Job Description

Position Title:

Manager Electrical Distribution Services

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 9 years

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supervising employees, managing projects, and coordinating work with other trades while working in the electrical construction industry
Experience in high voltage electrical system installation, operation, and maintenance in a utility/large institutional environment working with voltages up to 13,800 volts
Knowledgeable of industry and construction practices, codes and safety procedures
Proficient using spreadsheets, word processing, and other similar software products
State of Iowa Electrical Journeyman License

Job Description:

Summary

Are you looking to make a real difference in the long-term success of Iowa State University while working with a dynamic and team-oriented department? Impact campus utilities, and the campus population, in a collaborative and challenging environment?

Iowa State University’s Facilities Planning and Management (FPM) Utilities Department is seeking a Manager of Electrical Distribution Services to supervise high voltage electricians, electricians, apprentice electricians and underground utility locators who operate, maintain, repair and upgrade campus and utility plant electrical distribution systems. This position is responsible for safe and reliable operation and maintenance of electrical distribution systems at Iowa State University.

The ISU electrical distribution systems include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Campus and power plant high voltage electrical distribution system
• Street, sidewalk, and parking lot lighting
• Traffic signals at several campus street intersections
• Electrical and mechanical utility metering
• Mass warning notification sirens
• Temporary power for campus events

Primary duties will include scheduling electricians’ workloads for campus’ electrical distribution system operation, maintenance, and repair activities; collaborating with external contractors performing distribution system upgrades; and developing and reviewing high voltage switching procedures to reroute or isolate power for portions of the electrical distribution system.

The position will also be responsible for responding to campus/customer electrical issues and power outages 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, and shall direct adequate and timely response for electrical issue(s) resolution and/or emerging safety risk; manage and coordinate scheduled building utility service outages.

Additional duties include:

• Managing the ISU electrician apprenticeship program and apprentice agreements
• Coordinating underground utility locates for all University owned and operated underground utility systems (electrical, mechanical, telecommunications) within the Iowa One Call Utility Locate system
• Collaborating with student organizations and external vendors to provide adequate and safe campus event power and lighting

The successful candidate will possess strong communication skills; strong organizational and analytical skills; ability to organize and coordinate work within and between projects; and have the ability and willingness to learn and understand complex utility systems and equipment.

This is a unique opportunity to ultimately contribute to the personal and academic success of students, support critical University research, and represent Iowa State University in a mechanical engineering leadership role.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Level Guidelines
• Aware of key annual objectives of department or work unit
• Understands linkage between daily activities and achievement of annual objectives of department/work unit and explains to direct reports
• Focus on ISU’s mission and meeting department or work unit goals
• Supervises a small department or work team
• Often is a working supervisor with direct, previous experience performing work of those supervised
• Has full management responsibility for direct reports, specifically the authority to hire, fire, and counsel; may share part of responsibility with higher level management
• Requests approval for financial actions beyond a limited scope per policy

Why Iowa State University and Utility Services?

Team-Oriented, Collaborative Environment
At ISU’s FPM Utilities Services, we value teamwork and collaboration. Our staff works closely together to provide reliable campus utility operations and engineering expertise. You will be part of a dedicated team of professionals, collaborating to maintain utility operations and improve the campus utility distribution system.

Engaging and Varied Work
Each day brings new opportunities and challenges while supporting campus projects, finding ways to improve the utility system, and tackling problems as they arise. From project planning and system modeling to responding to utility outages, you will engage in meaningful work that ultimately helps student success and campus faculty and staff in their professions.

Excellent Work-Life Balance and Benefits
We understand the importance of maintaining balance in life. Iowa State University is committed to creating a workplace where your professional responsibilities are balanced with your personal needs. The university offers a flexible, supportive environment, including access to a fantastic benefits package which includes wellness programs and generous vacation time, allowing you to recharge and maintain your well-being while helping others.​

What to know about Ames: Ames offers a vibrant blend of cultural, athletic, and social events, an affordable cost of living, and excellent schools. With Des Moines just 30 minutes away, you’ll have easy access to everything a larger city has to offer without sacrificing the charm and convenience of a smaller town.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS810

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please Note: To receive full consideration, applications should be received by June 11, 2025.

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date:

May 28, 2025

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:

R17103