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Internal Operations Manager
Bonneville Power Administration · Posted 63 days ago
On-site Vancouver, WA $115K – $149K Apply by Jul 23, 2026 General Business And Industry ENTJESTJISTJ OperationsTrades
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This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration, in the Construction and Maintenance Services (TFH) organization of Transmission Field Services (TF), Transmission Services (T). A successful candidate in the Internal Operations Manager position will serve as the supervisor of the Internal Operations group and a member of the TFH management team with responsibility for planning, supervising, and leading programs
What You'll Do
- →Power the Pacific Northwest: Shape the Future of Clean Energy as our Internal Operations Leader The Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) is at the heart of the Pacific Northwest's clean energy lifeline, operating one of the nation's largest and most reliable high-voltage transmission grids.
- →Behind the physical lines and substations that power millions of homes and businesses is a dedicated engine of operational excellence.
- →As the Internal Operations Manager, you will step into a pivotal, high-visibility role as the operational "chief of staff" for our Construction and Maintenance Services division.
- →You will lead the critical planning, budgeting, and administrative strategies that empower our field crews to execute grid-modernization projects safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
- →If you are a strategic thinker who thrives at the intersection of team leadership, resource optimization, and high-impact project support, this is your opportunity to drive real-world impact on the future of clean energy.
- →Key Responsibilities of the Role Here are the eight most impactful and rewarding duties of this position, redesigned to highlight your strategic influence and leadership impact: Serve as a Chief Strategic Advisor Directly partner with senior executive leadership to shape, implement, and evaluate regional grid construction and maintenance programs.
- →In this trusted advisory role, you will provide critical data, analytical insights, and strategic recommendations that influence high-level decision-making.
- →Lead, Mentor, and Empower a High-Performing Team Provide direct leadership and oversight to a talented team of professional and administrative experts.
- →You will establish performance standards, foster professional growth, resolve workplace disputes, and champion a collaborative, inclusive culture built on mutual respect and shared success.
- →Drive Multi-Million-Dollar Portfolio and Budget Planning Take ownership of long-range program planning, budgeting, and workload scheduling.
- →You will oversee resource allocations and monitor third-party contractor portfolios to ensure critical infrastructure projects are executed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
- →Build and Navigate Key Stakeholder Alliances Represent the agency in critical negotiations and collaborative efforts with executive leaders, federal and state partners, regional public and private utility providers, and manufacturing representatives.
- →You will serve as a key broker in aligning regional interests and securing essential resources.
- →Champion Process Innovation and Efficiency Identify and eliminate operational bottlenecks.
Requirements
- ✓In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire.
- ✓Answer to these questions is not scored or rated.
- ✓Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration.
- ✓When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically.
- ✓You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully.
- ✓Key Requirements: You must be a United States Citizen.
- ✓This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
- ✓Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements.
- ✓You will be required to report in person to the official duty location.
- ✓Conditions of Employment: Selectee will be required to complete the Office of Government Ethics Standard of Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OFGE450e) within 30 days of employment and annually.
- ✓This position requires a valid driver's license as a condition of employment.
- ✓A preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin work.
- ✓Current Federal employees or other individuals with an existing completed background investigation may not be required to undergo another background check.
- ✓Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.
Personality Fit
Job ID: 25f6b80e-cd3e-495d-b73a-464bddd7cc00
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