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Transmission Services Program Manager

Columbus, NE, US, 68602-0499 Norfolk, NE, US, 68701-7227 York, NE, US, 68467-0608 Kearney, NE, US, 68848-2170

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Transmission Services Program Manager located at the Columbus General Office in Columbus, NE(preferred), York Operations Center in York, NE, Norfolk Operations Center in Norfolk, NE, or the Kearney Operations Center in Kearney, NE.  Position closes June 11 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time. 

 

This position will report to the System Planning & Transmission Business Manager.

Position Summary

The incumbent provides direction and leadership in the planning and coordination of all transmission activities and tasks associated with NPPD membership in Southwest Power Pool’s (SPP) Regional Transmissions Organization (RTO), as well as providing leadership on the transmission congestion hedging oversite team.

 

This position provides overall direction, leadership, planning and coordination of the District’s Team negotiating Generator Interconnection Agreements and other SPP Transmission Service agreements.  This includes all aspects of related District processes associated with Deposit contractual administration. This Position will serve as the single point of contact / gatekeeper for all Generator Interconnection agreement related activities including development of Joint Transmission Development Agreements and Operation & Maintenance Agreements.

 

The incumbent will interact with different Departments within NPPD as well as externally with the SPP, other Utilities, and Stakeholder Groups on administration of and proposed changes to the SPP transmission tariff.  The Incumbent will represent NPPD at SPP Stakeholder meetings, presenting NPPD perspective and position on relevant issues. The expected result is to influence the policies developed during the stakeholder process to best represent NPPD’s long-range interests and those of our customers. The incumbent must be an excellent communicator, analyzer, and capable of effective external collaboration. The incumbent must be capable of taking a holistic view of the RTO Policy needs of the Business Unit and aid other NPPD representatives in making effective RTO policy decisions. The incumbent will provide subject matter expertise for FERC transmission related filings and interventions.  
 

Education, Training and Experience

 

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, finance, economics, business, or a technical field of study plus 5 years Electric Utility experience

 

OR 


Associate degree in a related field plus 10 years’ Electric Utility experience is required.  

 

Graduate degree in finance, economics, or business is preferred.

 

Prior Related Experience:

Electric Utility experience in Transmission and Distribution Operations, Energy Supply, Nuclear or Transmission Tariff administration, rates, contacts and agreements, or financial reporting is required. Proven demonstrated leadership, analysis, and communication skills required. The incumbent must be capable of taking a holistic view of the RTO Policy needs of the entire NPPD enterprise and aid other Stakeholders in making effective risk-informed decisions.  Prior related experience with the SPP stakeholder process and/or FERC regulatory filings is preferred.
 

Licenses and/or Certifications

NA

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Focus on the District’s RTO policy strategies and implementation thereof by working with the various Leaders of NPPD’s Production, and Delivery business units, as well as with external entities and stakeholders for all emergent and ongoing issues.

 

Point of contact for all Generator Interconnection Agreement activities, encompassing multiple Business Units. That level of expertise is demonstrated through mentoring of peers, improving business unit processes, and optimizing the effectiveness of the District’s GIA negotiation. Incumbent will be required to provide guidance and leadership for the District’s Generator Interconnection agreement process, Joint Transmission Development Agreements, and Operation & Maintenance agreements.

 

Provides review and approval of all Congestion hedging activities as a part of NPPD’s congestion hedging oversite team in accordance with approved Risk Oversite Policy.


Act as District’s subject matter expert on SPP transmission tariff and revision requests to SPP tariff.  Provide review and guidance on proposed Revision Requests to the SPP tariff and communicate internally to NPPD and with aligned utilities in developing a shared response to common issues.

 

Provide input on related FERC filing activities. Provide review and guidance on the impact of related FERC filings on NPPD.  Review and approve transmission billing from SPP and Mint. Participate and provide input to NPPD teams focusing on new requirements or opportunities such as FERC 2222, IIJA (Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act), IRA (Inflation Reduction Act) or Joint Targeted Interconnection Queue (JTIQ).  Participate and provide input to SPP working groups or committees.

 

The incumbent is empowered to make decisions within established process guidelines to resolve related issues and to represent NPPD externally regarding RTO Policy issues to facilitate overall Enterprise success.
 

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Customer Focus
Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion
Integrity/Excellence
Public Service/Environmental Stewardship
Safety

Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.  Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.

Pay Grade - 15 Monthly

Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $9,155.00  - $11,673.00

 

Travel Required: Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska)  Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.

 

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

Customers around the state know what to expect from NPPD — quality, reliability and performance excellence. Our values also extend to the way we take care of our employees and their families. We remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people in an ever-changing world.

Salary

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary listed in posting, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.

Retirement Savings

NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee’s hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing.

Health & Wellness

At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles.

Other Benefits

Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service. We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave. All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee. NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.

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