Energy Market Supervisor - Market Analysis

City of Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Retirement security

Public service mission

Job summary

The City of Austin's Energy Market Operations division seeks a senior supervisor to oversee wholesale market activities and staff in energy market operations. You will guide QSE trading, dispatch, and market analysis while ensuring compliance with ERCOT and NERC protocols and coordinating with partners and regulators.

This role focuses on developing tools, models, and processes to optimize asset value, manage risk, and support strategic decisions in a fast‑paced market environment, reporting to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus six years related work experience; Master’s may substitute for up to one year.
• Knowledge of ERCOT and NERC operating protocols and guidelines.
• Experience in energy market analysis and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Supervises wholesale energy marketing, market systems development, and risk management.
• Oversees QSE trading and operations across day-ahead, real-time, and forward markets.
• Develops policies and tools to support wholesale market operations.
• Represents Austin Energy to ERCOT, generation partners, and market counterparties.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

ERCOT protocols

Energy market operations

QSE trading

Energy risk management

Data analysis

Analytical software

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

UPLAN

Aurora

PROMOD

R

Python

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About This Position

Under minimal direction, this position supervises staff and functions in one or more areas associated with energy market and operations.

Job Description

Purpose: Under minimal direction, this position supervises staff and functions in one or more areas associated with energy market and operations.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

• Supervises staff and functions which may include wholesale energy marketing and dispatching, energy market systems development and implementation, wholesale market analysis, and energy risk management.
• Supervises Qualified Scheduling Entity (QSE) trading and operations functions, including day-ahead, real-time and forward market activities.
• Supervises staff participation in proposed ERCOT market design, rule making changes, and the development process.
• Ensures compliance with ERCOT and NERC protocols and guides, and other applicable regulations.
• Serves as representative of Austin Energy and the City of Austin to ERCOT, generation partners, resource owners, energy marketers, and energy industry counterparties.
• Develops and implements policies, processes, procedures, and tools to support wholesale market operations.
• Monitors and engages in wholesale market activities, including fuel purchasing and power marketing, and analyzes QSE bid/offer practices, fuel price forecasts, and market trends to minimize costs, maximize asset and resource value, and meet the operational needs of our resources.
• Implements and evaluates programs such as generation dispatch and generation management systems, wholesale energy market analysis, energy risk management, fuel procurement, and power marketing.
• Develops electric system generation simulations and production costing models.
• Evaluates the economics of projects related to renewable energy conservation and other projects.
• Develops technical specifications and standards, and reviews, analyzes, and interprets plans, specifications, and other related documents.
• Manages and negotiates contracts, reviews progress reports, verifies final quantities and costs, reviews change orders, and audits as-built records.
• Serves as liaison between consultants, contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, and the City of Austin with respect to energy market operations.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised

• Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
• Knowledge of supervisory and management techniques.
• Knowledge of ERCOT and NERC operating protocols and guidelines.
• Knowledge of power plant and transmission system dispatch operations and power and fuel markets.
• Knowledge of energy risk management practices.
• Skill in the use, development, or support of software and equipment used to manage energy market operations.
• Skill in effective oral and written communication.
• Skill in analyzing data and the use of analytical software.
• Ability to lead, train, and supervise subordinates.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, plus six (6) years of related work experience. Master’s degree may substitute for experience up to one (1) year. PhD may substitute for experience up to two (2) years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership experience across diverse technical areas within power market analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of ERCOT wholesale market operations, including analysis of Locational Marginal Prices (LMPs) and congestion management.
• Experience with modeling transmission systems, energy markets, and utility operations using security-constrained unit commitment and economic dispatch models (e.g., UPLAN, Aurora, PROMOD).
• Proficiency in analytical software and programming languages such as R, Python, or other scripting languages, as well as business intelligence tools like Tableau or Microsoft Power BI.
• Experience preparing and delivering reports and presentations in a utility environment.

Notes to Candidate

This position will have supervisory responsibilities within ERCOT Market Analysis, including hiring, budget planning, team leadership and functional improvement. The role involves identifying Austin Energy’s market operational issues and requirements from a modeling, data, and ERCOT market perspective. It will focus on developing and integrating tools to deliver robust analysis and strategic recommendations that support critical decisions in market operations, congestion management, trading, and risk management within a fast‑paced energy market environment. This position has been designated as a Critical Employee position. Critical Employees are considered necessary and vital and supports activities that impact City or department operations. This work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work location. Critical employees who are able to work at an alternative work location are required to do so. Schedules may be modified, and employees may be reassigned to another area during extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to provide essential services.

Work Location: 4815 Mueller Blvd., Austin, TX 78723

Work Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. May work evenings, weekends or holiday to support the 24‑hour Utility operations.

Salary: Based on experience and approved City of Austin pay scales/ranges

Join the City of Austin Team

At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation’s most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites.

Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward‑thinking organization that values every employee.

What Makes the City of Austin Special? Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest‑growing cities in the nation. Value and Innovation: Work in an environment where employees are valued, and innovation thrives.

• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work‑life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
• Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
• Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike‑friendly infrastructure.
• Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on‑site fitness centers, and mental health support.
• Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.

By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country.

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