Public Utilities Specialist

Full Job Description

Join the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), Power Services (P), Power Scheduling Coordination (PTK), Power Contract Administration and Settlements (PTKC) organization!

We're seeking a Public Utilities Specialist to lead crucial energy contract management and environmental compliance reporting for long-term power sales and purchases.

If you're ready to drive significant impact in public utilities and shape the future of energy, this leadership role is for you!

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS A qualified candidate's resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-12) in the Federal service.

Specialized experience for this position is defined as experience 1) performing administrative and technical tasks for long-term power sales, purchases, or similar utility service contracts to ensure compliance with contract terms; and 2) using data systems to track contract activities, develop reports for performance monitoring; and 3) supporting the implementation of energy market policies or environmental attribute reporting.

This experience would typically be in or related to the work of the position to be filled and equivalent to the next lower grade level. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience.

Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations.

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration.

CTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Major Duties:

This position is within the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), Power Services (P), Bulk Power Marketing (PT), Power Scheduling Coordination (PTK), Power Contract Administration and Settlements (PTKC).

We are seeking an expert Public Utilities Specialist who will play a pivotal role in leading critical energy contract management, ensuring compliance, and driving essential environmental attribute reporting.

This is a unique opportunity to influence regional energy markets and advance BPA's commitment to sustainable power resources and reliable grid operation for the Pacific Northwest.

We are looking for highly qualified individuals eager to make a significant impact.

Your expertise will be crucial in these key areas: Lead Expert in High-Value Energy Contracts: Drive the administration of complex, long-term energy sales and purchase agreements, serving as a key expert within a vital team responsible for powering the region.

Strategic Regulatory Influence: Collaborate with leaders and other experts to shape responses to critical regulatory and legal reviews, directly impacting BPA's wholesale market activities and ensuring compliance.

Technical System Stewardship: Guide the technical development and integrity of essential contract management systems, ensuring robust data and operational excellence that underpins our energy transactions.

Data-Driven Decision Empowerment: Create and leverage data analytics tools to provide crucial insights, monitor performance, and inform strategic decisions across the organization.

Pioneering Policy Integration: Stay at the forefront of evolving energy policies and market regulations, integrating new rules into long-term contract administration and environmental reporting frameworks.

Compliance Leadership: Direct environmental attribute (e.g., greenhouse gas) reporting to state and regional agencies, ensuring BPA's adherence to regulatory obligations.

High-Impact Communication & Advocacy: Lead communication efforts, presenting complex contract administraion and regulation information to executives, customers, and external stakeholders, fostering understanding and collaboration.

Team Leadership & Mentorship: Guide and mentor contract administration staff, fostering expertise and ensuring the seamless execution of complex projects, helping others grow their skills.