Southwest Power Pool in
Day-Ahead Operator - Sr, III, II or I
Southwest Power Pool in, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208
Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is about more than power. We’re about the power of relationships. Our employees have the opportunity to work together to ensure electricity is delivered reliably and affordably to the millions of people living in our service territory. We have been voted one of Arkansas’ Best Places to work by Arkansas Business and we are looking for a member of our team who is passionate about our mission to keep the lights on!
We have a core ideology here at SPP that we stand by: Do the right thing, for the right reason, in the right way.
We believe in supporting our employees through a fantastic benefits package:
Competitive and transparent pay with bonus opportunities
Excellent insurance package including three great medical plans to choose from, employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
Relocation bonus (if applicable)
Hybrid working environment for positions that are eligible
Fantastic contributions to your retirement through a 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits and a pension (defined benefit plan) fully funded by SPP
PLEASE NOTE:SPP is not able to sponsor employment visas or student-work authorizations (STEM OPT) for this position. Please ensure you are eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship prior to applying. COMPENSATION INFORMATION The salary range(s) represents our good faith estimate for the role at this time. While we strive to provide competitive and transparent compensation, there may be circumstances where an offer is above or outside of the listed range. We are open to discussing salary expectations with qualified candidates considering factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and geographic location will all be considered during the hiring process.
Day-Ahead Operator III – Pay Range $85,800 - $109,450
Day-Ahead Operator II - Pay Range $68,600 - $85,750
Day-Ahead Operator I - Pay range $62,500 - $76,550
As a Day-Ahead Operator you will: Be an integral part of our team, administering essential financial and reliability-related functions within the Integrated Marketplace. The role requires close collaboration with other teams, exceptional communication skills, and a strong understanding of market operations. You will play a key role in market functions like Day-ahead Market (DAMKT), Day-ahead Reliability Unit Commitment (DARUC), and Multi-day Forecast (MDFC). This is a great opportunity for professionals with a strong foundation in the Bulk Electric System and a passion for ensuring grid reliability.
Key Responsibilities:
Day-ahead Market (DAMKT):
Manage market functions used for hedging price volatility and setting offer/bid schedules one day in advance.
Day-ahead Reliability Unit Commitment (DARUC):
Drive additional resource commitments to meet system needs for the remainder of the current day and one day in advance.
Multi-day Forecast (MDFC):
Provide additional non-binding energy prices and resource commitments up to 4 days in advance.
As a Day-Ahead Operator, you will also be responsible for:
Learning tariff and market rules and ensuring compliance with all governing documentation.
Supporting and running primary desk functions using available tools.
Verifying inputs for completeness and accuracy in the execution of market functions.
Running primary desk functions within required parameters and timeframes.
Verifying results for completeness and accuracy.
Collaborating and communicating effectively across teams.
Triage system concerns and deploy appropriate support staff when necessary.
Testing primary desk functions as needed.
Providing recommendations for process and procedural improvements.
Exercising discretion in decision-making and understanding the impacts of those decisions across functions.
Assisting management with ad-hoc projects and analyses.
Test newly developed functionality and provide meaningful feedback
Mentor less tenured staff, challenging others to a high level of accountability
Lead team coordination in change efforts
To be successful in the role we're looking for:
High school diploma or equivalent
Sr. Day-Ahead Operator - Eight (8) years combined experience as Operator I, II, or equivalent industry experience
Day-Ahead Operator III - Three (3) years combined experience as Operator I, II, or equivalent industry experience
Day-Ahead Operator II - One (1) year experience as Operator I or equivalent industry experience
NERC System Operator certification, or the ability to secure such certification within three months of employment
Ability to make decisions with very little direct supervision required
Motivation to take appropriate action when required
Ability to work with a broad spectrum of individuals with diverse interests when resolving problems
Work a 10X7 rotating shift which will include weekends and holidays
Understanding of and compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures
Preferred:
Bachelor’s degree in technical field, such as electrical engineering
Knowledge of SPP Criteria, SPP OATT, Market Protocols, NERC Operating Policies, scheduling practices and pro forma tariff procedures widely practiced in the industry
Working knowledge of databases and/or software development
Understanding of energy market mechanisms and settlements
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Travel Requirement:
This position requires minimal travel (approximately 5%
SPP is an Affimative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at HR@spp.org and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Full job descriptions will be made available to those selected for an interview.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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We have a core ideology here at SPP that we stand by: Do the right thing, for the right reason, in the right way.
We believe in supporting our employees through a fantastic benefits package:
Competitive and transparent pay with bonus opportunities
Excellent insurance package including three great medical plans to choose from, employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
Relocation bonus (if applicable)
Hybrid working environment for positions that are eligible
Fantastic contributions to your retirement through a 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits and a pension (defined benefit plan) fully funded by SPP
PLEASE NOTE:SPP is not able to sponsor employment visas or student-work authorizations (STEM OPT) for this position. Please ensure you are eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship prior to applying. COMPENSATION INFORMATION The salary range(s) represents our good faith estimate for the role at this time. While we strive to provide competitive and transparent compensation, there may be circumstances where an offer is above or outside of the listed range. We are open to discussing salary expectations with qualified candidates considering factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and geographic location will all be considered during the hiring process.
Day-Ahead Operator III – Pay Range $85,800 - $109,450
Day-Ahead Operator II - Pay Range $68,600 - $85,750
Day-Ahead Operator I - Pay range $62,500 - $76,550
As a Day-Ahead Operator you will: Be an integral part of our team, administering essential financial and reliability-related functions within the Integrated Marketplace. The role requires close collaboration with other teams, exceptional communication skills, and a strong understanding of market operations. You will play a key role in market functions like Day-ahead Market (DAMKT), Day-ahead Reliability Unit Commitment (DARUC), and Multi-day Forecast (MDFC). This is a great opportunity for professionals with a strong foundation in the Bulk Electric System and a passion for ensuring grid reliability.
Key Responsibilities:
Day-ahead Market (DAMKT):
Manage market functions used for hedging price volatility and setting offer/bid schedules one day in advance.
Day-ahead Reliability Unit Commitment (DARUC):
Drive additional resource commitments to meet system needs for the remainder of the current day and one day in advance.
Multi-day Forecast (MDFC):
Provide additional non-binding energy prices and resource commitments up to 4 days in advance.
As a Day-Ahead Operator, you will also be responsible for:
Learning tariff and market rules and ensuring compliance with all governing documentation.
Supporting and running primary desk functions using available tools.
Verifying inputs for completeness and accuracy in the execution of market functions.
Running primary desk functions within required parameters and timeframes.
Verifying results for completeness and accuracy.
Collaborating and communicating effectively across teams.
Triage system concerns and deploy appropriate support staff when necessary.
Testing primary desk functions as needed.
Providing recommendations for process and procedural improvements.
Exercising discretion in decision-making and understanding the impacts of those decisions across functions.
Assisting management with ad-hoc projects and analyses.
Test newly developed functionality and provide meaningful feedback
Mentor less tenured staff, challenging others to a high level of accountability
Lead team coordination in change efforts
To be successful in the role we're looking for:
High school diploma or equivalent
Sr. Day-Ahead Operator - Eight (8) years combined experience as Operator I, II, or equivalent industry experience
Day-Ahead Operator III - Three (3) years combined experience as Operator I, II, or equivalent industry experience
Day-Ahead Operator II - One (1) year experience as Operator I or equivalent industry experience
NERC System Operator certification, or the ability to secure such certification within three months of employment
Ability to make decisions with very little direct supervision required
Motivation to take appropriate action when required
Ability to work with a broad spectrum of individuals with diverse interests when resolving problems
Work a 10X7 rotating shift which will include weekends and holidays
Understanding of and compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures
Preferred:
Bachelor’s degree in technical field, such as electrical engineering
Knowledge of SPP Criteria, SPP OATT, Market Protocols, NERC Operating Policies, scheduling practices and pro forma tariff procedures widely practiced in the industry
Working knowledge of databases and/or software development
Understanding of energy market mechanisms and settlements
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Travel Requirement:
This position requires minimal travel (approximately 5%
SPP is an Affimative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at HR@spp.org and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Full job descriptions will be made available to those selected for an interview.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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