Chief Operating Officer

Canadian Valley Electric • Seminole, OK

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About The Position

Provides strategic oversight and day to day leadership of the Cooperative's electric operations, engineering, metering, and system reliability functions. Ensures appropriate storm response, emergency preparedness, and restoration efforts. Develops long term plans for infrastructure, fleet, and other capital budgets. Ensures operational excellence is aligned with Cooperative's commitment to strong member relations by promoting responsive service, reliability, transparent communication, and a member-focused culture across all operational departments. Guides system modernization efforts, including SCADA, AMI, and grid automation. Champions a culture of safety and accountability throughout the organization. Is a key member of the executive leadership team.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of electric distribution systems and utility operations.
• Familiarity with cooperative governance and member-focused service models.
• Proven leadership, strategic planning, and organizational management skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage employees, board members, and the community.
• High ethical standards and commitment to cooperative principles.
• A Bachelor’s Degree is required.
• 10 years of experience gained through increasingly responsible management positions in the Electric Utility industry.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered; however, candidates must demonstrate the required knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.
• Valid Oklahoma Driver’s License or CDL

Nice To Haves

• A Master’s Degree in Business, Finance, Management, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Broad experience in Cooperative or utility business operations, including exposure to multiple functional areas such as construction, maintenance, engineering, contract administration, member services, or related disciplines, is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic oversight and day to day leadership of the Cooperative's electric operations, engineering, metering, and system reliability functions.
• Ensures appropriate storm response, emergency preparedness, and restoration efforts.
• Develops long term plans for infrastructure, fleet, and other capital budgets.
• Ensures operational excellence is aligned with Cooperative's commitment to strong member relations by promoting responsive service, reliability, transparent communication, and a member-focused culture across all operational departments.
• Guides system modernization efforts, including SCADA, AMI, and grid automation.
• Champions a culture of safety and accountability throughout the organization.
• Is a key member of the executive leadership team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive