Power Systems Analyst

Under general direction, positions in this series perform responsible analytical, technical and professional duties used in the operation of a municipal electric utility.
Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:
Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and highest ethical standards.
Ensures the scheduling of all physical electrical energy so as not to exceed any generation capacity limits or transmission line limits.
Monitors power resource availability and recommends alternatives to the Energy Marketer/Trader; coordinates forward and day-ahead wholesale power scheduling activities with counterparties and control areas; creates and/or approves North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) e-tags as needed.
Monitors planned and unplanned maintenance activities and outages; coordinates and communicates resource availability/curtailments, path restrictions, and line outages for trading, scheduling and planning purposes.
Verifies, inputs, and adjusts physical flows and financial volumes into the City's Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) system.
Verifies accuracy of portfolio. Assists with daily position preparation and makes wheeling arrangements with other entities within contract limits.
Directs personnel on matters pertaining to power contracts, power schedules, transmission line curtailments, availability of energy resources and energy pricing, both orally and in written form.
Updates volumes and settlement prices associated with wholesale transactions in the ETRM system as necessary after real-time operations, and assists in resolving data discrepancies in a timely manner.
Supports monthly settlements by Glendale Water and Power (GWP) energy purchases and sales, in coordination with other electric utilities, non-utility generators, natural gas producers & transporters, marketers, and brokers.
Performs accounting and reporting functions related to energy transactions, such as audits/approval of invoices for power, gas, transmission, and environmental commodity purchases and sales.
Monitors contract compliance and investigates/prepares reports on specific requests and complaints pertaining to energy transactions and power generation.
Prepares short-term and long-term forecasts for peak demand, power system energy & fuel requirements, and sales & revenue requirements.
Develops price forecasts for the power supply and fuel budgets.
Supports and provides input to complex power system studies, such as, the Integrated Resource Plan and Demand Side Management Programs.
Develops and maintains operational databases in high level computer languages as required to support the needs of the resource planning process.
Maintains records and completes reports as required for local, state, and federal agencies.
Coordinates operation and engineering personnel for the installation and maintenance of the Power Scheduling and Accounting System, control systems for the power plant, and other computer systems.
Prepares monthly and annual reports on financial analyses, power operations, power purchases/sales, and power consumption for Division Management and the Glendale Water & Power Commission.
Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of this position are performed in a safe, efficient manner.
Drives on City business as necessary.
Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.
Responsible for increasing responsibility for data analysis required for state and federal regulatory compliance.
Ensures accuracy and timeliness of regulatory reporting, including reports to the Balancing Authority.
Represents GWP at external functions and work groups.

Experience with contracts administration, power scheduling, settlements, or managing regulatory compliance programs is highly desirable.

Exceptional Customer Service Policy
The City of Glendale places a high importance on quality customer service and prides itself for the high level of services it provides by every employee of the organization. As employees of the City of Glendale, we are committed to providing our diverse community and each other with courteous, considerate, and personal attention.
Please click on the link to read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy. EVALUATION OF APPLICATION: All applications, resumes and submitted reference materials will be reviewed and evaluated and only the best-qualified candidates based on applicable experience will be invited to the selection process.
ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight of 100%) To evaluate the applicants' experience, education, knowledge, and skills for the position.
Candidates must pass each exam component with a minimum score of 70.00% in order to be placed on the eligible list.
TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED. Any evaluation will be based on the candidates' education and experience as related to the position. Any examination will be to evaluate the candidates' education, experience, knowledge and skills for the position. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the above stated examination components and/or weights. Should this be necessary, the candidates will be notified of the specific examination components and weights prior to the administration of any examination. The selected candidate will be subjected to a background check including Livescan fingerprinting. The City of Glendale conforms with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. The Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of special needs at least five days prior to the first test part so that a reasonable accommodation may be made. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Glendale requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity. Employment Type: Salaried - Full-time