FERC/ PJM ADVISOR (PSC COMMISSION ADVISOR)

State of Maryland; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maryland Public Service Commission is seeking a Senior Advisor to the Commissioners to focus on policy matters related to PJM Interconnection, Inc. (PJM) and FERC that impact Maryland.

The role involves conducting research, providing advice on policy, legal, and technical issues, and supporting Commissioners through reports and briefings. Ideal candidates will have a background in engineering, economics, or law and strong written and verbal communication skills to inform decisions on energy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, economics, or law.
• Four years of experience performing legal, energy, or economic policy analysis.
• Two years of experience on PJM and/or FERC issues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and provide policy advice on PJM and FERC matters affecting Maryland.
• Support Commissioners in technical, legal, and policy analyses.
• Prepare reports and briefings for meetings and hearings.
• Participate in stakeholder groups and proceedings relevant to energy policy.

Skills

Policy analysis

Research

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, economics, or law

Job description

Introduction

The Maryland Public Service Commission is seeking a Senior Advisor to the Commissioners, focusing on policy matters related to PJM Interconnection, Inc. (PJM) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) that impact Maryland. This position will directly support the Commissioners by conducting research and providing advice on various policy, legal, and technical issues, as well as performing other duties. Excellent written and verbal analytical and communications skills are required to perform the duties of this position. The Commission is looking for three experts in PJM and FERC matters with backgrounds in either engineering, economics, or law.

GRADE

9990

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Public Service Commission
6 Saint Paul Street�
Baltimore, MD 21202

POSITION DUTIES

This Advisor role will directly support the Commissioners, conducting research and providing advice on various technical/policy issues, as well as other duties.

• Providing support, assistance and recommendations in matters relating to energy, focused on FERC and PJM, and in other matters before the Commission.�
• Participating in Commissioner meetings, administrative meetings, and hearings.�
• Participating in relevant meetings, stakeholder groups, and proceedings related to PJM and before FERC.�
• Preparing reports and handling sensitive projects for the Commissioners.

This is a Political Special Appointment position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university, in engineering, economics, law, or related degree.�

Experience: Four years of experience performing legal, utility, energy, engineering, or economic policy analysis or related duties.�

AND

Two years of experience working on issues related to PJM and/or FERC.�

Note: An advanced degree may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.�

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Graduate Degree or Juris Doctorate.
• Ratemaking experience at state regulatory commission, consumer advocate, or utility.
• Knowledge and a practical understanding of electricity and gas industries and wholesale markets.
• Knowledge and practical understanding of FERC and PJM and the Federal Power Act.
• Knowledge of transmission planning or operations or power plant operations.
• Knowledge of PJM Tariff, Reliability Assurance Agreement, and Operating Agreement and Manuals.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The evaluation may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.