Senior Resilience Strategist - Oahu
Hawaiian Electric, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, 96814
Overview
Senior Resilience Strategist - Oahu Date:Jan 30, 2026 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii (HI), US, 96813 Company: hawaiianel We recognize our competitive advantage -- our people. We believe in our people, who share our vision of meeting the needs of our employees, customers, and communities and who carry out the continued success of the company. Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package. Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged.
Responsibilities
External Resilience Initiatives and Opportunities — Leads efforts on external resilience initiatives and grant application development for federal and other funding opportunities.
Work Plan Development, Prioritization, and Management — Leads efforts to develop multi-year work plans and priorities for projects and programs to enhance resilience, including cost, value, sequencing/timing, monitoring, updates, and cost/benefit tracking.
Resilience Strategy Development — Leads efforts to develop/update strategies to enhance the electric T&D system's ability to anticipate, absorb, adapt to, and rapidly recover from disruptive events; coordinates with external stakeholders, identifies goals, analyzes options, and gains approvals. Supports resilience metrics development and refinement.
Industry Knowledge and Leading Practices — Keeps abreast of industry developments and leads or participates in industry committees to address resilience opportunities.
General Support and Improvement — Supports the department and division in developing systems, processes, and procedures to facilitate smooth functioning.
Emergency Response — Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned.
Qualifications
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
– Knowledge Requirements
Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant engineering, math, science, or science-related major from an accredited school or college is highly desirable.
Master's degree desirable, preferably in business administration (MBA) from an accredited school or college.
Thorough understanding of: Electric power system resilience; Electric power supply, transmission, and distribution systems and components; Electric power system operation; Probability, statistics, and risk; Utility information systems; Utility financial and accounting principles; Utility regulation
General understanding of: Electric power system reliability; Electric power system inspection and maintenance; Utility/infrastructure asset management
Skills Requirements
Critical Thinking and Decision Making: Ability to define problems, analyze information, evaluate options, and make sound decisions under uncertainty.
Analytical: Ability to create and interpret trends, models, forecasts, and simulations.
Computer Applications: Proficiency with MS Office; aptitude for ERP/EAM, IRR, GIS.
Communication: Written and oral communication; ability to convey ideas clearly.
Presentation: Ability to prepare and deliver effective presentations to groups.
Project/Program Management: Ability to plan, organize, secure, and manage resources to achieve objectives within scope, budget, and schedule.
Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Conflict Resolution and Negotiation: Ability to resolve conflicts and negotiate to reach agreements.
Personal: Time management and adaptability to changing priorities.
Interpersonal: Ability to relate to and interact with others to achieve objectives.
Experience Requirements
Extensive (8+) years of related work experience or demonstrated ability, preferably within the electric utilities industry, is highly desirable.
PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desirable.
Additional Details
Role: Professional
Number of Vacancies: 1
Location: Honolulu – Oahu
Hiring Range: The hiring range for the Senior Resilience Strategist position is $107,700.00 to $139,800.00.
About Hawaiian Electric Companies Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state's 1.4 million residents. The company is a major employer and supports community and educational programs.
Application Instructions Interested individuals should apply online. The application must clearly indicate the demonstrated experience/knowledge/skills/abilities that qualify the candidate for the position.
EEO Statement Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations during the application process can be requested by contacting the HR Service Center at (808) 543-4848.
Affiliate Disclosure Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc., Maui Electric Company, and Hawaii Electric Light are Hawaii Public Utilities Commission regulated companies. Details on affiliate transactions are provided in company disclosures. By submitting your application, you acknowledge potential affiliate-related provisions as described.
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Senior Resilience Strategist - Oahu Date:Jan 30, 2026 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii (HI), US, 96813 Company: hawaiianel We recognize our competitive advantage -- our people. We believe in our people, who share our vision of meeting the needs of our employees, customers, and communities and who carry out the continued success of the company. Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package. Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged.
Responsibilities
External Resilience Initiatives and Opportunities — Leads efforts on external resilience initiatives and grant application development for federal and other funding opportunities.
Work Plan Development, Prioritization, and Management — Leads efforts to develop multi-year work plans and priorities for projects and programs to enhance resilience, including cost, value, sequencing/timing, monitoring, updates, and cost/benefit tracking.
Resilience Strategy Development — Leads efforts to develop/update strategies to enhance the electric T&D system's ability to anticipate, absorb, adapt to, and rapidly recover from disruptive events; coordinates with external stakeholders, identifies goals, analyzes options, and gains approvals. Supports resilience metrics development and refinement.
Industry Knowledge and Leading Practices — Keeps abreast of industry developments and leads or participates in industry committees to address resilience opportunities.
General Support and Improvement — Supports the department and division in developing systems, processes, and procedures to facilitate smooth functioning.
Emergency Response — Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned.
Qualifications
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
– Knowledge Requirements
Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant engineering, math, science, or science-related major from an accredited school or college is highly desirable.
Master's degree desirable, preferably in business administration (MBA) from an accredited school or college.
Thorough understanding of: Electric power system resilience; Electric power supply, transmission, and distribution systems and components; Electric power system operation; Probability, statistics, and risk; Utility information systems; Utility financial and accounting principles; Utility regulation
General understanding of: Electric power system reliability; Electric power system inspection and maintenance; Utility/infrastructure asset management
Skills Requirements
Critical Thinking and Decision Making: Ability to define problems, analyze information, evaluate options, and make sound decisions under uncertainty.
Analytical: Ability to create and interpret trends, models, forecasts, and simulations.
Computer Applications: Proficiency with MS Office; aptitude for ERP/EAM, IRR, GIS.
Communication: Written and oral communication; ability to convey ideas clearly.
Presentation: Ability to prepare and deliver effective presentations to groups.
Project/Program Management: Ability to plan, organize, secure, and manage resources to achieve objectives within scope, budget, and schedule.
Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Conflict Resolution and Negotiation: Ability to resolve conflicts and negotiate to reach agreements.
Personal: Time management and adaptability to changing priorities.
Interpersonal: Ability to relate to and interact with others to achieve objectives.
Experience Requirements
Extensive (8+) years of related work experience or demonstrated ability, preferably within the electric utilities industry, is highly desirable.
PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desirable.
Additional Details
Role: Professional
Number of Vacancies: 1
Location: Honolulu – Oahu
Hiring Range: The hiring range for the Senior Resilience Strategist position is $107,700.00 to $139,800.00.
About Hawaiian Electric Companies Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state's 1.4 million residents. The company is a major employer and supports community and educational programs.
Application Instructions Interested individuals should apply online. The application must clearly indicate the demonstrated experience/knowledge/skills/abilities that qualify the candidate for the position.
EEO Statement Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations during the application process can be requested by contacting the HR Service Center at (808) 543-4848.
Affiliate Disclosure Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc., Maui Electric Company, and Hawaii Electric Light are Hawaii Public Utilities Commission regulated companies. Details on affiliate transactions are provided in company disclosures. By submitting your application, you acknowledge potential affiliate-related provisions as described.
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