Specialty Services Manager

Summary This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration, in Specialty Services (TFHS) organization of Construction and Maintenance Services (TFH) organization of Transmission Field Services (TF), Transmission Services (T). A successful candidate in the Specialty Service Manager position will serve as a manager of General Shops which provides field and shop painting and welding services, machining, and sheet metal services. Responsibilities As a Specialty Services Manager, you will: Determines goals and develops plans for the organization independently of or jointly with higher management. Makes or recommends organizational changes that have considerable impact, such as those involving basic structure, operating cost, and key positions. Coordinates program efforts with other internal activities or with the activities of other agencies; assesses the impact of the organization's programs on other parts of the BPA and DOE, including those in other organizations, in other government entities, and in the private sector. Sets policy for the organization in such areas as determining program emphases and operating guidelines. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work. Oversees the development of performance standards by subordinate supervisors and develops performance standards for subordinate supervisors and others. Hears and resolves group grievances and serious complaints. Leads or participates as a technical expert in committees and working groups for resolving critical problems requiring innovative solutions. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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: First time supervisors will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period. This position does not support remote work. You will be required to report physically to the official reporting worksite as specified by the supervisor, but no less than 3 days per pay period. Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS A qualified candidate's resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level(GS-13 in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as experience in leading a team or facilitating diverse workgroups applying a range of concepts, laws, policies applicable to the construction, maintenance, and operation of electrical transmission and facilities to 1) perform complex projects planning and coordination, 2) bring many needed resources collectively (e.g., rescheduling, reassignment of work) when changes are hard to predict, and 3) make or participate in decisions making in a frequently changing work situations to meet the strategic and organizational goals.

Created: 2026-03-09