Posted: 11-Jul-25
Location: Wichita, Kansas
Type: Full Time
Preferred Education:
Internal Number: 937
Seeking a strong leader to identify challenges and develop solutions while supporting executive leadership in establishing transmission operations goals, evaluating trends, and defining objectives.
Sunflower, a generation and transmission cooperative committed to delivering reliable, affordable energy to Kansans, is seeking an experienced transmission operations leader to oversee the development and coordination of transmission operations procedures, productivity standards, interconnection agreements, and regulatory compliance. This role will lead cross-functional committees to address operational challenges, drive strategic solutions with subject matter experts, and support executive leadership in defining and achieving transmission goals. The ideal candidate will manage permitting activities, engage stakeholders during public hearings if needed, and resolve concerns related to transmission projects. This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of transmission operations and infrastructure development.
What You'll Gain:
- Exceptional compensation and benefits, including a defined benefit pension, low health insurance premiums, and more.
- Choice of location — live and work near the welcoming communities of Hays or Great Bend, Kansas.
- Experience working with a variety of skilled, knowledgeable and supportive Sunflower personnel who care about your growth, development, and success in the role.
- Play an active role in valuable work — help ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective transmission projects are complete aiding Sunflower and our Members in powering Kansas communities.
Top Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, finance, accounting, legal, or a related field, and six years’ experience in electric transmission, regulatory, accounting, finance, or legal; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong critical thinking, problem solving, analytical, and research skills.
Refer to the Responsibility Outline for a complete list of qualifications: Transmission Coordination and Development Director
Sunflower Electric Power Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/vets.