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Provides direction to a geographically dispersed leadership team (Regional Managers, Superintendents, and Supervisors) and is accountable for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of electric transmission and distribution assets within assigned service territories. This role reports to the Director, T&D Lines. \nServes as a key leader in emergency and storm response for T&D incidents, ensuring safe restoration of service and effective coordination with internal partners and external stakeholders. \nPartners closely with other Power Delivery functions (e.g., Major Projects/TDSIC and related groups) to ensure operations, maintenance, construction support, safety programs, and regulatory requirements are executed consistently on local transmission and distribution systems. \nSafety is a core value. The LOA Line Manager reinforces a strong safety culture by setting expectations, coaching leaders, and ensuring compliance with applicable standards, company procedures, and safe work practices to protect employees, contractors, and the public. \nEssential Functions\nLead geographically dispersed line operations teams to safely execute transmission and distribution operations, maintenance, and construction activities.\nChampion a strong safety and human performance culture; drive continuous improvement in safety metrics (e.g., OSHA recordables, lost work time), motor vehicle incidents, and field execution.\nEnsure work is performed in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal requirements (e.g., OSHA, EPA), company procedures, and accepted utility practices.\nEstablish clear expectations for accountability and authority; coach, develop, and evaluate leadership and hourly employees; recognize performance and address performance gaps.\nOversee operating and maintenance plans, work prioritization, schedules, milestones, and resource allocation to optimize reliability, risk reduction, and cost.\nDrive reliability and customer performance outcomes, including restoration commitments, CAIDI/ETR performance, and customer satisfaction objectives.\nProvide 24/7 leadership readiness and escalation support; coordinate restoration activities during outages, storms, and other emergencies, including major equipment or system events.\nDevelop, manage, and control O&M and capital budgets, including overtime and expense management; ensure financial stewardship and alignment to the strategic plan and Power Delivery mission.\nPartner with engineering, maintenance, and project teams to balance scope, schedule, and budget decisions and to ensure cross-functional alignment for system improvements and new business.\nSupport workforce planning by participating in selection and hiring decisions; recommend corrective action and separation when appropriate and consistent with policy and labor agreements.\nRepresent the organization on internal and external committees, audits, and working groups; attend training and seminars as required.\nServe as acting leader for the Director, T&D Lines as assigned.\nRequired Qualifications\nHigh school diploma or GED\nMinimum 12 years of progressive experience in the electric utility industry or a comparable technical field with increasing responsibility.\nMinimum 5 years of experience in electric transmission and distribution operations and/or maintenance.\nDemonstrated experience leading teams and leaders, managing budgets, meeting regulatory requirements, and driving safety performance.\nExperience leading an environment with represented employees.\nPreferred Additional Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree or higher in engineering or related technical discipline.\n2+ years of experience interacting directly with regulatory agencies.\nProject management experience, including scope, schedule, cost, and risk management.\nThis position may require extendedhours, including nights, weekends, and emergency/storm response. Additional physical demands and working conditions will be provided or discussed based on operational needs. \nThe preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for the position.\nAs a public utility, NiSource provides essential services to customers 24/7. Emergency needs can arise at various times throughout the year, including during storm season. Employees may be required to support emergency response efforts, which could include working outside normal hours or assisting with tasks outside of typical responsibilities.\nWork Authorization\nCandidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.\nWorkplace Connection\nWe value a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and able to do their best work. We encourage open dialogue, value different perspectives, and work collaboratively with employees, customers, and partners.\nWe recognize and respect the unique experiences people bring, including different backgrounds, cultures, and viewpoints. We treat others with professionalism and care, and we each play a part in creating a positive work environment.\nVeteran Hiring & Inclusion\nNiSource is proud to support veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses. We value the leadership, teamwork, and mission-focused experience the military community brings, and we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace with opportunities for professional growth and development.\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nNiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.\nBy applying, you may also be considered for other roles that match your skills and experience.\nADA Accommodations\nIf you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at  or 1-888-640-3320\nSafety Statement\nSafety is a core value at NiSource. Employees are expected to follow safety requirements, report hazards, and help maintain a safe environment for themselves and their coworkers.\nE-Verify\nNiSource participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program. 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