Time Trader​/Dispatcher

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• Coordinate the real time operation of the energy management team client generation portfolio.
• Monitor client generation portfolio assets utilizing system dispatch software and commercial tools on a real-time basis.
• Respond to power and gas system emergencies and all real time dispatch deviations from day-ahead scheduled awards.
• Adjust the daily fuel forecast and present balancing transactions to owners for trader execution.
• Update and maintain commercial tools, logs, and operating procedures as required.
• Maximize generation optimization opportunities per owners’ instructions.
• Maintain all training requirements and obtain PJM certification within one year.

• Maintain the assigned position shift schedule including all holiday and weekend coverage requirements.
• Support additional coverage requirements which may include team vacation, sickness, or system emergency responses.
• Travel may be required to meet training requirements and emergency operations at the NRG backup facility.

• HS Diploma or GED.
• 0-5 years of experience in trade or real time operations or equivalent military experience.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Commodity trade experience including electricity, natural gas, and/or liquid fuel.

• The candidate must perform in a fast-paced and stressful environment.
• Organizational skills are essential to execute multiple tasks with a high degree of accuracy.
• The candidate must possess superior oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all stakeholders.
• The candidate must have computer experience in a Windows environment.

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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