Director, Grid Operations – Real-Time Reliability

New York ISO; City of Rensselaer (NY); Hybrid; USD 176,000 - 316,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) invites applications for a full-time Director, Grid Operations. This role directs all Grid Operations functions, including Power System Operations, Real-time Energy Market Operations, and System Operator Training to ensure reliable operation of the New York bulk power system.

The position requires deep knowledge of NYISO transmission and real-time energy market operations, with responsibility to represent NYISO in external regulatory and industry

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or other scientific / technical field required; Master’s Degree (MSEE, MBA) desired.
• Fifteen years related experience including experience in power system operations, including broad experience in power dispatching, load scheduling and station operation; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implement operating procedures to achieve reliable, safe and economic operation of the NYISO bulk power system.
• Assure compliance with applicable portions of NYISO, NERC, NPCC and NYSRC criteria, standards, policies and tariffs through the creation of appropriate departmental systems, policies and procedures and departmental internal controls.
• Lead actions to restore the NYISO bulk system from Warning, Alert, Major Emergency or Restoration operating states back to the Normal State.
• Provide 24X7 leadership to transmission operations during system stress conditions including heat waves, cold snaps, severe weather events, and all out-of-criteria contingencies.
• Develop and maintain annual objectives for the Grid Operations department, including alignment with the NYISO Strategic Plan.
• Develop objectives for department productivity measures, track performance, and work with staff to accomplish goals.
• Represent the NYISO by leading technical discussion of NYISO Operations at the Operating Committee and associated working groups.
• Lead Real Time Operations to provide reliable system operations and accurate Real-Time Market outcomes, aligned with the Day-Ahead Market.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or other scientific / technical field

Job description

The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) invites applications for a full-time Director, Grid Operations. This role directs all Grid Operations functions, including Power System Operations, Real-time Energy Market Operations, and System Operator Training to ensure reliable operation of the New York bulk power system.

The position requires deep knowledge of NYISO transmission and real-time energy market operations, with responsibility to represent NYISO in external regulatory and industry