Description

Massena Electric Department, Massena, NY

The Massena Electric Department (“MED”) is seeking a highly qualified and motivated professional to serve as Superintendent.

Located along the St. Lawrence River in Northern New York, Massena is home to major hydropower infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, international transportation access, and emerging economic development opportunities including energy-intensive industry and data infrastructure. MED operates a publicly owned electric utility serving the Massena community with a strong commitment to reliability, affordability, safety, and customer service.

This position serves as the chief administrative and operational officer of the utility and reports directly to the MED Board of Trustees.

Position Summary

Oversee all utility operations and work closely with the MED Board, local municipalities, state agencies, regional utilities, customers, and economic development partners. The Superintendent is responsible for the leadership, planning, administration, operation, maintenance, and strategic direction of the municipal electric system including:

• Electric transmission and distribution system substations and switching infrastructure
• Electric power procurement and NYPA allocations
• Reliability and emergency response operations
• Utility finances, budgeting, and capital planning
• Regulatory compliance and reporting
• Personnel supervision, safety and labor coordination
• Long-range infrastructure and economic development planning
• Review, revise, develop policies and procedures for the Department.
• Assist with economic development initiatives involving large industrial and high-energy-use customers

Desired Qualifications

• Extensive experience in electric utility operations, preferably with a municipal or public power system.
• Strong knowledge of electric transmission and distribution utility infrastructure.
• Experience with utility finance, budgeting, rates, and capital planning.
• Knowledge of NYPA hydropower allocations and NYISO operations.
• Demonstrated leadership, personnel management experience, strong communication and public presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with governing boards, municipalities, regulators, and community stakeholders.
• Experience with emergency response and utility restoration operations

To view the full job description, visit www.massenaelectric.com/jobs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, utility management, business administration, public administration, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, technical training, and progressively responsible utility experience may be considered.
• Minimum of five (5) years supervisory or management experience in electric utility operations preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, required .
• Professional Electrical Engineer (P.E.), line utility certification, or public power management certifications are considered a plus.

Cover letter and resume

mail to: Massena Electric Department, P.O. Box 209, Massena, New York 13662

ATTN: Superintendent Hiring Manager

or email: humanresources@massenaelectric.com 

Accepting applications through 7/10/2026