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Cowlitz PUD is the local publicly owned power company for Cowlitz County. We are looking our Utility Contracts Coordinator position. *    *You are a great fit if:

• You are a technical, organized and detailed oriented person.
• Your educational background is related to engineering or land surveying.
• You like the flexibility of working both in an office setting and doing fieldwork.   
• You are good at managing your time and enjoy working independently on projects. 
• You want to work at a company that's mission is to give back to the community by providing safe, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy to its customers. 

Cowlitz PUD as an employer offers:

• Monday through Thursday 4-10 schedule working 7:00 am to 5:30 pm
• An on-site gym. 
• Collaborative work environment throughout the entire company. 
• Community and Public Service opportunities in Cowlitz County. 
• Opportunities for continued learning, career development and professional growth. 

Our Strategic Plan:  Through our Strategic Planning process, Cowlitz PUD prioritized the following initiatives for the coming years in accordance with our mission and vision:

1. Resource Planning   Ensure an adequate and reliable power supply to meet the electric load requirements and clean energy obligations of Cowlitz PUD and the community.
2. System Reliability and Security   Develop and manage Cowlitz PUD's assets and planning tools to ensure a high level of electric reliability, physical and cyber security, and safety.
3. Business Efficiency   Implement business systems to achieve efficient use of Cowlitz PUD's resources.
4. Engagement   Cowlitz PUD will communicate, educate, and engage with its employees, customers, and stakeholders to maintain positive relationships and prepare for future change.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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The Utility Contracts Coordinator manages all right-of-way activities for utility work (permits, easements and applications) and manages all 3^rd^ party attachments to power poles, commonly referred to as joint use, along with other miscellaneous property related duties.  

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Experience, Working Conditions and Other Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates or two-year technical degree from an accredited college or vocational school associated with engineering, electric power systems or land surveying,  
• Must have or obtain within 6 months a Washington State Public Notary. 

Desirable Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
• Land Surveyor in Training (LIST) Certification

• Experience in one or both of the following areas as a technician or field person:

• Familiar with overhead power lines, communication lines and NESC code.

• Preparing and developing property related legal descriptions.

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The work environment conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

• Work is performed in the office Monday through Thursday 7:00 am to 5:30 pm. Remote work is not available for this position.