Power Utility Market Initiative and Policy Manager

Position Description

Tacoma Power's Power Management division is looking for a Market Initiative and Policy Manager to join their Energy Resource Planning & Evaluation team. In this role you will shape an overarching centralized markets strategy for Tacoma Power based on quantitative and qualitative analyses, collaborative development and use of optimization models, and deep understanding of market options and rules. This position also guides and oversees the development of Power Management’s public policy and legislative strategy.

The Power Management section is responsible for managing the operation and optimization of Tacoma Power’s resource portfolio and maximizing the value of our interactions with the wholesale energy market on a 24/7 basis. Tacoma Power expects about $40M to $100M per year from selling surplus energy into the wholesale power market. The nature and complexity of the market has changed and will continue to do so with the emergence of centralized markets.

This position will represent or help ensure representation of Tacoma Power in multiple western forums such as the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) Extended Day-Ahead Market (EDAM) initiative, the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) Markets + initiative, the Western Power Pool’s Western Resource Adequacy Program (WRAP) initiative, and the Western Markets Exploratory Group (WMEG) initiative. In addition, this position will maintain an understanding of Washington State legislation and existing policy that has the potential to impact power utilities.

Utility decision-making will be heavily influenced by emerging policy at the state, regional and federal levels. Improving Tacoma Power’s ability to influence public energy policy will both increase customer benefits and minimize customer harm. This position will guide the development of Power Management’s public policy strategy and work with other Tacoma Power groups to coordinate and represent Tacoma Power’s policy positions at the state, regional, and federals levels.

Responsibilities Include:

• Represent Tacoma Power in western centralized markets forums - such as CAISO EDAM, SPP Markets +, and WMEG.
• Participate in the WRAP Forward Showing Workgroup and/or Operations Workgroup.
• Develop strong working relationships with leaders from other utilities, marketers, and trade-groups.
• Represent Tacoma Power in select legislative rule makings and associated trade-group meetings.
• Develop a deep understanding of market / program / legislation mechanics.
• Collaborate with Operations & Trading on trading strategies in bilateral and centralized markets.
• Understand, distill, and communicate information of potential future business processes to stakeholders and executive management and seek direction from executive management on Tacoma Power’s position on markets issues as appropriate.
• Work closely with Transmission and Distribution on market issues - particularly the System Operations and System Planning functions.
• Help guide Power Management’s public policy strategy.
• Develop an understanding of Tacoma Power's interests in ongoing energy policy and rulemaking forums including their impact on utility operations and customer rates.
• Skillfully negotiate with utility stakeholders in support of utility policy positions
• Work collaboratively with other Tacoma Power staff on energy policy analysis to ensure a common understanding of the external energy policy environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Education*

• Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Project Management or directly related field

Minimum Experience*

• 6 years of power utility experience directly related to area of assignment, including 1 year of experience as a lead, supervisor or manager.

*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

This recruitment is being managed by Elise Drennen if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn!

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

Tacoma Power
Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 180,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town.

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Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.

Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.

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The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 11/26/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

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