Power Resources Specialist I​/II; Power Resources Division; Energy Department

Power Resources Specialist I/II

The City of San Jose's Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Power Resources Specialist I/II position to support the Power Resources Division. The Power Resources Specialist I/II position reports to a Principal Power Resources Specialist in the Power Resources Division. This position is part of an exciting, fast-paced team responsible for procuring hundreds of megawatts of renewable energy projects.

The selected candidate will have the following duties and responsibilities:

• Supports the preparation, issuing, and evaluation of solicitations related to Energy, Resource Adequacy and Renewable Energy Credits.
• Assists with 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.
• Assists in the management, analyzing, and enforcing of power contracts, including long-term energy contracts through development, construction, and operation.
• Assists 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.
• Participates in completing analysis and prepare procurement plans, including managing consultants, and developing procurement strategies.
• 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 maintain relationships with power suppliers and consultants.
• Assures compliance with Federal, State, and local requirements.

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated individual with strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills. The candidate should have effective communication skills, show attention to detail, and be able to work independently. Candidates that are highly collaborative with colleagues and outside stakeholders are ideal.

Competencies:

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

• Job Expertise– Demonstrates knowledge of applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies, federal, state rules and regulations.
• Analytical Thinking– Approaches problems or situations using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.
• Collaboration– Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.
• Communication Skills– Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills, displays openness to other's ideas and thoughts.
• Fiscal Management– Understands the relationship of the budget and resources to the strategic plan; complies with administrative controls over funds, contracts, and procurements.
• Planning– Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization;
  Defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives.
• Project Management– Ensures support for and drives projects, implements goals towards strategic objectives.
• Problem Solving– Approaches situations or problems by defining the issue; determines the significance & priority, collects information from various sources; uses logic & intuition to make decisions and solution sets & outcomes.
• Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills– Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.

Salary Information:
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