Seattle City Light
Position Overview
AMI Program Advisor
– Seattle City Light, Temporary, benefits, ending 12/31/2027 Seattle City Light is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities with a focus on affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound electricity. The Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) program seeks a subject matter expert and strategic partner to guide technical projects that directly impact customer experience, operational effectiveness, and long‑term financial sustainability.
Reporting & Compensation Reports to the Technical Metering Operations Manager. Salary range: $50.08 – $75.12 per hour. Benefits include vacation, holiday and sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life and long‑term disability insurance and all other employee benefits available through the City of Seattle.
Job Responsibilities
Subject Matter Expert for AMI meter exchange and related customer policies.
Advise senior leadership on metering operations, billing systems, regulatory compliance, and customer programs such as Time‑of‑Use rates.
Influence policy and operational decisions that affect energy service delivery, safety, customer service and revenue generation.
Lead the planning and execution of ongoing AMI meter exchange and upgrade projects across the service territory.
Coordinate work related to meter ordering, storage, customer communications, account setup, work requests and opt‑out processing.
Ensure projects align with City Light’s operational and customer service priorities, including remote disconnect/reconnect functionality.
Assist in managing the AMI program’s CIP budget and provide financial recommendations to leadership.
Forecast AMI meter purchases, contract needs and program costs.
Monitor financial impacts and ensure continuity of operations.
Serve as the key conduit between SCL operations and the Customer Business Unit.
Communicate program direction, policy impacts and operational updates with internal teams, customers and external partners.
Represent Seattle City Light in discussions with other utilities, committees and safety organizations.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and five years of experience in Engineering and/or Computer Science, or Project Management.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.
Desired Qualifications
Strong project management background.
Experience with managing budgets and maintaining financial reports.
Experience with contract management and purchase forecasting.
Background in creating and executing safety strategies, maintaining relationships with other utilities, committee participation and active focus on safety.
Experience with AMI metering systems & programs.
Work Environment & Physical Demands Office environment. Current valid state issued driver’s license required. Out‑of‑state license holders must obtain a WA state license within 30 days of hire.
Application Process
A cover letter describing how knowledge, experience, skills and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications.
A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans and those with diverse life experiences. Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check and a driving history review. Applicants will be given an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
Additional Information The full salary range for this position is $50.08 to $75.12 per hour. The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long‑term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City’s website at
https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans . Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page:
https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers .
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– Seattle City Light, Temporary, benefits, ending 12/31/2027 Seattle City Light is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities with a focus on affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound electricity. The Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) program seeks a subject matter expert and strategic partner to guide technical projects that directly impact customer experience, operational effectiveness, and long‑term financial sustainability.
Reporting & Compensation Reports to the Technical Metering Operations Manager. Salary range: $50.08 – $75.12 per hour. Benefits include vacation, holiday and sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life and long‑term disability insurance and all other employee benefits available through the City of Seattle.
Job Responsibilities
Subject Matter Expert for AMI meter exchange and related customer policies.
Advise senior leadership on metering operations, billing systems, regulatory compliance, and customer programs such as Time‑of‑Use rates.
Influence policy and operational decisions that affect energy service delivery, safety, customer service and revenue generation.
Lead the planning and execution of ongoing AMI meter exchange and upgrade projects across the service territory.
Coordinate work related to meter ordering, storage, customer communications, account setup, work requests and opt‑out processing.
Ensure projects align with City Light’s operational and customer service priorities, including remote disconnect/reconnect functionality.
Assist in managing the AMI program’s CIP budget and provide financial recommendations to leadership.
Forecast AMI meter purchases, contract needs and program costs.
Monitor financial impacts and ensure continuity of operations.
Serve as the key conduit between SCL operations and the Customer Business Unit.
Communicate program direction, policy impacts and operational updates with internal teams, customers and external partners.
Represent Seattle City Light in discussions with other utilities, committees and safety organizations.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and five years of experience in Engineering and/or Computer Science, or Project Management.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.
Desired Qualifications
Strong project management background.
Experience with managing budgets and maintaining financial reports.
Experience with contract management and purchase forecasting.
Background in creating and executing safety strategies, maintaining relationships with other utilities, committee participation and active focus on safety.
Experience with AMI metering systems & programs.
Work Environment & Physical Demands Office environment. Current valid state issued driver’s license required. Out‑of‑state license holders must obtain a WA state license within 30 days of hire.
Application Process
A cover letter describing how knowledge, experience, skills and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications.
A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans and those with diverse life experiences. Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check and a driving history review. Applicants will be given an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
Additional Information The full salary range for this position is $50.08 to $75.12 per hour. The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long‑term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City’s website at
https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans . Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page:
https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers .
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