Program Manager- Business Continuity

What is a Program Manager- Business Continuity?

Under general supervision, the Program Manager- Business Continuity, assists in the development, maintenance, and implementation of all components of the Business Continuity Program (BCP) in adherence with industry standards and Central Hudson’s emergency response plans. The Program Manager may also assist with updating Gas, Electric and Hydro emergency response plans. 

What does a Program Manager-Business Continuity do?

• Serves as the Central Hudson Business Continuity Plan Subject Matter Expert

• Assists in the development, maintenance, and updates of comprehensive business continuity plans tailored to utility-specific risks, such as extreme weather, pandemics, and other man made or natural disasters

• Assists in the development, maintenance and updates of the Crisis Management Plan

• Collaborates with various stakeholders (IT, Security, HR, etc.) to ensure Business Continuity Plans information are current and accurate

• Performs annual audits of each stakeholder’s Business Continuity Plan

• Assists in the identification of gaps and vulnerabilities in planning capabilities

• Conducts annual exercises of appropriate Business Continuity Plans

• Conducts development workshops for stakeholders

• Provides critical feedback to stakeholders on the need for preparedness and risk mitigation

• Participates in industry workshops and forums to maintain industry standards and identify continuous improvement opportunities.

• Assists in various projects being performed in the Emergency Management Division.

• As a member of the Emergency Response team, accepts roles as required during gas and/or electric emergency preparation and response. The Program Manager – Business Continuity must be available outside of normal working hours to support the emergency response needs.

• Provides support for storm restoration efforts

What does it take to be a Program Manager-Business Continuity?

Required:

• Bachelors degree in Business, Risk Management, Emergency Management or related field. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an associate’s degree in Business, Risk Management, Emergency Management or related field and a minimum of 3 years of work experience in developing Business Continuity Plans, Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP), or Emergency Response Plans. In lieu of an associates degree, a high school diploma and 5 years of work experience in developing Business Continuity Plans, Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP), or Emergency Response Plans

• Strong interpersonal skills for interaction with both internal and external stakeholders

• Ability to work collaboratively with business leaders across all disciplines of the company

• Strong attention to detail

• Strong computer skills, including a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Office

• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills

• Valid driver’s license

Preferred:

• Five years of experience developing Business Continuity Plans, Continuity of Operations Plans or other Emergency Response Plans

• Gas and/or electric utility operation knowledge

• Familiarity with ISO 22301 “Security and Resilience – Business Continuity Management Systems”

Applications will be accepted until June 11, 2026

Pay range: $93,200-$130,400

Please go to https://www.cenhud.com/employment. Click the “Search Career Opportunities” button. Follow the directions to submit an application and upload your resume for the desired position.

Applications sent via e-mail and US Mail will not be accepted.  No phone calls or agencies, please.  All replies will be held in strict confidence.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, arrest or conviction record, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy-related condition, domestic violence victim status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance employment in individuals who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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