Distr Dispatching Coord

Public Service Co. of OK; Alhambra (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Distribution Dispatching Coordinator to oversee switching, outages, and dispatch operations. The role focuses on safe, efficient restoration and coordination with multiple departments.

Relocation is available for the right candidate. The position requires at least three years as an electric system operator and completion of SOPD and Data Entry tests, with advancement opportunities within the dispatch organization.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in electrical or electronic technology or a bachelor's degree in any field or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Minimum of three years of experience as an electric system operator; SOPD and Data Entry tests are required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate distribution system operations, service restoration, prearranged switching for construction and maintenance, and safe real-time dispatch center activities.
• Verify the accuracy of switching orders for removal and restoration of distribution lines and station equipment, ensuring safety and policy compliance.
• Prepare switching orders with steps and safety tagging for removing equipment from service.
• Provide technical guidance to support work per established practices and expectations.
• Coordinate service restoration following emergency or unplanned outages in line with safe operating practices.
• Approve and coordinate facility outages, loadings, and operating voltage levels with distribution and transmission personnel.
• Lead dispatching coordination during restoration events and support timely decision-making.

Education

Associate degree in electrical or electronic technology

Bachelor's degree in any field

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for reviewing and approving equipment removal for maintenance on the AEP distribution system, stations and sub-transmission as assigned; for coordination of these activities with the various departments of the Company involved; and notification to proper personnel regarding outages. Responsible for assisting in the supervision of personnel in carrying out the safe, efficient and continuous operation of the distribution system.

Job Description

***Relocation is available for the right candidate***

What You’ll Do

Promote and support the Company's Safety and Health programs, company and department procedures, and Corporate Compliance expectations. Coordinate distribution system operations, service restoration, prearranged switching for construction and maintenance, and safe real-time dispatch center activities. Verify the accuracy of switching orders for the removal and restoration of distribution lines and station equipment as assigned, ensuring all safety and departmental policies are followed. Prepare switching orders that identify required steps and safety tagging for removing equipment from service for maintenance, repair, or construction while protecting the public, company equipment, and company and contract personnel. Provide technical guidance to support work performed in accordance with established practices and expectations. Coordinate service restoration following emergency or unplanned outages in accordance with safe operating practices. Approve and coordinate facility outages, loadings, and operating voltage levels with appropriate distribution and transmission personnel. Support the preparation of logs and records to maintain a clear history of operational activities. Notify appropriate designated personnel of abnormal and emergency conditions. Support training and provide operational guidance to dispatching and field employees as assigned. Lead dispatching coordination during restoration events and support timely, accountable decision-making during normal, abnormal, and emergency system conditions.

What You’ll Need

• Education: Associate degree in electrical or electronic technology, bachelor's degree in any field, or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Experience: Minimum of three years of experience as an electric system operator. Successful completion of the System Operations/Power Dispatch (SOPD) and Data Entry tests is required. Additional information related to the test battery and Employment Testing Information and Tips may be found at aep.com/careers by selecting Employment Testing.

Physical Requirements

Physical demand level is sedentary.

Career Progression

This role supports career progression by developing technical expertise, switching and outage coordination capability, documentation discipline, communication skills, and emergency response judgment. With appropriate approval, experience in this position may support advancement into a Senior Coordinator role and future leadership opportunities.

Where You’ll Will Work

Tulsa, OK

What You’ll Get For A Distribution Dispatching Coordinator:

$98,993 - $158,383

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade: SP20-008 Compensation Range: $98,993.00 - $128,688.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work:

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics. At American Electric Power, we provide more than electricity to our millions of customers - we energize possibilities. We're redefining the future of energy by reducing our carbon footprint, empowering the communities we serve and building an engaged, talented workforce. All while delivering the reliable service our customers expect. It’s an exciting time in the energy industry. Are you ready to be part of it? We’re looking for team members to help create the grid of the future. Learn more about our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive work culture that values different experiences.