Power System Dispatcher

Job Description

This position is part of the WAPA-RMR-Rocky Mountain Region. As a Power System Dispatcher, you will be responsible for the real-time operations of Bulk Power Systems (BPS) performing real-time actions during normal and emergency conditions to ensure the stable and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System (BES).

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: For the AD-03 level - A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level [AD-02/GS-09] in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting at least one of the following: Operating power systems with centralized SCADA/EMS control for high-voltage power lines and substations, OR Operating power plants or control centers, including direct SCADA control of multiple, remotely operated power plants, OR Monitoring the OATi webTrans system and processing electronic tags in accordance with NERC standards, which includes verifying transmission path validity, sufficient transmission allocation, and reasonable ramp times and durations. This also involves monitoring the OATi webOASIS system and processing Transmission Service Requests (TSRs) according to FERC guidelines, ensuring TSRs are within the available transfer capability (ATC) limits of the path and meet appropriate timing requirements. For the AD-04 level - A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level [AD-03/GS-11] in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting at least one of the following: Operating OASIS and responding to transmission service requests, in accordance with established timing requirements. Verifying Total Transfer Capability (TTC) and updates Available Transfer Capability (ATC), as necessary, OR Administering energy tag requests in accordance with applicable business practices, including those of entities for which tagging services are provided, OR Evaluating transmission outages, either scheduled or forced, to determine their effect on scheduling and makes changes, delays, or cancellations as appropriate. "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. Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications.

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you MUST provide a complete application package which includes: Your two (2) page RESUME showing all relevant work experience (paid and unpaid) including: duties performed; full name and address of the each employer; start and end dates (month/day/year); work schedule (part-time, full-time, number of hours if intermittent); salary; and any completed education and training (program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date). Transcripts, if specific educational requirements are indicated in this job announcement. Unofficial transcripts or any report listing institution, course title, credits earned (semester or quarter hour) and final grade is acceptable. It is your responsibility to provide adequate proof that you meet the educational requirements. Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable, DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; current active duty members- certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter. For more information visit the USAJOBS Help Center & OPM CHCOC website for VOW information. Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable (e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.) For more information see the OPM Guide to Career Transition. Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.

Department Information

Agency

Western Area Power Administration

Department

Department of Energy

Location

Phoenix, Arizona, Arizona, United States

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