Job Summary
This position will oversee the electric line organization and electric transmission vegetation management to ensure safe, reliable, cost-effective, and operationally efficient delivery of electric service. The role provides leadership across line operations, system maintenance, emergency response, and vegetation programs that directly support transmission reliability, regulatory compliance, public safety, and customer satisfaction.
The Director leads multiple departments, including line operations and the Vegetation Management organization, and is responsible for directing managers and teams to deliver consistent performance, effective contractor oversight, and disciplined financial management. The role ensures adequate resources are in place to support emergency and storm response efforts aimed at reducing customer interruptions as measured by CAIDI, SAIFI, and SAIDI.
This position drives optimal spans of control, promotes consistency and collaboration across operational functions, and reduces costs through shared resources, standardized tools, and effective planning. The Director is ultimately accountable for managing operational and regulatory risk, developing and executing electric line and vegetation strategies, and ensuring company assets are utilized in alignment with corporate goals of providing safe, reliable, and low-cost service to customers.
Essential Functions
Leads and directs management teams, including the Manager of Vegetation Management and their team, ensure alignment with operational priorities, performance expectations, and strategic objectives.
Oversees contracted crews performing line and vegetation work to ensure quality workmanship, safety performance, and compliance with engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and internal specifications
Manages Operations & Maintenance (O&M) and Capital budgets, including forecasting, cost control, and adherence to approved financial plans
Oversees work planning, scheduling, and quality control processes to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and on time
Oversees contractor selection, bid processes, contract administration, performance evaluations, compliance audits, and invoice approvals
Develops leaders and teams through coaching, performance management, training, and succession planning to support a lean and effective organization
Promotes the use of enabling technology, systems, and data tools to improve operational visibility, planning, and execution
Makes final operational decisions within assigned scope to balance safety, reliability, cost, and customer impact. Required Qualifications for Position
Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position
Professional credentials such as ISA Certified Arborist, Utility Specialist endorsement, Indiana Pesticide License, or PMP (preferred, not required)
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for the position. As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations. Work Authorization Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. Workplace Connection
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners. Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds. Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment. Equal Employment Opportunity
NiSource 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. By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities. ADA Accommodations If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.comor 1-888-640-3320
Safety Statement
Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits. E-Verify NiSourceparticipates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program. As part of this process, we provide the following notices to all job applicants: These documents inform you of your rights and responsibilities under U.S. law. You can view or download them using the links below:
- E-Verify Poster(English and Spanish) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish
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Salary Range*: $160,100.00 - $240,100.00
*The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity. Posting Start Date: 2026-03-19
Posting End Date (if applicable): 2026-03-19
Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
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NiSource Inc.
$160,100.00 - $240,100.00
Mar 20, 2026