Manager, Business Continuity

CenterPoint Energy
paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Houston
Mar 25, 2025
CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce. At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve. Job Summary TheBusiness Continuity Manager will serve a crucial enterprise leadership role that ensures the resilience and continuation of operations within the organization. This position will help strategically lead an enterprise-wide business continuity program in the company for impacts to any level of the organization. The Business Continuity Manager will be responsible for coordinating a framework and methodology for completion of continuity plans by CenterPoint Energy business units, coordinating training and testing of plans, and communicating business continuity matters by developing and maintaining strong relationships with business units, peers, and company leaders. The incumbent will manage a diverse team of qualified subject matter experts that will support the development of Business Impact Analysis (BIAs), Business Continuity Plans (BCPs), and other program elements. Essential Functions Developand implement a short- and long-term strategy that identifies critical business areas, functions, and applications to maintain continued operations of the company and develops plans. Serve as a subject matter expert in continuity programs and business continuity plan development. Establish governance structure to track and effectively manage cross functional continuity work across the company. Demonstrate expertise leading working groups on plan development consistent with best practices and frameworks. Establish and lead cross functional teams to ensure integration of individual efforts across line organizations are fully integrated into a corporate continuity strategy. Manage project controls system and budget formulation for the Business Continuity group. Organize budget input and track expenses, ensure that project control systems are in place, and provide project status. Develop strategies to identify critical functions for all operating units and develop business continuity plans to ensure strategies address the impact and maximum allowable outages of the functions are identified and properly planned for. Builds and maintains relationships with industry peers and industry organizations to understand trends and best practices; makes recommendations and communicate updates to stakeholders. Knowledgeable of all applicable regulatory requirements and impacts to EP&R. Education Description Bachelor'sdegree from an accredited college or university, advanced degree preferred. Experience Requires 5 or more years working in the areas of business continuity or resiliency. Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) certification preferred. Demonstrated experience in establishing and leading new initiatives that introduce cross organizational change Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's) Knowledgeof the laws and regulations governing business continuity. Experience performing management/leadership functions such as leading a team, participating in the selection process, and/or providing coaching to others. Experience developing and implementing technology to support business continuity decision making, preferably in a utility setting. Understanding of the electric and natural gas utilities industry sufficient to determine data sets and information needed to develop and maintain a leading business continuity program. Ability to create a vision and strategy that integrates the critical functions and needs of various business lines into an integrated corporate view. Experience in creating metrics to monitor the effectiveness of new continuity program elements to meet the company mission. Ability to effectively translate highly complex data sets into useful information for Senior Leaders. Skill in both verbal and written communication. Experience coaching employees on crafting, editing, proofreading detailed plans to convey information and processes to an executive audience. In addition to experience to write/create processes, procedures, plans, and guidelines for detailed operational tasks. Experience conducting performance reviews, disciplinary/corrective actions, and producing developmental plans for employees. Experience leading teams through stressful circumstances including during emergencies / crisis. Skill in the use of a computer and related software. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to analyze information needs that support decision making under emergency operating conditions that results in directing the course of action to be taken. Able to use PC software including proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, database management, graphics, and report writers. Able to prioritize work based on current information and concentrate efforts accordingly. Able to adapt quickly to changing demands and to demonstrate flexibility in the face of change or uncertainty. Able to interact with all levels of management and employees. Able to utilize strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with co-workers, customers, contractors and the community and exercise tact, diplomacy and good judgment even under stressful conditions. Able to motivate self, accomplish tasks and achieve goals with minimal supervision including self-directed learning. Performs related duties as assigned. We want you to know Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together. What we bring to you Competitive pay Paid training Benefits eligibility begins on your first day Transit subsidies Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution Job Type:Full Time Posting Start Date: 03/25/2025 Posting End Date: 04/15/2025 This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. 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