JOB DESCRIPTION FirstEnergy at a GlanceWe are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers' lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability, and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.About the Opportunity This is an open position with Jersey Central Power & Light, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp [JCPL] The NJ Reliability Program Manager possesses a sharp business mind and proven ability to strategize and implement high-level program initiatives. As a natural leader, this person has strong talent for project coordination, driving accountability and delegation. The Program Manager is motivated by a desire to optimize productivity and nurture program success from inception to completion. FirstEnergy takes pride in delivering efficient and effective solutions such as electrification, clean energy and advising through the energy transition across all FirstEnergy Utilities operating companies. The NJ Reliability Program Manager role can be sited at any FE location in New Jersey and is considered a mobile (hybrid) position. Responsibilities include: * Working closely with project sponsor, engineering, cross-functional teams, and assigned project managers to develop the scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and timing for NJ Programs. * Managing program schedule and driving project teams for optimal return on investment and coordinating/delegating cross-project initiatives ensuring expected benefits to FirstEnergy. * Identifying key requirements for cross-functional teams and external vendors. * Developing and managing budget for projects and being accountable for delivering against established business goals/objectives. * Analyzing, evaluating, and overcoming program risks, and producing program reports for managers and stakeholders while obtaining approval for scope/schedule/resource changes * Supporting the operation and maintenance of assets. * Assisting with development of appropriate technology standards and coordinating engineering support as needed. * Supporting IT System Integration - including technology protocols and communications platforms. * Assisting with EmT rate filings/reports including discovery responses and participating in preparation and delivery of semi-annual filing reports and presentations to Commission staff as scheduled to communicate program milestones. * Supporting and partnering with EmT Strategy, including but not limited to participation in program teams, key industry organizations such as EPRI and others. Participation in industry work groups and all related processes (regulatory, policy, advocacy, business strategy, etc.). * Supporting JCP&L in developing consistent longer-term strategies and plans that align with the Emerging Technologies Roadmap. Coordinating planning closely with Rates/Regulatory, Long-Range Planning, and Distribution Support. * Providing support for developing communications plans and ensuring visibility of assigned programs internally across NJ, as well as externally with all stakeholders. * Providing support to resolve supplier issues through involvement with regional affiliates. * Assisting with presentations to leadership and external stakeholders on program justifications and program updates. * Consistently anticipating customer needs and delivering high quality results. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Business, Finance, Project Management, or related discipline and minimum 5 to 10 years related utility distribution experience are required. * In lieu of a degree, High School Diploma / GED and minimum 7 to 13 years related utility distribution experience are required. * 5 years of project management experience or the equivalent is required. * Exceptional skills in leadership, time management, facilitation, and organization * Outstanding knowledge of change management principles and experience in managing stakeholders and driving accountability through peers * Working knowledge of digital marketing * Gain knowledge of company's practices and standards for engineering construction and maintenance of distribution lines * Able to communicate complexities to individuals across business units * Persuasive and professional in verbal and written communications with multiTo view the full job description, click here