Power Energy Scheduler



Power Energy Scheduler

Salary

$92,872.00 – $130,728.00 Annually

Location

Tacoma, WA

Job Type

Non-Classified

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

P1420-24

Department

Power

Division

Power Management

Opening Date

10/01/2024

Closing Date

10/15/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

Description

Benefits

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Position Description

Tacoma Powers Power Management Resource Operations and Trading group is looking for a Power Energy Scheduler to join their team. In this role you will provide analytical and technical expertise for the wholesale trading and power scheduling functions. This position manages scheduling functions within a complex, evolving Energy Trading and Risk Management system and ensures complete, accurate, and compliant energy schedules and the associated financial attributes. This role attends internal and regional coordination meetings, prepares responses to data requests, and provides support on reliability compliance matters within scheduling and data reporting matters.

Responsibilities include:

Schedule transmission and generation resources, coordinating complicated resource operations and wholesale transactions between market counterparties, balancing authorities, traders and resource analysts

Capture and manage the financial and physical attributes of all wholesale power purchases, sales, transmission, reserves and ancillary services transactions and fees, within a continuously evolving industry, utilizing a complex, comprehensive and multifaceted secure Energy Trading and Risk Management capture system, reporting interface and database. Analyze and provide expert services to management in the development and refinement of the system

Maintain the Tacoma Power Balancing Authority reliability compliance with verification of hourly interchange schedules through the WECC Interchange Tool. Track down errors and enforce corrections within and outside of Tacoma Power prescheduling and Balancing Authority prior to close of business each day

Determine accuracy and reasonableness of Daily Packet documentation of trading and system operation activities; identify gaps or discrepancies; determine action(s) to resolve

Verify all financial and physical aspects of wholesale power purchases, sales, transmission, reserves, ancillary services and fees; confirm transaction details with counterparties; negotiate to resolve discrepancies when required

Determine validity of request for payments, ensuring accuracy and agreement of financial and payment term details. Verify invoices are logged and processed while meeting critical deadlines

Subject Matter Expert for several NERC/WECC Reliability Standard requirements pertaining to settlements and reconciliations. Provide accurate and complete evidence of compliance for Internal and Regulatory audits; write and submit comprehensive responses for Reliability Audit Worksheet requirements and Data Requests. Meet all Reliability & Compliance timelines

Qualifications

Minimum Education

Bachelors degree in Engineering, Economics, Business or Public Administration or directly related field.

Minimum Experience

2 years in power energy markets or accounting.

Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

This recruitment is being managed by Elise Drennen if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn!

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Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.

Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Tacomas diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacomas entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

Tacoma Power

Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve more than 180,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, youll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town.

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For assistance with the NEOGOV application process, questions regarding this job announcement, or if you are experiencing complications while applying, please contact the Human Resources office at 253-591-5400 by 4:00 pm of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow time to assist you before the job announcement closes. (For technical difficulties using the NeoGov system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time.)

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

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Do you have a Bachelors degree in Engineering, Economics, Business or Public Administration or directly related field? Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

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Do you have 2 years in power energy markets or accounting?

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