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Manager of MISO Market & Power System Operations
Southern Minnesota Municipal Power Agency generates and transmits reliable, fairly-priced, and environmentally responsible wholesale electricity to its 17 non-profit, municipally-owned member utilities in Minnesota. We also provide programs and services to help our members’ customers use energy wisely.
$140,173-$175,216 midpoint - $210,259, depending on experience.
Full time
This wholesale utility is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Manager of MISO Market & Power System Operations to oversee the operations of the system Balancing Area and management of the resource dispatching functions. This role involves comprehensive knowledge of Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) requirements, tariff provisions and effective interfacing with The Energy Authority (TEA). In addition, this position will oversee the operations of various computer controls, metering, and communication systems.
Key Responsibilities:
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Responsible for tracking and understanding the rules and requirements of the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) wholesale market.
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Manages day-to-day coordination of wholesale resource marketing activities.
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Responsible for supervising the daily operations of the system Balancing Area.
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Ensures full compliance with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC), Midwest Reliability Organization (MRO) and MISO and other federal and state Agencies and regulations.
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Oversees the operation of the Agency’s 24-hour operations center.
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Supports the development of long-term strategies to meet Agency resource requirements and provides input to Executive team for the planning of those resources.
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A minimum of 5 years of utility experience, preferably in energy trading.
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Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to direct and support teams.
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Self-motivated, adaptive, able to work independently and shows initiative.
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Creates an orderly and efficient work environment .
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Exceptional communication and marketing skills.
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Knowledge of NERC, FERC, MRO, and MISO is preferred.
