Description

The Resource and Transmission Planning Supervisor is a key player in developing the strategic direction for LES’ resource plan and transmission planning needs. In this role, you and your team will be responsible for the long-range planning for acquisition and optimization of LES’ power supply resources. Your team will also create the annual power cost budget and manage the integrated resource plan process. Your team will also be responsible for completing and reporting on transmission studies to ensure the reliability of LES’s transmission system. You’ll collaborate with internal stakeholders, regulatory bodies, the Southwest Power Pool, and other external partners to evaluate generation and transmission projects, optimize resources, and support strategic decision-making. This position is ideal for a proactive leader with strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of power system operations, and a passion for guiding teams to deliver innovative, long-term solutions. The ideal candidate would also be able to communicate the vision to LES’ executive team, board, and external stakeholders in public meetings.

ABOUT LINCOLN ELECTRIC SYSTEM (LES)

Lincoln Electric System, based in Lincoln, Nebraska, is the second largest retail electric utility in the state and the 23rd largest public power utility in the U.S. LES provides electric services to Lincoln and the surrounding communities of Prairie Home, Waverly, Walton, Cheney, and Emerald, serving over 153,000 customers—88% residential and 12% commercial and industrial—across approximately 200 square miles.

A municipal utility owned by the city of Lincoln, LES employs around 560 people, with 27% represented by two IBEW unions. Guided by the LES Administrative Board, appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by City Council, the utility has a 60-year legacy of reliability, affordability, and sustainability under local control. LES is deeply engaged in the community, delivering safe, resilient, and cost-effective electric services while supporting the growth and vitality of Lincoln and the surrounding region.

Learn More: Your Public Power Partner | Lincoln Electric System

ABOUT LINCOLN, NEBRASKA

Lincoln, Nebraska offers an exceptional quality of life, combining the accessibility and affordability of a mid-sized city with the cultural, educational, and economic opportunities of a larger metropolitan area. As the state capital and home to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, the community is vibrant, growing, and deeply connected through strong civic engagement and local pride. Residents enjoy a welcoming, family-friendly environment with excellent schools, diverse neighborhoods, and a cost of living that supports both comfort and opportunity.

Lincoln is known for its extensive park system, miles of connected trails, and year-round recreational opportunities, making it easy to enjoy an active lifestyle. The city also boasts a dynamic arts and entertainment scene, locally owned restaurants and businesses, and a thriving downtown that continues to evolve. With a stable economy, low unemployment, and a strong sense of community partnership, Lincoln is an ideal place to live, work, and lead—especially those passionate about serving the public and making a meaningful impact in the community.

Learn More: Lincoln The Place to Be

JOB SUMMARY 
Responsible for overseeing the Resource and Transmission Planning department. Specific responsibilities include supervising staff, developing budgets for the department, development and management of the power cost budget, program and procedure development, assisting with tactical decision making and strategic planning for the division, and development of departmental and divisional goals. Consistent and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND CORE COMPETENCIES

• Manages activities of the department and assigned interdivisional groups to ensure that all customers have available an adequate supply of environmentally responsible bulk electric power and energy at the lowest feasible cost, consistent with long range integrated resource, transmission and financial planning.
• Provides technical and managerial direction in the preparation of analyses and recommendations necessary to maintain the financial and operating integrity of the system, including the annual power cost projection and periodic updates to the integrated resource plan.
• Oversees the completion of studies and resulting reports that identify bulk transmission facilities, generation facilities and demand side management options necessary to minimize cost while maintaining LES and regulatory body reliability and operating criteria.
• Provides technical and managerial direction in the preparation and maintenance of long-range plans for the acquisition, disposal and optimization of bulk power supply resources to meet expected and contingent electrical demands on the system.
• Represents LES on state and regional planning groups to develop coordinated, integrated planning alternatives and policy responses.
• Represents LES in a variety of interactions with the Southwest Power Pool Regional Transmission Organization, including working groups, planning studies, and model development.
• Identifies needed services and manages the request for proposal process including soliciting and evaluating bids, determining vendor to be awarded, contract review, etc., and reviews the work of selected consultants and vendors to confirm the work meets requirements. 
   

Accountability - Holds self and others responsible for goals, outcomes, deadlines, and objectives and follows through on commitments. Takes accountability for delivering on commitments; owns mistakes and uses them as opportunities for learning and development. 

Communication - Expresses ideas and information in a clear and concise manner whether verbally, written, or other means; tailors message to fit the interests and needs of the audience; delivers information in a manner that is interesting and compelling. 

Initiative - Takes action on his/her own without being prompted; handles problems independently; able to resolve issues without relying on extensive help from others; does more than is expected or asked. 

Coaching - Provides feedback and coaching, rewards hard work and appropriate risk taking, takes mentoring role, challenges, and develops employees, accepts mistakes, and provides visibility/opportunity. 

Decision Making - Moves quickly to make good decisions and commit to a clear course of action; comfortable making sound decisions based on partial information; willing to take appropriate risks to maintain momentum; shows a strong bias toward action.

Requirements

REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

• Bachelors degree in Electrical engineering, and
• Seven years of progressively responsible utilities experience in area of assignment, including supervisory experience, or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
• Advanced technical or engineering degree preferred
   

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid driver’s license
• Professional Engineer’s (PE) license preferred