WHO WE ARE

The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) is the association that represents all U.S. investor-owned electric companies. Our members provide electricity for more than 220 million Americans and operate in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. As a whole, the electric power industry supports more than 7 million jobs in communities across the United States.

EEI employees are required to work in office Monday-Thursday, and have the option to work remotely on Fridays.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE MANAGING DIRECTOR, OPERATIONAL CONTINUITY:

Reporting directly to the SVP, Industry Operations (SVP), the Managing Director, Operational Continuity (MD) serves as a senior member of EEI’s Industry Operations division and is responsible for leading a broad range of activities central to the resilient operation of the electric power system. The MD provides leadership to advance the strategic and operational interests of EEI’s members in the areas of preparedness, response and recovery, and safety.

The MD will oversee a team of policy and subject matter experts and is responsible for informing the organization’s operational positions and supporting member priorities through robust analysis and research.

Other important responsibilities of the MD:

• Oversee a team of subject matter experts responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and influencing a variety of regulatory and operational issues affecting the electric power industry, including safety and health, cyber and physical risks, preparedness and mutual assistance, and other related operational issues emerging threats/risks.
• Provide expertise on a range of national security issues and oversee critical member-centric workstreams, including EEI’s engagement and coordination with the Electricity Subsector Coordinating Council (ESCC).
• Proactively engage in operational resilience activities with DOE, DHS/FEMA and CISA, and other organizations.
• Inform the development of member positions on key issues in collaboration with EEI’s government relations, communications, and legal and policy teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with federal agencies and other key stakeholders to advance EEI’s member priorities.

Leadership and Management

• Oversee a high-performing team of subject-matter experts, fostering collaboration, professional growth, and excellence.
• Support positive working relationships across the three Industry Operations pillars, and with other EEI divisions, particularly Government Relations, Communications, and Legal and Policy teams, to align operational positions and research with advocacy and messaging.
• In coordination with the SVP, oversee employee performance management and conduct performance reviews in a timely manner.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
• 15+ years of relevant experience in the energy sector, with a focus on energy security, national security, safety, preparedness and recovery.
• Demonstrated expertise in federal and other regulatory processes affecting the electric utility industry.
• Exceptional judgment, integrity, and discretion in managing sensitive and high-impact matters.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences, including member executives, policymakers, and regulators.
• Strong leadership and team management experience, including mentoring and developing professionals.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% for EEI member events, meetings, and conferences.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EEI is committed to providing a productive and safe environment. To achieve that goal, we conduct background and reference check investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Equal Opportunity Employment M/D/F/V.