Director, Field Operations & Distribution - Portland, Oregon
PacifiCorp, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Director, Field Operations & Distribution - Portland, Oregon
Date: Jan 26, 2026 Location: Portland, OR, US, 97211 Company: PacifiCorp Power Your Career at PacifiCorp!
Why PacifiCorp? We're an essential businessyour work keeps the lights on for millions. Privately owned and stable, with long-term career growth. Above-industry retirement match and strong total rewards. 100% onsite: work directly with talented colleagues and cutting-edge technology. Excellent company culturediverse, inclusive, and supportive. Role: Director, Field Operations (Transmission & Distribution)
Manage a geographic territory, region, location or cross-functional unit, which has a major impact on corporate, business unit, or organizational objectives. Establish strategic business objectives, strategies, and plans in support of company strategic goals. Typically supervises Manager and/or Director level employees. Key Responsibilities
Establish objectives, develop and execute policy, direct and monitor resources, and ensure regulatory compliance. Recommend and oversee development or implementation of systems, programs, or processes. Develop and monitor industry and internal benchmarks to measure continuous improvements in financial and system performance. Liaise with other business areas on the development of working relationships and agreements. The business areas include System Operations, Asset Management, Finance, Construction and Support Services, Safety, Procurement, Customer Service, Transport and Regional Business Managers. Direct the coordination of local field groups; such as Line Workers, Estimating, Service Coordinators, Metering, and Logistics. Provide leadership and technical assistance as needed. Deliver a consistent and focused operations and maintenance plan with responsibility for all work performed on the transmission and distribution facilities. Guide and direct team members and communicate project objectives, parameters, status and outcomes. Create a vision, communicate strategy, and effectively interface with other company leaders. Must-Have Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. A minimum of ten years of related experience. A minimum of five years of direct people management experience with the proven ability to manage and motivate employees. Leadership and teamwork skills to negotiate with and influence peers and senior officers on policy and operational issues. Knowledge of the utility industry, applicable company policies, procedures, practices, and understanding of applicable federal, state and local laws. Excellent analytical and evaluation skills to define critical tasks and establish optimum sequence of events and identify required resources. Preferred Qualifications
Advanced Degree. Working knowledge of distribution and construction support responsibilities. Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $155,300 - $213,510 Annual incentive bonus: up to 20% 10% retirement match Comprehensive health and wellness benefits Additional Information
Req Id: 114327 Company Code: PACIFICORP Primary Location: Portland, Oregon (100% ONSITE) Department: Power Delivery Schedule: Full Time Personnel Subarea: Exempt Hiring Range: $155,300 - $213,500 This position is eligible for an annual discretionary performance incentive bonus of up to 20.00% of salary. Benefits: Health care, retirement, paid time off, tuition assistance, paid short-term and long-term disability, paid bereavement leave. PacifiCorp is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Unless otherwise required by law, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening including for marijuana. While marijuana is legal in several states, including Oregon, a positive test for positions in Oregon may disqualify a candidate. The company complies with the laws of Washington and California and only obtains and considers positive tests for marijuana in safety-sensitive positions or those covered by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.
Date: Jan 26, 2026 Location: Portland, OR, US, 97211 Company: PacifiCorp Power Your Career at PacifiCorp!
Why PacifiCorp? We're an essential businessyour work keeps the lights on for millions. Privately owned and stable, with long-term career growth. Above-industry retirement match and strong total rewards. 100% onsite: work directly with talented colleagues and cutting-edge technology. Excellent company culturediverse, inclusive, and supportive. Role: Director, Field Operations (Transmission & Distribution)
Manage a geographic territory, region, location or cross-functional unit, which has a major impact on corporate, business unit, or organizational objectives. Establish strategic business objectives, strategies, and plans in support of company strategic goals. Typically supervises Manager and/or Director level employees. Key Responsibilities
Establish objectives, develop and execute policy, direct and monitor resources, and ensure regulatory compliance. Recommend and oversee development or implementation of systems, programs, or processes. Develop and monitor industry and internal benchmarks to measure continuous improvements in financial and system performance. Liaise with other business areas on the development of working relationships and agreements. The business areas include System Operations, Asset Management, Finance, Construction and Support Services, Safety, Procurement, Customer Service, Transport and Regional Business Managers. Direct the coordination of local field groups; such as Line Workers, Estimating, Service Coordinators, Metering, and Logistics. Provide leadership and technical assistance as needed. Deliver a consistent and focused operations and maintenance plan with responsibility for all work performed on the transmission and distribution facilities. Guide and direct team members and communicate project objectives, parameters, status and outcomes. Create a vision, communicate strategy, and effectively interface with other company leaders. Must-Have Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. A minimum of ten years of related experience. A minimum of five years of direct people management experience with the proven ability to manage and motivate employees. Leadership and teamwork skills to negotiate with and influence peers and senior officers on policy and operational issues. Knowledge of the utility industry, applicable company policies, procedures, practices, and understanding of applicable federal, state and local laws. Excellent analytical and evaluation skills to define critical tasks and establish optimum sequence of events and identify required resources. Preferred Qualifications
Advanced Degree. Working knowledge of distribution and construction support responsibilities. Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $155,300 - $213,510 Annual incentive bonus: up to 20% 10% retirement match Comprehensive health and wellness benefits Additional Information
Req Id: 114327 Company Code: PACIFICORP Primary Location: Portland, Oregon (100% ONSITE) Department: Power Delivery Schedule: Full Time Personnel Subarea: Exempt Hiring Range: $155,300 - $213,500 This position is eligible for an annual discretionary performance incentive bonus of up to 20.00% of salary. Benefits: Health care, retirement, paid time off, tuition assistance, paid short-term and long-term disability, paid bereavement leave. PacifiCorp is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Unless otherwise required by law, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening including for marijuana. While marijuana is legal in several states, including Oregon, a positive test for positions in Oregon may disqualify a candidate. The company complies with the laws of Washington and California and only obtains and considers positive tests for marijuana in safety-sensitive positions or those covered by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.