DER Consumer Programs Lead: Strategy & Compliance

American Electric Power; San Benito (TX); Ibrido; USD 116.000 - 151.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

American Electric Power seeks a senior DER program leader to oversee planning, acquisition, implementation, evaluation and contract administration for DER consumer activities across multiple remote locations. You will supervise professional staff, coordinate with regulators, and align DER programs with corporate goals.

The role requires strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to manage budgets and drive customer engagement in a complex utility environment.

Competenze

• Minimum of 8 years' experience or a minimum of 3 years direct experience in DER related activities.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements for utility demand-side resource planning / acquisition / implementation.
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, verbal and written communications, and time / project management skills.
• Previous Supervisor and/or Management experience is strongly preferred.

Mansioni

• Oversee DER resource planning, acquisition and evaluation activities and approve final program design.
• Manage contractor selection, competitive bidding and related contracts.
• Oversee program promotion, implementation, training, measurement/verification, cost tracking and data collection.
• Coordinate with AEP central organization and sister utilities' DER staff to evaluate programs and provide support.
• Ensure meeting goals and objectives, including DER budget targets and improving customer engagement.
• Work with regulatory bodies and policy teams on DER strategies and external developments.
• Coach professional staff across multiple remote locations and ensure compliance with policies.
• Coordinate DER activities with AEP and operating company personnel and maintain knowledge of DER activities.

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in business, economics, engineering or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

American Electric Power seeks a senior DER program leader to oversee planning, acquisition, implementation, evaluation and contract administration for DER consumer activities across multiple remote locations. You will supervise professional staff, coordinate with regulators, and align DER programs with corporate goals.

The role requires strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to manage budgets and drive customer engagement in a complex utility environment.