Power Distribution Assistant Manager - EXAM

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of the twelfth school grade and six (6) years of experience performing fully-skilled work in electrical power distribution including two (2) years of supervisory or administrative experience in the same field. Substitution(s): A certificate of high school equivalence (GED) will be accepted in lieu of the twelfth school grade requirement. Significant coursework related to mechanical or electrical engineering may be substituted for up to two years of the required non-supervisory/non-administrative experience on a year-for-year basis (18 semester hours/ 27 quarter hours equals one (1) year). Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Completion of the twelfth school grade and six (6) years of experience performing fully-skilled work in electrical power distribution including two (2) years of supervisory or administrative experience in the same field. Substitution(s): A certificate of high school equivalence (GED) will be accepted in lieu of the twelfth school grade requirement. Significant coursework related to mechanical or electrical engineering may be substituted for up to two years of the required non-supervisory/non-administrative experience on a year-for-year basis (18 semester hours/ 27 quarter hours equals one (1) year).
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Other Qualifications

• The names of the applicants passing this administration of this exam will be used to create a NEW, OPEN COMPETITIVE , eligible list, and will replace the names on the current list. If you are interested in having your name included on the new eligible list, you will need to apply for this exam within the filing period and successfully complete all phases of the testing process. Questions regarding this process can be directed to the Test Center at 614-645-7439. The examination process will consist of a multiple-choice / forced-choice Experience Evaluation exam weighted 100%. The exam is expected to be administered in October 2026. Approved applicants will be notified by mail/email of their scheduled test date and time. All applicants must complete all phases of the testing process in order to receive a final score. The names of all candidates who pass this examination will remain on the eligible list for two years, unless the eligible list is replaced prior to or extended beyond the two years. If a candidate's name is certified and the candidate is to be considered for employment, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test. The certification process will be: Fixed Band The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• The names of the applicants passing this administration of this exam will be used to create a NEW, OPEN COMPETITIVE , eligible list, and will replace the names on the current list. If you are interested in having your name included on the new eligible list, you will need to apply for this exam within the filing period and successfully complete all phases of the testing process. Questions regarding this process can be directed to the Test Center at 614-645-7439.
• The examination process will consist of
• a multiple-choice / forced-choice Experience Evaluation exam weighted 100%.
• The exam is expected to be administered in October 2026. Approved applicants will be notified by mail/email of their scheduled test date and time.
• All applicants must complete all phases of the testing process in order to receive a final score. The names of all candidates who pass this examination will remain on the eligible list for two years, unless the eligible list is replaced prior to or extended beyond the two years. If a candidate's name is certified and the candidate is to be considered for employment, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test.
• The certification process will be: Fixed Band
• The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits

• The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following: Medical Dental Vision Short-term Disability Life Insurance Wellness Program Tuition Reimbursement Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

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