Grid Operations Manager - RC West Operations (Hybrid)

Company Description

The California Independent System Operator (ISO) manages the flow of electricity across the high-voltage, long-distance power lines that make up 80 percent of California's power grid. We safeguard the economy and well-being of 30 million Californians by operating the grid reliably 24/7.

As the impartial grid operator, the California ISO opens access to the wholesale power market that is designed to diversify resources and lower prices. It also grants equal access to 25,865 circuit-miles of power lines and reduces barriers to diverse resources competing to bring power to customers.

The California ISO's function is often compared to that of air traffic controllers. It would be grossly unfair for air traffic controllers to represent one airline and profit from allowing that company's planes to go through before others. In the same way, the California ISO operates independently—managing the electron traffic on a power grid we do not own—making sure electricity is safely delivered to utilities and consumers on time and reliably.

Under the general direction of the Director, manages the integration and implementation of new and modified bulk electric changes that impact Reliability Coordination, WEIM, or California BA/TOP operators. Oversees and leads the development of requirements, documentation and readiness of real-time personnel, processes and technologies required to successfully integrate changes. Provides subject matter expertise and an operations perspective to cross divisional teams as new policies, market and grid functionality, and operational process improvements are developed. Partners with the Director and relevant Managers to provide technical guidance and direction to internal and external customers.

Qualifications Level of Education and Discipline:

A Bachelor's degree (BA, BS) or equivalent education, training or experience in Engineering (power system operations and/or electric generation operations), Economics, or related discipline. Master Degree preferred.

Equivalent years of education and training, plus ten (10) or more years related experience.

NERC Reliability Coordinator Certification required.

Experience as a Lead Operator at the California ISO or comparable position at a similar organization operating a Bulk Electric System in a Lead capacity. Project management experience. Proven knowledge and experience working with NERC, WECC, adjacent Balancing Authorities, and Transmission Operators.

Ability to think strategically and devise solutions to problems in keeping with multiple considerations. Excellent leadership and management abilities with experience coaching and developing others. Must demonstrate sound judgment and critical thinking when making decisions. Must be able to work effectively in a team environment as team leader, facilitator and team member. Strong analytical and quantitative skills required. Excellent interpersonal, communication and writing skills required, including the ability to effectively communicate complex materials and concepts. Must be able to handle a dynamic and changing work environment, and work well independently. Must be able to perform effectively under emergency and high-pressure situations.

The pay range for the Grid Operations Manager is $155,625 - $259,375 per year.