CEO and General Manager

Michigan Public Power Agency

$150K — $200K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred
  • 7 years of leadership experience, with 4 years in a senior role
  • 5 years experience leading strategic initiatives
  • 10 years in the Electric Industry or competitive wholesale energy markets

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership and vision for the organization
  • Collaborate closely with the Board of Commissioners and executive team
  • Drive operational excellence and enhance organizational performance
  • Ensure financial stewardship and effective risk management
  • Build and maintain stakeholder relationships with members, partners, and regulators

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits including health, disability, life, vision, and dental insurance
  • Employer-contributed retirement savings plan
  • Generous paid time off that increases with service
  • Hybrid work environment promoting flexibility and teamwork
  • Opportunities to engage in meaningful public power initiatives
Full Job Description
The Board of Commissioners of Michigan Public Power Agency (MPPA) has authorized the launch of a comprehensive search to identify MPPA's next Chief Executive Officer after the announcement of the current CEO's retirement in spring 2027. MPPA is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader in the electric power industry who will build on the organization's strong foundation and help guide its next chapter of strategic growth and member service.

The next CEO will:
  • Provide strategic leadership and vision aligned with the organization's mission and long-term goals
  • Partner closely with the Board of Commissioners and executive team
  • Drive operational excellence and organizational performance
  • Provide financial stewardship and risk management
  • Maintain and enhance stakeholder relationships, including members, partners, regulators, legislators, and industry peers
Required Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree specializing in Business, Finance, or Engineering or equivalent related field; Master's Degree preferred
  • Seven (7) years progressively responsible leadership experience including at least four (4) years in a senior leadership role serving and balancing the needs of multiple internal/external stakeholders
  • Five (5) years of experience setting strategic priorities while leading a team to move initiatives from concept to completion
  • Ten (10) years of experience in the Electric Industry and/or competitive wholesale energy markets

Our Values:
We are guided by public power values, service to Member communities, honesty and integrity, professionalism, cooperation, dedication to the common good, and a culture of regulatory excellence.

Our Commitment to Our Employees:
  • Comprehensive benefits package that includes health, disability, life, vision, and dental insurance
  • Employer-contributed retirement savings plan
  • Generous paid time off that grows with time in service
  • Hybrid work environment that supports teamwork, flexibility, and purposeful in-office collaboration
  • Opportunities to contribute to meaningful public power work in a changing energy environment

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