Salary: $73,228.87 - $121,752.87 AnnuallyLocation : Downtown MinneapolisJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: 24EE147NPC74Department: Environment and EnergyDivision: SteamOpening Date: 12/26/2024Closing Date: 1/16/2025 11:59 PM CentralDescriptionThe Environment and Energy department is seeking an Energy Center Manager to manage the service contract between the county and the operator of the Hennepin County Energy Center and to serve as the county's technical representative at the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center. The Hennepin County Energy Center provides heating and cooling for county owned and private sector facilities in downtown Minneapolis. The Energy Center Manager acts as the county's owner representative and is responsible for managing the Energy Center's operations and maintenance agreement. Additionally, this position will provide input on capital projects and maintenance practices at the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center (HERC). HERC is a mass burn facility that processes 365,000 tons of solid waste per year. Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit .Location and hours:This position is located at the Hennepin County Energy Center, 616 10th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415. This position will occasionally be on-site at the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center, 505 6th Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55405. Work hours are Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., with flexibility. This position may require working after hours and on the weekends, as needed. About the position type:This is a full-time, benefit earning position.This position is internally classified as a Facilities Operations Manager, Senior. Click to view the job classification specification.In this position, you will:
- Learn customer needs and service requirements acting as the facility representative promoting the highest quality customer care.
- Monitor energy plant output and operations on a day-to-day basis.
- Assist plant management in keeping plant a safe place to work.
- Review work related to management of the energy plant by contractors and vendors to assure contract compliance and to improve plant operations.
- Monitor contract services of all subcontractors and vendors to include approval of invoices for services provided and commodities delivered.
- Work with plant management in the development of the preventative maintenance program.
- Develop and monitor timelines for upgrade projects and oversee work to minimize service interruptions, maintain quality workmanship, and ensure work finishes on schedule within budget.
- Provide leadership to further department-based strategies that align with county goals, mission and core values for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Develop plan for future improvement of plant and satellite systems including decarbonization efforts to meet county initiatives.
- Participate in work groups to oversee the plant performance that can include representatives of the county, plant management, consultants, and vendors.
- Review and make recommendations on capital projects at the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center.
- Review and make recommendations on maintenance practices at the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center.
Need to have:
- One of the following:
- Eight or more years of experience in facilities management activities with responsibilities involving multiple facilities.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in facility management, engineering, architecture, or a related field and four years or more of experience in facilities management activities with responsibilities involving multiple facilities.
- A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a
Nice to have:
- State of Minnesota 1st Class C Engineer (1C) license
- Four or more years of experience working in power plants.
- Experience:
- Managing energy plant contractors and vendors to assure contract compliance and to improve plant operations.
- Developing and managing capital projects to minimize service interruptions, maintain quality workmanship, and ensure work finishes on schedule and within budget.
- Working with electronic maintenance management systems.
- Using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, and AutoCad.
- Addressing racial equity, gender equity, LGBTQ+ equity, neurodiversity equity, and differing ability equity.
- Implementing DEI initiatives or a strong desire to learn and engage in these efforts.
- Engaging in ongoing professional development related to DEI.
- Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices related to district energy systems.
- Operations and maintenance management of steam and chilled water systems.
- Local, state, and federal power plant regulations and their application in operations.
- Electronic maintenance programs with ability to develop analytical reports monitoring overall effectiveness of the facility's maintenance program.
- Drawings and specifications.
- Ability to analyze operational data to benchmark, verify performance, and determine the root cause of equipment failures as well as assist customers to understand their building operations.
About the department:The Environment and Energy department protects and preserves the environment to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations. We engage communities to develop and enact sustainable solutions. We focus on reducing and responsibly managing waste, protecting and preserving ecosystems, delivering clean energy and promoting environmental stewardship.About Hennepin County:Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive. Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at (login as Guest). Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community. Your future. Made here. This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies. Watch this for application best practices and tips. Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a criminal background check.If you have any questions, please contact:Pajoua Chang#LIWhy work here? Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including:
- Meaningful work
- Public service
- Competitive pay
- Work-life balance
- Generous benefits
- Opportunities to grow
- Commitment to your success
By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents. Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility.If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found 01 This position has the following requirements:This position is located at the Hennepin County Energy Center, 616 10th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415. This position will occasionally be on-site at the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center, 505 6th Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55405. Work hours are Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., with flexibility. This position may require working after hours and on the weekends, as needed. This position requires a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County Driver's Permit. Click to read about the County Permit Program.Are you able and willing to meet these requirements?
02 In which of the following fields do you have a bachelor's degree or higher? Check all that apply.
- Architecture
- Engineering
- Facility management
- Another related field
- None of the above
03 Describe your relevant education, including area(s) of study, school(s) attended, and degree(s)/certification(s) earned. If you do not have any relevant education, type None in the space provided. 04 How many full-time equivalent years of experience do you have in facilities management activities with responsibilities involving multiple facilities?
- I do not have this experience
- Less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
- 5 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 7 years
- 7 years or more, but less than 8 years
- 8 years or more
05 Describe your experience in facilities management activities with responsibilities involving multiple facilities, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type None in the space provided. 06 Do you have four or more years of experience working in power plants?
07 Describe your experience working in power plants, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type None in the space provided. 08 How many years of experience do you have managing energy plant contractors and vendors to assure contract compliance and to improve plant operations?
- I do not have this experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
- 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
- 5 years or more
09 Describe your experience managing energy plant contractors and vendors to assure contract compliance and to improve plant operations, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type None in the space provided. 10 How many years of experience do you have developing and managing capital projects to minimize service interruptions, maintain quality workmanship, and ensure work finishes on schedule and within budget?
- I do not have this experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
- 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
- 5 years or more
11 Describe your experience developing and managing capital projects to minimize service interruptions, maintain quality workmanship, and ensure work finishes on schedule and within budget, referencing jobs listed in your application/resume. If you do not have any relevant experience, type None in the space provided. 12 Do you have experience using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, and AutoCad?
13 Describe your experience using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, and AutoCad, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type None in the space provided. 14 Do you have experience working with electronic maintenance management systems?
15 Describe your experience working with electronic maintenance management systems; which maintenance management systems are you familiar with? What was your role related to maintenance management systems? If you do not have this experience, type None in the space provided. 16 Please choose the one recruitment source that best describes how you first learned about this job opening. Please review all possible choices before making your selection. Your response to this question helps us evaluate the effectiveness of our recruitment methods.
- College or university (job board, career services, or instructor)
- Community or nonprofit organization (counselor, job board, etc.)
- Employee or recruiter of Hennepin County
- Friend or family member that is not a Hennepin County employee
- Hennepin County job notification emails
- Indeed.com
- Job fair or networking event
- LinkedIn
- Print advertisement (flyer, postcard, billboard, transit ad, etc.)
- Professional association (job board or email)
- Social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
- www.hennepin.jobs or www.governmentjobs.com
- Other
17 For the recruitment source selected above, please provide the specific name of the person, website or media source. Required Question