Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.
Responsible for the development, maintenance and implementation of comprehensive emergency preparedness and restoration plans to optimize Eversource's emergency preparedness and restoration efforts up to and following minor/major events. Specifically, responsible for implementing the plan and for full integration of the plan with all affected departments, groups, procedures, and processes. Included in the scope of responsibility are continuous, proactive updates to the emergency plan; monitoring weather conditions and predictions, and, in conjunction with Operations, selecting an appropriate preparedness strategy. Supports the development of After-Action Reviews, periodic drills, and serves as the Company's representative in external drill planning.
Essential Functions: - Implements, maintains and designs an effective, comprehensive emergency preparedness and restoration plan to optimize the company's emergency preparedness and restoration efforts up to and following any event, and ensures full utilization and integration of the plan.
- Handles and facilitates emergency plan development and emergency preparedness with Eversource's Emergency Preparedness Group.
- Responsible for filing plans and reports with state regulators as required.
- Responsible for proactive preparedness planning which includes: monitoring weather forecasts; monitoring preparedness information and advising leadership during emergency events of plan requirements and protocols.
- Responsible for After Action Reviews to ensure candid, unbiased assessment of operational events in accordance with emergency preparedness and restoration policies and procedures.
- Works with Operations to recommend improvements to restoration strategies, planning and budgets.
- Works with Engineering to identify system hardening opportunities.
- Works with System Operations to ensure compliance with cybersecurity and critical infrastructure standards.
- Coordinates and provides training, "table top exercises", for individuals with emergency assignments.
- Communicates in writing and verbally in a clear, effective and timely manner, under both routine and emergency conditions, with all involved in emergency restoration efforts.
Qualifications:Technical Knowledge/Skill:
- Thorough knowledge of applicable work practices and procedures and safety requirements.
- Working knowledge of information technology.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Aptitude for conducting structured in-person training.
- Strong data analytics skills.
- Strong skills in cross-organizational stakeholder engagement.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in business or applied science or equivalent experience. Degree in Emergency Management/Preparedness is preferred.
- Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience:
- Three (3) or more years of related experience.
- Experience in emergency management operations is required.
Licenses & Certifications:
- Valid motor vehicle operator license is required.
- HSEEP is preferred.
Working Conditions: This position is categorized as safety-sensitive for the purpose of drug testing. Successful applicants shall be subject to a pre-assignment drug test if the individual is currently in a non-safety sensitive position. As an employee in this position the individual shall be subject to random drug testing.
- Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
- Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
- The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
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Competencies:Build trusting relationships
Manage and develop people
Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
Lead change
Communicate strategic vision
Create an engaged workforce
Focus on the customer
Take ownership & accountability
Compensation and Benefits: Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:
$90,650.00-$100,720.00
Worker Type:Regular
Number of Openings:1
Emergency Response:Responding to emergency situations to meet customers' needs is part of every employee's role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.
