Description

APPLICATION MATERIALS
Applicants are required to submit a combined cover letter and resume in one PDF document. Your cover letter must summarize your interest, education and experience relative to this position. Incomplete materials will not be considered.

To expedite the application process, combine your cover letter and resume into one PDF document before applying and upload electronically when requested in the online application process.

This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED and applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.  The first review date for application materials is scheduled for March 30, 2026.

Interested parties are also invited to contact Human Resources at joblist@chelanpud.org to discuss the position.

SALARY RANGE
The advertised hiring range will be $120,880 - $151,100, with a maximum opportunity of up to $181,320 with tenure and strong performance.

BENEFITS EPOA
In addition to competitive wages Chelan PUD employees also enjoy outstanding benefits which include zero cost employer funded medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits, access to the employee assistance program, a VEBA health reimbursement account, and long-term care.

Washington state retirement PERS participation and optional 457 plan participation with an employer matching 401(a) plan.

Leave, life & disability benefits including paid leave starting at 21 days per calendar year up to 35 with tenure, 12 paid holidays per calendar year, paid jury duty, short-term disability & long-term disability, and basic life, AD&D, and optional voluntary life.

The work life benefits include optional flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care, educational assistance, various rewards and recognition programs and position specific stipends.

For more explanation of the district benefits please visit our benefits website www.mychelanpudbenefits.org.

JOB POSTING
This is not a remote or hybrid position, but requires regular, in-person attendance Monday – Friday at our headquarters in Wenatchee, WA. Relocation reimbursement is available.

Overview
Lead, plan, and supervise assigned staff within the drafting and surveying work groups, including oversight of work activities and performance expectations. Ensure the consistent, high-quality delivery of technical drawings, models, and survey support through effective standards, procedures, and prioritization. Oversee the governance and lifecycle management of CAD and surveying technologies to support current operations and future business needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise drafting technicians and surveyors by planning and coordinating work, setting expectations, and managing performance to ensure timely and accurate delivery of technical drawings, models, and survey work products. Provide oversight to support consistent and effective use of CAD tools through guidance and coordination.
• Develop, maintain, and administer standards, policies, and procedures to ensure consistency, accuracy, and efficiency across CAD and surveying workflows.
• Manage the inventory, availability, and lifecycle of specialized tools and equipment required for drafting and surveying activities, including printers and plotters, surveying instruments, laser scanners, and other data-capture technologies. Plan and budget for the maintenance, replacement, and continued improvement of these assets in coordination with applicable District processes.
• Oversee coordination of CAD and surveying software platform use across projects and work activities, ensuring alignment with established standards and business needs. Partner with technical subject-matter experts and technology stakeholders to support effective use of tools and capabilities.
• Plan and manage a limited number of time-bound special initiatives, as assigned, that support strategic objectives, regulatory requirements, or significant changes affecting CAD and surveying services.
• Develop and maintain an annual departmental performance plan, including workforce planning, resource utilization, technology change management, and identification of opportunities for operational and process improvement.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
• As a secondary function, drive a motorized vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District.

People Management: This position manages/supervises people. Direct Resources Managed: 10-19. Indirect Resources Managed: None.
Reports To: Manager - Project Support
Overtime exemption: Exempt

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree (B.S. or B.A.) in engineering, engineering technology, surveying, information technology, business, or a closely related discipline is required.
• Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education. 

Experience

• 5+ years of progressive experience in CAD, drafting, or surveying is required. 
• Experience coordinating work activities; applying or supporting CAD and surveying standards and procedures; and prior supervisory or people-management experience preferred. 

Skills and Abilities
A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities: 

• Working knowledge of drafting and surveying practices and procedures, including CAD and 3D modeling concepts.
• Knowledge of District business management, operations, and organizational processes.
• Knowledge of District collective bargaining agreement provisions.
• Knowledge of principles for coordinating and managing software-supported work activities.
• Ability to supervise personnel, including performance management and staff development.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of others.
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey expectations and technical information clearly.
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, including the ability to identify issues early and exercise sound judgment.
• Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions: See full posting at www.chelanpud.org/careers

District Values

• Trust - We act with integrity, empathy, competence, and transparency, earning the confidence and respect of each other and the public we serve.
• Safety - We protect what matters most through the choices we make.
• Stewardship - We responsibly manage and thoughtfully oversee all resources entrusted to us for the benefit of future generations.
• Collaboration - We transform our deep expertise from individual advantage into shared power - partnering across teams to maximize our impact and secure our future.
• Courage - We boldly step into the unknown to do what matters, seeking opportunities to grow and lead.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
A valid driver's license is required for this position (verified upon hire).  A valid Washington State driver's license is required within 30 days of employment.

BACKGROUND SCREENING
Pursuant to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards, Chelan County Public Utility District #1 conducts background screening of personnel who have access to the District's critical physical and/or cyber assets.

DISCLAIMER
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. This should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

As part of its recruiting process, Chelan PUD may engage a third-party vendor to perform previous employment verification, education verification, and reference checking. 

EEO
Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

 We value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected classifications as defined by law.

EEO Law Posters can be found on the main Careers page in English and Spanish. 

Chelan PUD will not be offering any work visa sponsorship for this role.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)