Tennessee Valley Authority

Supervisor, Lead Shift Operations Generation - 518187

Gallatin, TN (On-site)

External - Posting Description Supervisor, Lead Shift Operations Generation - 518187 Organization: COO Department: Fossil Operations Work Location: Gallatin Fossil Plant Relocation: Relocation benefits are offered for this position and will be aligned with federal travel regulations. Posting Open: 2/11/2026 Posting Close: 2/18/2026 at 11:59 PM EST Salary: Competitive Position Purpose Plan and direct plant operations of all units, ensuring the shift activities are conducted in accordance with all applicable TVA policies, programs, and procedures; plant Technical Specifications; and Federal, state, and local regulation. Conduct safe and reliable operation of units ensuring that the safety and welfare of the plant staff and general public is never compromised. Job Dimensions Supervisory Responsibility — Manage and Oversee Shift Operation Supervisors and Operation Employees Budget Responsibility — Budget compliance for area of responsibility Principal Accountabilities Manages and prioritizes the day-to-day activities of Shift Operations. Provides functional supervisor and sets priorities for other groups as necessary to accomplish the plant operating objectives for the shift. Act as Site Emergency Director until properly relieved during emergency plan activation to ensure proper and timely notification of emergency response personnel, Federal authorities, and make protective action recommendations to state and local authorities where appropriate. Assures manning requirements are met to support Emergency Response. Act as the senior operations manager in absence of the Operations Manager, accountable for quality and operations performance. Resolve conflicts and adjust priorities as necessary to support safe and efficient plant operations. Conduct briefing for plant organizations and direct operating shift turnover to ensure continuity of operating priorities, objectives, and operations. Responsible for training, technical skills development, soft skills development and maintenance of qualifications for all subordinates. Maintain professional control and demeanor and appearance compatible with conducting business and safe plant operation. Responsible for disciplinary action, performance evaluations, and other human resource activities for those operations employees directly assigned. Other duties as assigned such as unit manager, outage specialist, procedures, and training. Conduct critical management observations that focus attention on sensitive work activities and reinforce desired worker behaviors. Promote an atmosphere of strong teamwork that creates an operational focus and environment on continued improvement of behaviors utilizing TVA Values and Leadership Principles. Maintain adherence to Conduct of Operation Procedures Establish performance directives and directs all process improvements with the following accountabilities: Incorporates best work management practices Directs team members in the resolution of team conflicts Directs self assessments of processes Addresses common site and fleet barriers Champions human performance tools and use Actively supports and uses corrective action tools Successful completion of required training and maintain up to date safety and regulatory training. Minimum Requirements Education — Bachelors in a technical field or equivalent education, training and experience Experience — Five (5) years experience in power plant operations with two (2) years experience in a supervisory capacity. S4 medical clearance, completion of Entry Qualification Requirements and Clearance Qualified are required. Unit operator experience. Responsible Employee status as defined by Power Operations Conduct Protective Tagging Procedure and Switchyard training are required. May be required to work assigned shift schedule. Certification/License, etc — N/A Knowledge/Skills/Abilities —Leadership skills and ability to direct employees. Must be able to communicate effectively with employees and management at all levels. Ability to be innovative and future focused; work well under pressure with changing priorities and effectively manage programs and personnel. Demonstrated negotiating and critical thinking skills. Candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance based on position / access requirements and essential job functions. Equal Employment Opportunity TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. Drug-Free Workplace All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). How To Claim Vet Preference If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position. How To Submit Documentation Upload documents in Step 7 of the application process. Email documents to [email protected] More information about preference eligibility and a link to form TVA 3595, can be found at https://www.tva.gov/Careers/Claiming-Veteran-Preference . If you have a question about preference eligibility, please email [email protected] .