This position is part of the WAPA-RMR-Rocky Mountain Region. As a Power System Dispatcher, you will be responsible for the real-time operations of the Bulk Power Systems (BPS) performing real-time actions, during normal and emergency conditions, to ensure the stable and reliable operation of the Bulk Power System. **This is not a remote position. The selectee will be required to be physically present at one of the duty location(s) identified.**

Duties

As a Power System Dispatcher, some of your duties will include: Creates and maintains accurate logs to document operations, including instructions given, information received, and actions taken. Records pertinent dispatcher actions, decisions, and observations neatly and accurately. Takes prompt and appropriate actions to maintain strict compliance with FERC Standards of Conduct and NERC Standards. Utilizes EMS and other advanced applications to control, record, modify parameters, verify, and analyze BPS and lower voltage systems operational data. Complies with the Operating Instructions from the Reliability Coordinator and/or other power system operating entities, as appropriate, for both real-time and next day operating events. Coordinates actions with other dispatchers, customers, external companies, marketing personnel, generator operators, reliability coordinators, and management, as necessary to implement operations plan. This is a developmental position designed to prepare the incumbent to fully perform the duties at the full performance level of AD-0303-04.

Requirements

Qualifications

Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at: https://www.opm.gov/policy. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience need not have been in the federal government. To qualify for the AD-03: Applicants must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade or pay band in the Federal service. I have specialized experience equivalent to the AD-02/GS-09 grade level or equivalent pay band. This experience includes: Power system operator experience with centralized SCADA/EMS control of power system equipment with 34.5 kV or higher voltage power lines and substations; OR Power plant or control center operator experience, where normal duties include direct SCADA control over multiple, remotely operated power plants; OR Operations or maintenance experience executing switching programs for clearances or other general switching actions on power system equipment at 34.5-kV or above voltage level. To qualify for the AD-04: Applicants must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade or pay band in the Federal service. I have specialized experience equivalent to the AD-03/GS-11 grade level or equivalent pay band. This experience includes: Power system operator experience with interconnected system monitoring of voltages, power flows, maintaining limits, and responding to changing system conditions; AND Experience using power system switching procedures to prepare, check and direct routine and emergency switching activities; AND Experience using a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)/Energy Management System (EMS) in order to monitor system conditions and respond to contingencies. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is primarily sedentary and requires sitting in one position for long periods of time with intense concentration. The incumbent may be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Arc Rated protective clothing when in proximity to exposed energized circuits. The incumbent must be able to analyze information and make complex decisions under pressure. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in an office setting. The position is in a continuous operation control center, requiring the incumbent work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Occasional field training will be required to various BPS and lower voltage system facilities and training classes. The incumbent may be subject to inclement weather conditions such as high temperatures, rain, sleet, snow, and extreme cold. This position may be subject to regular and recurring overtime. Overtime may be on short notice to include nights, holidays, and weekends in support of related mission requirements. This position is designated as Emergency Essential.

Education

There is no education requirement for this position.

Contacts

• Address WAPA-RMR-Rocky Mountain Region 5555 E. Crossroads Blvd Loveland, CO 80538 US
• Name: Kimberly Hicks
• Email: [email protected]