Specialist, Gas Emergency Preparedness at Eversource Energy

Southborough, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

NoVisa

Energy, UtilitiesIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or applied science or equivalent experience (Bachelor's degree in emergency management preferred)
Three (3) or more years of related experience (experience in emergency management activities and/or distribution operations required; experience with project planning and/or support preferred)
Thorough knowledge of applicable work practices and procedures and safety requirements
Working knowledge of information technology
Good verbal and written communication skills
Valid Motor Vehicle License required
No requirement for immigration sponsorship (applicants needing sponsorship should not apply)
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignments as required and travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary
Must pass pre-assignment and random drug testing (safety-sensitive position)

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and implement comprehensive emergency preparedness and restoration plans, ensuring full integration with affected departments, groups, procedures, and processes
Monitor weather conditions and predictions, and in conjunction with Operations, select appropriate preparedness strategies
Support development of After-Action Reviews and periodic drills; serve as company representative in external drill planning
Handle and facilitate emergency plan development and preparedness with Eversource’s Emergency Preparedness Group
File plans and reports with state regulators as required
Conduct proactive preparedness planning, including monitoring weather forecasts and advising leadership on plan requirements and protocols during emergency events
Perform After-Action Reviews to assess operational events per emergency preparedness and restoration policies
Work with Operations to recommend improvements to restoration strategies, planning, and budgets
Work with Engineering to identify system hardening opportunities
Work with System Operations to ensure compliance with cybersecurity and critical infrastructure standards
Coordinate and provide training and “table top exercises” for individuals with emergency assignments
Communicate clearly, effectively, and timely in writing and verbally under routine and emergency conditions with all involved in restoration efforts

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Emergency PreparednessRestoration PlanningWeather MonitoringAfter-Action ReviewsDrill PlanningRegulatory ReportingPlan IntegrationCrisis Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education is required for the Specialist, Gas Emergency Preparedness role?

A Bachelor’s degree in business or applied science or equivalent experience is required.

What technical skills are needed for this position?

Thorough knowledge of applicable work practices and procedures and safety requirements, along with working knowledge of information technology, is required.

What communication skills are necessary for this role?

Good verbal and written communication skills are required, especially for communicating clearly and effectively under routine and emergency conditions.

Is remote work an option for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.