DER Programs Lead — Consumer Engagement

American Electric Power; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power seeks a senior leader to direct DER consumer activities, including planning, acquisition, implementation, evaluation, and contract administration. You will supervise professionals across multiple remote locations, ensuring cost-effective programs, O&M budgets, and regulatory compliance.

The role involves procuring and managing vendors in DER/DG projects behind the customer meter, marketing, and stakeholder engagement to meet company expectations.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business, economics, engineering or related field.
• Experience: 8+ years in DER related activities with regulatory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee DER planning, acquisition and evaluation activities.
• Lead vendor selection through competitive bidding and contracts.
• Ensure program promotion, training, measurement and reporting.
• Coordinate with AEP DER staff and regulators to meet goals.
• Coach staff across remote locations and ensure data capture in DER systems.

Skills

DER management

Contract administration

Budget management

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/economics/engineering

Job description

American Electric Power seeks a senior leader to direct DER consumer activities, including planning, acquisition, implementation, evaluation, and contract administration. You will supervise professionals across multiple remote locations, ensuring cost-effective programs, O&M budgets, and regulatory compliance.

The role involves procuring and managing vendors in DER/DG projects behind the customer meter, marketing, and stakeholder engagement to meet company expectations.