Description

Douglas County PUD is seeking a highly skilled SCADA Programmer to support and enhance our missioncritical control systems. We are looking for individuals who bring strong technical expertise, a forwardthinking mindset, and a commitment to continuous improvement through modern tools and efficient processes. This role plays a key part in ensuring the reliability and integrity of our SCADA environment while collaborating with teams across the utility to support safe and dependable electric system operations.

Douglas PUD offers excellent working conditions and a competitive salary and benefit package. Employee benefits include: medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, personal leave plan, paid holidays, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), deferred compensation programs with employer matching, Health Reimbursement Accounts with employer contributions, Wellness Program, and training opportunities. Full benefit package may be viewed at https://www.uip-wa.org/douglas-pud.

The successful incumbent for this position will be hired within an annualized salary range of $123,845 – $152,955, depending on qualifications for the position. The maximum in this pay scale is $182,065. Candidates with at least 5 years of highly relevant utility SCADA experience may be considered for a starting salary above the midpoint ($152,955) up to $162,658.

Position Summary:
The SCADA Programmer is responsible for operations, support, and maintenance of Douglas County PUD’s SCADA system, as well as providing high level technical support for other mission-critical systems used for monitoring and controlling the transmission and distribution electric power system.

Essential Functions:

• Administer, program, and maintain the District’s SCADA system.
• Provide technical expertise and training to Technicians on the SCADA system.
• Prepare and review SCADA end user training documents.
• Work closely with District Software Developers to support the Energy Accounting System and end-of-hour accounting system.
• Maintain operating processes to ensure the District’s Backup Control Center is consistent with the Primary Control Center.
• Maintain and troubleshoot Inter-Control Center Protocol (ICCP) data links.
• Support departments with data queries and data quality troubleshooting.
• Provide day-to-day and after-hours SCADA technical support to System Operators.
• Perform reviews and document evidence relating to NERC compliance.
• Support the District’s mission and value statements in the performance of job duties.
• Work respectfully and cooperatively with diverse groups of people and maintain professional interactions at all times in the workplace.
• Ensure compliance with all District policies.
• Adhere to the District’s Safety Policy and Procedures.
• Operate District vehicles that may be equipped with a GPS device that monitors vehicle location while conducting business on behalf of the District.
• Other duties as assigned.

Due to the nature and scope of the essential functions, the importance of personal interactions between this position, employees, customers, and other members of the public, and the availability of job-related tools, equipment and resources at work, performance of the essential functions requires regular, consistent, on-site attendance while working independently and with others.

Requirements

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles and practices related to SCADA systems. Advanced skill level in SCADA programming.
• Good understanding of Transmission and Distribution System operations.
• Knowledge of the ICCP protocol used in the sharing of data between control centers.
• Knowledge of the DNP3 protocol used for substation automation.
• Skilled in analyzing and solving complex problems.
• Familiarity of NERC reliability standards.
• An ability to display sound judgement, competence, and accuracy in all facets of work.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn, evaluate, and implement new technologies or tools to improve processes, streamline work, and support organizational efficiency.

Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or other closely related field and at least 5 years relevant work experience in the area of SCADA and power systems. Four years of additional equivalent experience may be substituted for the required degree.

Competency Requirements:
Safety: Demonstrates that safety is the top priority when performing any job duty or task; prioritizes personal safety and the safety of co-workers and the public.
Accountability/Dependability: Accepts responsibility for quality of own work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Shows up on time, meets standards, deadlines and work schedules.
Productivity: Is able to demonstrate completion of assigned tasks through work product and documentation. This will include evidence that clearly shows work was completed on time and with above average quality.
Teamwork: Promotes cooperation and mutual respect with all co-workers.
Adaptability/Flexibility: Responds positively to changing business needs and responsibilities. Adapts when redirected and develops methods to achieve results and remain accountable.
Professionalism: Interact daily with others in a professional manner. Treat others and be treated with respect; perform with integrity, honesty and professionalism; participate constructively in open communication; help to resolve issues and difficult situations in ways that reduce conflict and maintain good working relationships; improve work performance and take an active part in generating a mutually supportive environment. Recognize that diversity is an asset and value cultural, physical and professional differences.

Physical Requirements:
This position is primarily performed in an office setting and requires the ability to perform the following physical activities with or without reasonable accommodation. Continuously requires vision, hearing, twisting, and talking. Frequently requires standing, fine dexterity, sitting, and handling. Occasionally requires walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, bending, and crouching. Rarely requires climbing.

Background Screening:
In accordance with the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards, Douglas County Public Utility District #1 conducts post-offer background screening of personnel who have access to the District’s critical physical and/or cyber assets.

How To Apply: Visit https://douglaspud.org/work-with-us/job-listings/