System Operator

New York Power Authority; Town of Marcy (NY); On-site; USD 108,000 - 148,500; Full time

Job summary

The New York Power Authority (NYPA) is seeking a qualified Senior System Operator/ASO to join its Control Center in New York. The role oversees daily operations, monitoring generation and transmission, and directing rapid, compliant actions to maintain Bulk Electric System reliability.

Responsibilities include coordination with NYISO, directing outages, and mentoring junior operators while pursuing NYPA Senior System Operator qualification within three years of hire.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• NERC Transmission Operator Certification is required.
• 18 months of system operations experience for external candidates.
• Must obtain NYPA Senior System Operator qualification within 3 years of hire.
• NERC TO certification and NYISO training are expected.

Responsibilities

• Control Center position with GOP/TO tasks and coordination.
• Use ECC EMS to monitor real-time generation and transmission.
• Manage water flows and adhere to water treaties.
• Monitor and coordinate outages under SSO direction.
• Mentor ECC Assistants and support SSO tasks and directives.
• Ensure compliance with NERC, NPCC, NYISO, NYPA requirements.

Skills

Power system concepts

NERC TO certification

Emergency response

Water management

PTR+ outage software

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

PTR+ outage software

Job description

Summary

Accountable for the daily management and coordination of NYPA's overall operations, including Overseeing, monitoring, and evaluating the operational performance; directing the preparation of operating budgets and proposals for capital expenditure and investments in infrastructure, technology, equipment, systems, or other assets and resources; analyzing and approving operational investments that best meet the organization's business needs.

As a NERC Generation Operator (GOP), Transmission Owner (TO), and Transmission Operator (TOP), monitor and control NYPA generation and transmission facilities. Coordinate and direct switching schedules with regional projects, local TO/TOP's, and NYISO. Directs generation and voltage support as needed to maintain reliability of the Bulk Electric System in a manner that will not exceed thermal and voltage limits or cause System Operating Limits (SOL's). Continually monitor transmission network applications to ensure normal operations.

Responsibilities

• Control Center position with a focus on NERC Generator Operator (GOP) and Transmission Owner (TO) tasks and verbal coordination.
• Utilize the ECC EMS for monitoring real-time status including all generation and transmission that NYPA is the Transmission Operator for.
• Manage water flows, NIA GIP, water transfers, and adhere to water treaties.
• Monitor all NYPA and non NYPA Generation that NYPA is Transmission Owner for.
• Decipher EMS most urgent alarms to back up the ECC SSO.
• Respond to Directives of the ECC SSO.
• Monitor transmission flows and voltages to back up the ECC Senior System Operator
• Demonstrate a solid understanding and navigation of the EMS displays related to alarming and generation/transmission status and configuration.
• Mentor the ECC Assistant System Operators on their current job tasks as well as develop their skills toward completing future System Operator tasks.
• Responsible for assisting the ECC Senior System Operator (SSO) with remedial actions, as well as coordinating real-time outages under the direction of the ECC SSO.
• Adhere to NERC, NPCC, NYISO, and NYPA requirements. Fulfil and demonstrate competencies in all applicable tasks formally identified within this specific position and managed by the Control Center Management staff.
• Seek continuous exposure to SSO duties, Outage Coordination software and operating practices/duties.
• Must work rotating shifts, including nights, midnights, weekends, and holidays.
• Overtime may be required on occasion based on business needs.
• Maintain qualification and proficiency of ASO tasks
  Support the SO and SSO in control room tasks and follow directives from the SSO.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of power system generation and transmission concepts
• NERC TO certification required, ability to complete NYISO System Operator and NYPA System Operator specific training.
• Qualified on positional tasks for System Operator role.
• Ability to manage Bulk Power System tasks to assist the SSO during emergencies or high demand periods.
• Thorough proficiency in Water Management.
• Must understand and demonstrate proficiency in NYPA Operating Policies and Control Center Guides and/or Instructions.
• Ability to utilize NYPA PTR+ outage software.
  Working understanding of NYPA Operating Policies and Control Room Guides, Instructions, Bulletins, and NYISO memos.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• Associate degree required.
• Preferred: Bachelor's (BAS) degree in Electrical Engineering, other Engineering disciplines, or related technical field

Internal candidates:

• Complete all qualifications for ASO and SO, and demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in system operations.
• NERC Transmission Operator Certification

External Candidates:

• Minimum 18 months of experience in system operations and NERC Transmission Operator Certification.

All candidates are required to obtain NYPA Senior System Operator qualification within 3 (three) years of hire

Physical Requirements

• Approximately 10% travel primarily within NY State.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time (up to 12 hours) in front of computer monitors while maintaining situational awareness; communicating effectively while speaking English (per NERC requirement); see, hear, and react to alarms.

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Salary

The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $108,000 - $148,500. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates' relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.

NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates' disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail].