Queue Management Specialist

Company Description The California Independent System Operator (ISO) manages the flow of electricity across the high-voltage, long-distance power lines that make up 80 percent of California's power grid. We safeguard the economy and well-being of 30 million Californians by operating the grid reliably 24/7.As the impartial grid operator, the California ISO opens access to the wholesale power market that is designed to diversify resources and lower prices.

It also grants equal access to 25,865 circuit-miles of power lines and reduces barriers to diverse resources competing to bring power to customers.

The California ISO's function is often compared to that of air traffic controllers. It would be grossly unfair for air traffic controllers to represent one airline and profit from allowing that company's planes to go through before others. In the same way, the California ISO operates independently—managing the electron traffic on a power grid we do not own—making sure electricity is safely delivered to utilities and consumers on time and reliably.

The California ISO is committed to the health, safety, and work/life integration of its employees and is proud to offer flexible work arrangements. This position works in a hybrid capacity.

Job Description Under the general direction of the Manager, responsible for administering and implementing generation and transmission interconnection projects and independently identifying, analyzing, and resolving issues related to generation interconnection queue management, project modifications, and project administration. Acts as a liaison among Interconnection Customers, Participating Transmission Owners (PTOs), industry stakeholders, and ISO staff. Independently researches, analyzes, and interprets project information, determines appropriate process actions, and performs administrative functions associated with maintaining project records, databases, tracking tools, and compliance documentation.

Coordinates comprehensive reviews and tracks generation interconnection project status, associated documentation, contractual milestones, and stakeholder communications. Supports Queue Management leadership by conducting project and process research, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to obtain critical information, performing data analysis, and developing reports and recommendations to support operational and strategic decision-making.

What You Will Be Doing:

Administers the ISO Tariff and Business Practice Manuals (BPMs) as they relate to the management of the generation interconnection queue, working independently with ISO staff, Interconnection Customers, and PTO personnel. Responsible for analyzing and implementing modifications to Generator Interconnection Agreements (GIAs), interpreting tariff requirements, and collaborating with Legal and Management to develop recommendations and resolutions for issues associated with generation interconnection projects.

Serves as the project manager for assigned projects and processes administered by the Queue Management team. Through direct communication and coordination with Interconnection Customers, PTOs, external agencies, other stakeholders, and ISO Interconnection Specialists, Contract Specialists, and Engineers, evaluates project progress and compliance with contractual obligations, milestones, and project-specific requirements. Manages project modification requests and other queue management processes, investigates issues impacting project performance, and develops recommendations for Management and Legal regarding projects that are not meeting contractual, tariff, or BPM requirements.

Based on analyses and findings, recommends and implements appropriate next steps for the ISO and PTOs.Performs…