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Portland General Electric Business Continuity & Emergency Management Consultant in Tualatin, Oregon
At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.
Business Continuity & Emergency Management Consultant
Location: Integrated Operations Center (IOC), Tualatin, OR
Company Overview:
At Portland General Electric, we pride ourselves on fostering resilience and ensuring our operations are prepared for any emergency. Our team is dedicated to developing strategies that mitigate the impact of unforeseen events, ensuring continuity in our services and operations. We are currently seeking a skilled Business Continuity & Emergency Management Consultant to join our team and contribute to our mission of maintaining robust business operations in all circumstances.
Position Overview:
As a Business Continuity & Emergency Management Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our organization’s resilience. You will leverage your in-depth knowledge and experience to develop, implement, and continuously improve our business continuity and emergency management strategies. This role demands a proactive approach to identifying potential risks, designing comprehensive response plans, and leading initiatives that ensure our business units are well-prepared to handle any emergency.
Key Responsibilities:
Exercises and Education :
Manage, participate in, and evaluate emergency and business continuity exercises. Facilitate internal and external drills and table-top exercises to ensure preparedness. Create exercise objectives using Master Scenario Events List (MESL), ability to develop Situation Manual (SitMan) and identify action items that will provide resilience opportunities from the exercise. Knowledge of HSEEP fundamental principles to frame common approach to exercises.
Business Impact Analysis:
Conduct risk and impact assessments to identify critical service gaps and define essential services and staffing needs.
Business Continuity Planning:
Coordinate the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive business continuity and tactical response plans, ensuring the protection of company assets.
Emergency Response:
Monitor and communicate emerging situations that may require emergency responses. Facilitate the mitigation of potential business interruptions and lead response efforts during events impacting business operations.
Research and Innovation: Stay abreast of industry trends and practices. Research and recommend new systems and technologies for emergency response, planning, and recovery.
Program Evaluation and Compliance:
Evaluate business continuity and emergency management programs to ensure they meet regulatory requirements, best practices, and industry standards. Implement feedback to drive continuous improvement.
External Relations and Communication:
Represent the company in emergency management industry associations and business continuity forums. Collaborate with community and government officials, including Public Safety Partners and emergency managers, to strengthen regional interdependencies and disaster recovery plans.
Business Continuity & Emergency Management Program/Strategy:
Identify, develop, implement, and update enterprise-wide business continuity and emergency management programs. Promote a culture of resilience through Planning, Organization, Equipment, Training, Exercises (POETE). Build and maintain strong relationships with business units to support program initiatives.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Emergency Management, Public Safety, Public Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Experience: Minimum of two years in a related field, preferably in a heavily regulated industry. Experience with enterprise-wide business continuity or emergency management is preferred.
Certifications: Relevant certifications in Business Continuity or Emergency Management are a plus. Master Exercise Planner (MEP), Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), Associate Business Continuity Professional (ABCP),
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Functional Competencies:
Intermediate knowledge of business continuity, emergency management, and disaster response principles and procedures.
Familiarity with the Incident Command Structure (ICS), National Incident Management System (NIMS), and related standards.
Understanding of risk mitigation principles and best practices.
Knowledge of utility industry systems and regulations, including Oregon Public Utility requirements.
General Competencies:
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills
Business acumen with the ability to influence and lead initiatives.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and project management skills.
Ability to prioritize and organize tasks effectively.
Physical and Cognitive Demands:
This position requires a valid driver’s license and a history of safe driving practices.
Ability to handle high-pressure situations, respond to emergencies, and adapt to changing circumstances.
Frequent travel within the service territory and occasional overnight travel outside the territory.
Regular computer use and occasional lifting of up to 10 lbs.
Work Environment:
The role involves a mix of office work, on-site assessments, and fieldwork under varying conditions, including inclement weather and unstable surfaces.
Schedule/Attendance:
Flexibility to work long hours and variable schedules, especially during emergencies or severe weather conditions.
Consistent attendance and the ability to meet set response times and deadlines.
Why Join Us?
At PGE, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and dedication to service excellence. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a significant impact on our company’s resilience and success.
Compensation Range:
$87,225.00 - $145,375.00
Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.
PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here (https://portlandgeneral.com/hrcs5511) .
Join us today and power your potential!
Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.
PGE is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Talent Acquisition Specialist (Recruiter) associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting talentacquisition@pgn.com or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) team is also available for support. You can contact them at dei@pgn.com .
To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date. Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.
September 21, 2024
At Portland General Electric, we’re innovators, builders, and achievers. We’re committed to powering our customers’ potential and making a difference for our community and the planet. Today, that commitment includes developing an intelligent and resilient electric grid, electrifying transportation and de-carbonizing the energy sector.
We’re proud to deliver an exceptional experience to help our customers thrive. Our mission is to make clean, reliable and affordable energy services available to all. We obsess over serving customers and are committed to growing employee career paths with purpose. Equity and inclusion are core business values; we celebrate our differences and are committed to developing teams that reflect the communities we serve.