Chief Executive Officer

Red Lake Electric Cooperative is seeking applicants for Chief Executive Officer at our headquarters in Red Lake Falls, Minnesota.The pay range for this position begins at $140,000 per year. Appropriate compensation will be determined based on a candidate's skills, education, and any previous relevant experience.To apply, email your resume and cover letter to will be accepted through Sunday, October 26, 2025.Position SummaryThe Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Red Lake Electric works in partnership with the Board of Directors and staff to advance the Cooperative’s vision, guided by the seven cooperative principles. This includes overseeing the delivery of reliable electric transmission and distribution services and engaging in regional and national efforts on key energy issues.The CEO provides strategic leadership to ensure system reliability and responsiveness to its customers, employees and the evolving demands of the electric utility industry. The CEO is responsible for implementing long-term plans and maintaining a strong organizational culture.This position ensures the Cooperative operates in accordance with sound financial management practices, follows the policies and objectives established by the Cooperative Board, Articles of Incorporation, and the Bylaws of the Cooperative.The CEO directly supervises the Managers of Operations, Member Services, and Finance. Reporting to an elected nine-member Board, the CEO keeps the Board informed on regulatory and political developments, financial performance, staffing needs, and system reliability.ResponsibilitiesOverall Management of Cooperative Departments: Ensures all departments maintain a high level of expertise.Overall Management of Cooperative Departments: Makes decisions, with recommendations from staff, on electrical power supply, financial policies, electrical system, procurement, staffing, and administrative policies.Responsibility to the Board of DirectorsSubmits items of business for Board consideration.Administers Board policies and carries out directives.Educates or arranges education for Board members on important Cooperative topics.Recommends short- and long-range strategies for financial health, adequate power supply, and efficient operation.Administers wage and salary plans, and recommends compensation levels, employee benefits, and training and development programs for Board approval.Develops and fosters a positive work environment.Encourages staff participation and suggestions.Provides training for staff growth, development, succession planning, and safety practices.Annual Work Plan and Budget ManagementAssists in all phases of the budget process.Works with department heads on departmental work plans and budgets.Collaborates with office staff on overall budget planning, monitoring, and presentation to the Board.Works with external financial advisors to support the Cooperative.Labor and Employee RelationsParticipates in contract negotiations and labor/management meetings.Administers Collective Bargaining Agreements.Represents the Cooperative at subsidiary and local, regional, and national organization meetings.Attends Monthly Minnkota Manager Meetings, Minnkota Board of Directors Meetings, and other Minnkota-sponsored meetings and events.Attends Local, Regional, and National Electric Organization Meetings as munity and Professional RelationsEnsures proactive communication with and responsiveness to member owners.Establishes Cooperative presence in community service organizations.Encourages utility participation in selected community activities.Maintains positive working relationships with local, county, state, and federal officials to promote Cooperative needs and objectives.Responsibility for Confidential MattersHandles information related to personal records, salaries, and labor negotiations.Maintains confidentiality as appropriate.QualificationsExperience and EducationBachelor’s degree required; Engineering, Business Administration or Accounting degree is preferredProven leadership, strong interpersonal skills, and effective oral and written communication requiredFive (5) years’ management experience in electric utility finance, system operations, member relations or engineering preferredKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:Must have comprehensive knowledge of electric utility systems, including financing, system operations, power resources, management, planning, maintenance, construction and personnel administrationA thorough understanding of current issues affecting the electric utility industry in northern Minnesota is desirableAbility to make public presentations to a variety of audiences, exercise independent judgment, and foster trust and positive working relationship with the Board, Cooperative members, employees, consultants, other utilities, agencies and community leadersAdditional Information:Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license. Travel is required to meet the requirements of the Cooperative. The CEO’s presence is required at meetings locally, regionally and nationally. To effectively lead and represent the Cooperative, the CEO is required to reside within or near the service area served by Red Lake Electric.Red Lake Electric supports employees through a strong total compensation package that includes a competitive pay and benefits package. The cooperative offers:Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance401(k)Life insurance and AD&D coverageShort Term and Long Term Disability insurancePaid time off: Holidays, Vacation, Sick leaveSection 125 Plan for medical and dependent care expensesEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-06