Program Manager, Reliability Services
 Sacramento Municipal Utility District | |
 United States, California, Sacramento | |
 May 01, 2026 | |
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Apply now Title: Program Manager, Reliability Services Department:
Transmission Planning & Operations Location:
Sacramento, CA, US, 95817-1899 Category:
Engineering/Technical Minimum Pay Rate:$180,814.40 Maximum Pay Rate:$239,574.40 Apply by Date:05/15/2026 Posting Type:Open Official SMUD Classification:Program Manager System Operations and Reliability In support of our safe and reliable operation and clean energy goals, SMUD is seeking a highly engaged and experienced Program Manager, Reliability Services for providing technical support and engineering oversight to the Balancing Authority (BA) and Transmission Operator (TOP) operations. Under the direction of the Manager of Transmission Planning & Reliability Services, this position has the responsibility for managing the engineering support and compliance oversight to the Bulk Electric System (BES) of SMUD and Balancing Authority of Northern California (BANC). This position interacts with SMUD internal departments, BANC members, neighboring utilities, CAISO, Reliability Coordinator (RC) West, Western Power Pool (WPP), and WECC/NERC to provide technical expertise and leadership in BA and TOP operations, provides operational support to new generation and transmission projects from the development of Interconnection Agreement to the testing and commissioning of the projects, oversees operations compliance with FERC/NERC/WECC Reliability Standards and Criteria, as well as provides mentoring and oversight for lower level engineers, for the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of the BES generation and transmission assets for SMUD and BANC. Purpose
Plans, organizes and directs a variety of tasks on SMUD's bulk power transmission and the Western Energy Market involving engineering assessment, software, performance, and related budgetary and documentation activities to ensure the efficient and reliable power operations, and to maintain both public and employee safety within SMUD's Transmission Operator Area and the BANC Balancing Authority Area. Nature and Scope
Assists in the development, implementation and management of department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities in partnership with other managers within Transmission Planning and Operations department; ensures that department strategic objectives and priorities are achieved and coordinated with other departments, and with external entities associated with the SMUD transmission system and BANC balancing authority as well as with interfacing transmission operators and other balancing authorities. Duties and Responsibilities
Required Education
Required Experience Qualifications
Knowledge Of
Fundamentals and practices related to operations and rating limitations of transmission and control, equipment, including mechanical and electrical equipment associated with transmission systems, operating and emergency procedures; fusing and protective relaying fundamentals; safety policies, practices and procedures; FERC/NERC/WECC operations policies and reliability standards; supervisory fundamentals and techniques; policies and standards for interacting with local, state, and federal authorities and agencies; standard operating procedures for modern office equipment including a computer and applicable software; English grammar, punctuation and vocabulary standards. Skills To
Manage and monitor projects; coordinate the work of the function or unit with other SMUD/BANC entities; schedule and prioritize own work assignments to meet expected timeframes; develop and conduct oral presentations to internal/external audiences; express ideas/facts clearly and concisely in one-on-one or group settings, taking into account the audience and nature of information; assess complex issues and develop/implement resolution alternatives; examine procedures/systems and develop/implement operational improvements; examine situations, documents and data for conformance to established policy and procedures; read and interpret plans, diagrams and specifications; develop and implement new and revised policies and procedures to provide for the effective operation of the area of responsibility; interpret, evaluate and apply pertinent policies, procedures, regulations, and requirements; utilize a personal computer and/or computer terminal, systems and software relevant to the job; communicate effectively orally and in writing internally/externally; establish and maintain working relationships internally/externally. Required Licenses/Certificates
Desirable Qualifications
Physical Requirements
Applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) - Who We Are As the nation's sixth-largest community-owned electric service provider, we're proud of our reputation as one of the best places to work in Sacramento. Our employees tell us in our engagement surveys they're "Happy, satisfied and engaged" which helps create a workplace that best serves our customers.Sacramento was named as the 2nd happiest place to work in America by Forbes Magazine. Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the world-renowned Napa Valley are within easy driving distance of our locations. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion SMUD celebrates diversity, and inspires an inclusive culture based on trust and respect to create belonging and connection among our employees, customers, and communities. By working together, we are powering positive, equitable opportunities for all. We aspire to be a workplace where you can be yourself, achieve your best, and thrive together. An example of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is when SMUD signed the California Equal Pay Pledge in 2020. This requires equal pay for employees who perform "substantially similar work," when viewed as a composite of skill, effort, and responsibility at the time those employees started within that classification. As such, initial hiring salary range is not subject to negotiation and salaries will vary over time based on performance. SMUD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual qualifications, merit, and business needs and interests. Why Sacramento, California? The capitol of California, Sacramento is the state's sixth-largest city, and the 35th largest in the U.S. Local universities include California State University, University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law, and the University of California, Davis and several competitive community colleges. The UC Davis Medical Center, a world-renowned research hospital, is one of more than a dozen hospitals and shared services centers in the Sacramento region. Part of the agriculturally-rich Central Valley, Sacramento is at the forefront of the farm-to-fork food movement. Northern California is home to some of the country's top technology companies, including Google and LinkedIn, and a multitude of startups in many industries. Sacramento is home to the NBA Kings, the River Cats (AAA baseball), the Republic FC (soccer) and the San Francisco Giants, NBA Warriors and NFL 49er's aren't far away. Sacramento offers an affluent liberal arts community with Broadway, Mondavi Center, Crocker Museum and summer musical theater to name a few. Hybrid Work This position may be eligible for SMUD's hybrid (office/home) work employee benefit, the schedule of which will be determined by the successful candidate and the Hiring Manager. SMUD takes pride in powering the Sacramento region community where we live and work. We value the strong working relationships we develop with our colleagues. Our approach to hybrid work will continue to evolve. Please be aware that should SMUD's business needs change, emergencies occur, or various other reasons arise, you may be required to report onsite on a part-time or full-time basis. CalPERS SMUD is a CalPERS agency. As a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), SMUD offers eligible employees access to a defined benefit pension plan along with other valuable retirement and health benefits. This program helps provide financial security both during your career and after retirement. To learn more about CalPERS and the benefits it offers, please visit www.calpers.ca.gov. SMUD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. SMUD complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. SMUD expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of SMUD employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Req ID:
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