Power System Dispatcher
Develops, implements, and maintains a comprehensive training program to assure power system dispatchers are fully trained on NERC Standards; FERC Orders; and DOE/Western policies, procedures, and guidelines; and use of applicable tools. Develops, delivers and submits Individual Learning Activities (ILA) that meet the NERC Continuing Education Hour (CEH) criteria.Utilizes a systematic approach to training. Monitors and ensures initial training and testing, and ongoing training of power system dispatch staff is accomplished to meet and maintain NERC System Operator Certification requirements. Utilizes operator training simulation technology in exercises for power system dispatchers, including restoration and blackstart scenarios. Builds training scenarios for dispatchers to simulate possible real time critical operating conditions.Serves as mentor and overseer to dispatcher interns for duration of the intern's training program. Plans, monitors, implements, conducts one-on-one training as needed, and provides all manner of training guidance to meet the training needs of the dispatcher intern. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSA qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service. Specialized Experience Requirements for the AD-5 LevelTo qualify for the AD-5 level, you must have 1 year of:
Power system operator experience, equivalent to the AD-4 level (journey), with centralized SCADA/EMS control and decision-making responsibilities to maintain adherence to NERC reliability standards of a power system with 100-kV or higher voltage transmission lines, substations, and interconnections to other utilities; or Engineering experience as either EI (Engineering Intern), EIT (Engineer in Training) or PE (Professional Engineer), equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in power system design, planning, maintenance, construction, SCADA, EMS, or operations; or Instructor/teaching experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in power system design, planning, maintenance, construction, SCADA, EMS, or operations. Use of NERC's Systematic Approach to Training (SAT), or other equivalent training models, is preferable. Your application and resume should demonstrate that you possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs). Do not provide a separate narrative written statement. Rather, you must describe in your application how your past work experience demonstrates that you possess the KSAs identified below. Cite specific examples of employment or experience contained in your resume and describe how this experience has prepared you to successfully perform the duties of this position. DO NOT write see resume in your application! Knowledge of interconnected power system equipment and characteristics. Knowledge of power system Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition-type equipment (SCADA), Automatic Generation Control (AGC), Energy Management System (EMS), power scheduling programs, power system tagging programs, Open Access Same-time Information System (OASIS), etc.; Knowledge of FERC, NERC, and DOE/WAPA compliance requirements. 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.CTAP/ICTAP candidates:
To be considered well qualified you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Power system operator experience, equivalent to the AD-4 level (journey), with centralized SCADA/EMS control and decision-making responsibilities to maintain adherence to NERC reliability standards of a power system with 100-kV or higher voltage transmission lines, substations, and interconnections to other utilities; or Engineering experience as either EI (Engineering Intern), EIT (Engineer in Training) or PE (Professional Engineer), equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in power system design, planning, maintenance, construction, SCADA, EMS, or operations; or Instructor/teaching experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in power system design, planning, maintenance, construction, SCADA, EMS, or operations. Use of NERC's Systematic Approach to Training (SAT), or other equivalent training models, is preferable. Your application and resume should demonstrate that you possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs). Do not provide a separate narrative written statement. Rather, you must describe in your application how your past work experience demonstrates that you possess the KSAs identified below. Cite specific examples of employment or experience contained in your resume and describe how this experience has prepared you to successfully perform the duties of this position. DO NOT write see resume in your application! Knowledge of interconnected power system equipment and characteristics. Knowledge of power system Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition-type equipment (SCADA), Automatic Generation Control (AGC), Energy Management System (EMS), power scheduling programs, power system tagging programs, Open Access Same-time Information System (OASIS), etc.; Knowledge of FERC, NERC, and DOE/WAPA compliance requirements. 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.CTAP/ICTAP candidates:
To be considered well qualified you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
- Department:
0303 Miscellaneous Clerk And Assistant - Salary Range:
$144,916 to $166,500 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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