Power Resources Specialist I/II (Power Resources)

Position Duties

• Supports the preparation, issuing, and evaluation of solicitations related to Energy, Resource Adequacy and Renewable Energy Credits.
• Affords assistance in the evaluation of pre- and post-release solicitation materials for long-term energy projects such as stand-alone and collocated energy storage, wind, and solar resources.
• Affords assistance in the management, analyzing, and enforcing of power contracts, including long-term energy contracts through development, construction, and operation.
• Affords assistance in the management and resolution of matters related to resources performance within the California Independent System Operator’s energy and capacity markets.
• Supports SJCE Scheduling Agent, particularly focusing on stand-alone and collocated storage and renewables, based on SJCE’s internal strategies and policies.
• Conducts primary research related to SJCE obligations within the CAISO, CPUC, and other regulatory frameworks with particular focus on matters related to stand-alone and collocated storage, and renewable energy assets.
• Supports and undertakes projects related to power, procurement, and validation; assists in the approval of energy purchases or sales of surplus energy.
• Participates in joint procurement with other Community Choice Aggregators (CCAs) and CA Community Power.
• Develops and maintains relationships with power suppliers and consultants.
• Affords assurance of compliance with Federal, State, and local requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Power Resources Specialist I:
  • Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Law, Natural Resources, Statistics, or an analytical degree related to utility business.
  • Experience: None
• Power Resources Specialist II:
  • Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Law, Natural Resources, Statistics, or an analytical degree related to utility business.
  • Experience: One (1) year of experience in energy resources operations, planning, purchasing, scheduling, or contract negotiations.