Power System Coordinator

This position holds primary responsibility for the real time
monitoring, operation, and control of the Bulk Power Transmission system at MPC.
The applicant must already possess certification by
the North American Electric Reliability Council
(NERC) as a Transmission Operator or
Reliability Coordinator, in order to perform the
position's operational responsibilities.

Responsibilities include:
Minute-to-minute monitoring and control of the bulk electric
power system under normal system conditions.
Analysis and evaluation of the system,
determination of restoration actions and
implementation of those actions under
abnormal system conditions.
The ability to remain current in understanding and
implementation of all NERC compliance
standards.

Education Requirements:
Thorough understanding of the operation of an
electric system is necessary.

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering is
desirable (not required) and may be considered
in lieu of experience.

Experience Requirements:
Prior experience in Transmission Systems required (Substations, Transmission Lines, Operations, or Protection & Controls).
Extensive knowledge and/or experience in transmission system operations and characteristics is preferred.

Extensive knowledge and/or experience in substation
equipment and their operating characteristics
is preferred.

General knowledge and/or experience in generation control, system protection, and system control is desired.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
The successful candidate must possess:
thorough knowledge of interconnected power systems operations.
excellent written and oral communications skills.
Comprehensive computer skills in order to utilize numerous computer applications. The leadership and other interpersonal skills
required to work with other professionals in a
team environment.
the ability to handle multiple inputs and tasks at one time, prioritize
work and provide leadership during critical
system events. superior problem solving skills
and be comfortable making decisions with
limited input and extreme time constraints.

Other Requirements: This position requires
shift work on a rotational basis working shifts
which are 12 hours in length. Shifts include
days, nights, and weekends. Federal Energy
Regulatory Commission (FERC) Standard of
Conduct must be signed and adhered to. The
applicant must already possess certification by
the North American Electric Reliability Council
(NERC) as a Transmission Operator or
Reliability Coordinator, in order to perform the
position's operational responsibilities