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Arc Flash and Building Systems Advisor
City of Seattle
Seattle Public Utilities
Location
Seattle, Washington, 98104
Salary
$56.57 - $84.88
per hour
Type
Full Time
More Other jobs →Closes
February 4, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This role involves creating and running a safety program to identify and mitigate electrical hazards in city utility buildings, while also overseeing upgrades to building systems like switching to electric power instead of fossil fuels.
The person will advise on facility projects and work with teams to manage budgets and policies.
It's a good fit for someone with experience in electrical systems or facilities management who enjoys independent project leadership in a public service environment.
Key Requirements
- Five years of professional experience in facilities management, program management, electrical systems, or related fields
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Architectural Design, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Studies, or similar; or equivalent with two additional years of relevant experience
- Ability to develop and implement an Arc Flash program, including hazard identification and consultant management
- Skills in managing project budgets, scopes of work, and contracts for facility-related initiatives
- Experience in policy and procedure development, particularly in coordination with safety and internal teams
- Knowledge of building system upgrades, such as electrification to remove fossil fuels
- Capability to lead programs, brief leadership, and contribute to asset management initiatives
Full Job Description
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost.
SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean.
Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.
For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), checkout the following:
SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity.
We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.
Requirements
The Arc Flash and Building Systems Advisor will work independently as a key advisor to the SPU Workforce Facilities Planning and Management Section and will be responsible for a new Arc Flash program to address this regulatory requirement across SPU buildings and managing other facility projects and programs around building systems.
Major job duties will include:
Develop and implement a new utility-wide Arc Flash program which includes: Identifying SPU electrical services with an arc flash hazard.
Developing scopes of work and select/managing consultant contract(s) to complete arc flash studies as needed.Managing the Arc Flash program budget and other project activity which may be identified from Arc Flash related work.
- Advise and lead other workforce facilities programs, projects and policy development as assigned. This will include:
- Managing programs and projects related to building system upgrades and replacements including building electrification work to remove fossil fuels from buildings.
- Serving as part of the core team for the development and implementation of the new Workforce Facilities Asset Management Program
- Brief SPU's leadership as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Experience: Five (5) years professional experience in facilities management, program management, electrical systems, or other related fields Education: Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Architectural Design, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Studies, or similar fields of study.
If no degree, an additional two (2) years of relevant experience is required.
Combinations of appropriate education, training, certification, and experience(s) will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability.
Desired Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of electrical distribution systems
- Arc Flash Training / Arc Flash OSHA certification
- Understanding of current IEEE standards, as well as NESC, OSHA
- Strong knowledge of NFPA standards, specifically NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 70B
- Experience setting up and managing new programs with multiple stakeholders
- Experience managing facility projects
Additional Information
How to Apply:
In addition to fully completing the online application, we require candidates to attach a current resume, and cover letter describing your work experience(s) and how that makes you a good candidate for this role.
The full salary range for this position is $56.57 per hour - $84.88 per hour.
Workplace Environment (*Telework Expectation):
This position requires the selected candidate to work five (5) days in-office, and the specific schedule will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.
Who may apply: All qualified candidates may apply, including external candidates and internal employees of the City of Seattle (COS).
The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and covered family-members/most employees-plans
Application Requirement(s):
- A complete NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application
- Attached Resume & Cover Letter describing your skills and experience in relation to this position.
- Supplemental Questions Responses
*** You must include both a resume and cover letter. If you do not submit these documents, your application will not be considered. Please ensure that BOTH documents have successfully been uploaded before submitting your application. ***
If you have any questions, please contact Kyle Chow at kyle.chow@seattle.gov
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