Director Of Operations

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• Director Of Operations
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• Date: Nov 6, 2026
• Location: Minneapolis, MN, US, 55419
• Mankato, MN, US, 56001
• Alexandria, MN, US, 56308
• Little Falls, MN, US, 56345
• Brooklyn Park, MN, US, 55445
• Minneapolis, MN, US, 55419

Our Vision

Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Job Summary

Management of a functional process of the Company’s gas operations business; provides direct oversight for all operational and budgetary needs with objective of providing safe, reliable service to customers at reasonable operating costs; manages relationships with regulatory and elected officials that could affect the Company’s ability to operate efficiently.

Essential Functions

• Manages and directs Company activities including coordination of activities with support staff of other organizations as needed.
• Manages service and/ or construction and maintenance work performed by Company and contractor personnel.
• Directs and assigns security, maintenance and housekeeping of service center building, grounds, and all related equipment.
• Monitors and maintains the leases applicable to current service center building and grounds.
• Develops, monitors and adjusts the operating budget and productivity targets in a consistent and efficient manner.
• Develops the operating and financial strategy consistent with Company direction and vision, implements the strategy and reports the progress.
• Frequent contacts with executives both within and outside the Company on matters requiring explanations and discussion which may influence important decisions.
• Assists employees and counsels customers, contractors, and regulatory bodies regarding unusual or difficult problems arising out of the work performed by employees.
• Interprets and administers policies as they apply to employees, customers and the general public.
• Periodically makes field inspections to check quality of work performance of employees.
• Effectively influences and achieves operating culture change across all varying work groups.
• Promotes corporate citizenship, and trains and counsels employees to assure they are building and maintaining a good Company image with customers and their respective community, civic and governmental officials.
• Responsible for regulatory compliance of operations and quality of service regulations.
• Regular and frequent contacts with city, county and state officials, requiring a sense of timing, tact and judgment in dealing with them.
• Works with the community officials to provide information concerning the operations of the company and is responsible for providing information affecting local rates and negotiating agreements.
• Promotes employee and public safety through participation in safety meetings, inspection of equipment and work areas, participation in accident investigations and initiation of corrective action for hazardous situations.
• Exercises independent judgment in emergency situations as required in the absence of established policies and procedures.

Education Description

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in business administration, marketing, engineering or related field. Preferred

Experience

Requires a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in the utility industry, including a minimum of three (3) years of experience as a supervisor or manager.

Physical Requirements

• Able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Able to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Able to communicate either written and verbal communications either in person or through technical equipment such as telephone.
• Able to demonstrate and apply the manual dexterity to operate a personal computer and common office equipment.

Working Conditions

• Able to travel occasionally overnight.
• Able to work in an office environment.
• Able to work indoors in an office environment and outdoors with occasional exposure to all weather conditions, equipment, and noise when at field installation sites.
• Required to participate in CenterPoint Energy's Emergency Operation Plan (EOP).
• Able to work regular hours, with occasional or mandatory overtime; may be required to work rotating shifts.
• We want you to know

• Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone.
• It's an opportunity to make a positive impact.
• You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share.
• The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

What we bring to you

Pay and benefits

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution

Health/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Paid training

Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement:

• Life, AD&D, Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Transit subsidies

Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston

• Job Type: Full Time
• Posting Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Posting End Date: 11/16/2026

Compensation

$155,158.40 to $232,737.60 Annually

CenterPoint Energy is required by Minnesota law to provide a good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum starting compensation range at the time of posting for the opportunity. This annual compensation range is specific to Minnesota and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

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• Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis
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