Reasonable accomodations will be made so that applicants with disabilities may participate in the application and/or selection process. Applicants requesting accomodations should do so by calling (415) 554-1670; TDD (415) 554-1672.
The Public Utilities Commission
The Public Utilities Commission was created by the San Francisco Charter in 1932 to oversee the operations and management of city and county public utilities. The Commission’s jurisdiction includes the San Francisco Water Department, Hetch Hetchy Water and Power and the Clean Water Project with budgets totaling over $400 million and capital programs of over $2 billion. Water is supplied to 2.3 million people and generates over 1.8 GWh of electrical energy.
Under the provisions of the Charter, responsibility for maintenance, operation and development of these utilities has been vested in the five-member Commission. Members of the Commission are appointed by the Mayor to four-year terms.
The Commission’s three departments, with approximately 2000 employees, are organized into operating and support divisions reporting to the General Manager. The operations are geographically dispersed with seven-day per week, 24-hour per day operating responsibility.
The Deputy Director V, PUC, is responsible for overseeing the Business Services divisions of Finance, Human Resource Services, Information Technology Services, and Customer Services.
The Position
Under general direction, this exempt position acts as assistant to the General Manager of Utilities in the area of Business Services.
· Assists General Manager in overall department administration and
oversight of PUC’s Business Services divisions of Finance, Human Resource
Services, Information Technology Services, and Customer Services.
· At senior executive level, works with senior management staff to
coordinate operations activities
· Establishes goals and objectives for assigned areas of responsibility
· Monitors performance of assigned divisions
· Represents the Public Utilities Commission and the General Manager as
required
· Coordinates agenda items presented to the Public Utilities Commission
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated track record of successfully managing administration of an organization with a large, diverse workforce, competing divisions and conflicting goals. Requires experience in working with elected, appointed and citizen boards. The candidate should possess a baccalaureate degree from a four-year college or university. A degree in public administration or management is preferred. Requires the ability to plan, organize and direct the activities of assigned organizations, to analyze technical and administrative problems, and to recommend solutions to such problems. Requires the ability to work collaboratively and to communicate well orally and in writing.
Desirable qualifications include knowledge of public sector finance and human resources, worker’s compensation and records management systems; ability to exercise exceptional administrative ingenuity, independent analysis, adaptability and judgment in a dynamic environment.
Benefits
The basic City and County of San Francisco benefit package for management employees at this level includes:
* Ten floating holidays
* Executive or administrative paid time off
* Ten vacation days initially
* Pay for Performance Salary Plan
* Choice of four health plans and two dental plans
* $225 per month Cafeteria Plan
* A special approval process is necessary for appointment above the normal
salary range of $116,584 - $156,260.
About the City
San Francisco is the most livable of all American cities. Built on a 49 square-mile peninsula, its unique terrain is bordered on three sides by the ocean and the bay. Exquisitely restored Victorians and modern high-rises crest its seven major hills, and widely diverse lifestyles flourish side by side. The temperature ranges from 50 to 72 degrees year-round. Cultural and outdoor activities abound.
The City’s Mayor is elected for a maximum of two four-year terms. The Mayor appoints most City and County officials, prepares the budget and oversees City departments. The 11-member Board of Supervisors passes legislation, approves budgets, and sets tax and compensation rates. Because it is a combined city and county, San Francisco includes departments typical of both, like a large hospital and public health system, human services, and police, fire and sheriff’s departments. Other unique functions include water and power and public transportation.
How to Apply
Please send a letter of interest and your resume to:
Patricia Pendergast
Principal Personnel Analyst
Public Utilities Commission
1155 Market Street, 8th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94103
Individuals are encouraged to file immediately as the receipt of application may close at any time. A screening committee may recommend the best qualified candidates for further consideration. Those candidates may be asked to submit additional information about their qualification. For more information, call (415) 554-1660.
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SF Public Utilities Commission
1155 Market St. 8th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94103
phone: (415) 554-1670
