PJM Interconnection

Principal System Operator (Construction)

Work Arrangement: On-Site

The Principal System Operator leads the coordination of all work (tools, processes and procedures) that is necessary to support the efficient and effective dispatch operation of PJM, provides future as well as real-time planning, decision analysis, and coordinates the appropriate actions to ensure the reliability and stability of the electric grid to support the minute to minute operations of the PJM Control Rooms. The Principal System Operator is an expert that assumes responsibility for the safe and reliable operation of the bulk interconnected transmission system in accordance with NERC/Regional standards and practices as well as PJM Governing Documents/manuals and procedures with a strategic eye toward future requirements/necessary changes. The Principal System Operator provides direct coordination guidance for the shift supervisors . The Principal System Operator will play an active role into the stakeholder process and advocating and support real time system operations. The Principal System Operator will engage with operations staff to evaluate and communicate near term capacity planning projections and emergency procedure preparations for the 7-10 day operating period.

Essential Functions:

Maintain power system reliability by ensuring operations are in compliance with applicable NERC standards and PJM operating and emergency procedures.
Responsible for PJM's reliable and efficient system operations by coordinating the real-time operation of the bulk power electrical system and markets.
Provides coordination, leadership and direction to Valley Forge and Milford System Operators through:
Demonstrated expertise in PJM tools, processes and procedures.
Responsible for recognizing, leading/coordinating the development of new tools, processes, procedures or changes to existing tools, processes, and procedures.
Effective leadership demonstrating interpersonal savvy, strong communication skills, active listening and customer focus in order to build strong customer relationships with internal support (markets, operations, training, IT) and external (FERC, NERC, RF, Transmission Owner, Generation Owners and PJM stakeholders) customers.
Demonstrated ability to strategically identify, process, and manage complex changes in order to ensure dispatch is prepared for future grid operations
Willingly accepting responsibility
Ability to analyze complex system conditions with contradictory information in order to develop a strategy effectively operate the system
Sound judgment with a broad understanding and perspective of the challenges faced
Multi-Tasking ability
Flexibility in dynamic situations
Moral courage to recommend and implement the best solution, not the easiest
Ability to effectively communicate across different audiences to address the unique needs of different parts of the organization
Committed to self development and development of system operators in Dispatch
Sets the example in disciplined focus upon the system
Actively supports PJM's mission
Fosters an atmosphere of Crew Resource Management and Human Performance principles
Fosters a commitment to operational excellence
Coordinate and prepare near term capacity projections for 7 – 10 days out including wind & solar resource uncertainty and risk
Assertive in providing current and future real-time guidance
Capable of providing constructive feedback in counseling/development sessions
Develop and implement training programs
Perform risk assessments related to uncertainty of wind and solar and cold weather operating limit data
Able to identify document, communicate, and resolve current and future real-time operating issues
Able to identify, document and present proposed enhancements to operator instructions processes and tools
Maintain NERC/PJM Certification with the ability to serve as the on-shift Shift Supervisor (if needed), overseeing the Reliability Coordinator, Transmission Operator and Balancing Authority function for the PJM RTO in real time
Provide PJM leadership for the System Operations Subcommittee (Transmission and Generation)
Ability to analyze complex system conditions with contradictory information in order to develop a strategy to effectively operate the system
Coordinate and prepare near term capacity projections for 7-10 days out including wind and solar resource uncertainty and risk
Perform risk assessments related to uncertainty of wind and solar and cold weather operating limit data
Responsible for recognizing, leading/coordinating the development of new tools, processes, procedures or changes to existing tools, processes and procedures
Demonstrated ability to strategically identify, process, and manage complex changes in order to ensure dispatch is prepared for future grid operations
Demonstrated expertise in PJM tools, processes and procedures
Effective leadership demonstrating interpersonal savvy, strong communication skills, active listening and customer focus in order to build strong customer relationships with internal support (markets, operations, training, IT) and external (FERC, NERC, RF, Transmission Owner, Generation Owners and PJM stakeholders) customers.

Characteristics and Qualifications:

Required:

High School diploma, Bachelor's of Engineering or equivalent work experience
2-5 years of leadership experience in a managerial/supervisory role. Can also have leadership in leading a team or project.
Ability to communicate effectively with management, peers, and customers
Ability to develop flexible business processes to support a changing environment
Ability to develop strategy and policy using previous knowledge and experience
Ability to develop strong relationships with multiple departments and divisions
Completed NERC Certified System Operator & PJM Transmission and Generation Certified System Operator

Preferred:

MBA, Business Administration
5-10 years of leadership experience in a managerial/supervisory role.
Ability and desire to build relationships and interact with a wide range of stakeholders and staff to maintain and enhance PJM's customer service reputation
Experience with PJM operations, markets, and planning functions

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Work Arrangement: On-Site

Maintain power system reliability by ensuring operations are in compliance with applicable NERC standards and PJM operating and emergency procedures.

Responsible for PJM's reliable and efficient system operations by coordinating the real-time operation of the bulk power electrical system and markets.

Provides coordination, leadership and direction to Valley Forge and Milford System Operators through:

Demonstrated expertise in PJM tools, processes and procedures.

Responsible for recognizing, leading/coordinating the development of new tools, processes, procedures or changes to existing tools, processes, and procedures.

Demonstrated ability to strategically identify, process, and manage complex changes in order to ensure dispatch is prepared for future grid operations

Willingly accepting responsibility

Ability to analyze complex system conditions with contradictory information in order to develop a strategy effectively operate the system

Sound judgment with a broad understanding and perspective of the challenges faced

Multi-Tasking ability

Flexibility in dynamic situations

Moral courage to recommend and implement the best solution, not the easiest

Ability to effectively communicate across different audiences to address the unique needs of different parts of the organization

Committed to self development and development of system operators in Dispatch

Sets the example in disciplined focus upon the system

Actively supports PJM's mission

Fosters an atmosphere of Crew Resource Management and Human Performance principles

Fosters a commitment to operational excellence

Coordinate and prepare near term capacity projections for 7 – 10 days out including wind & solar resource uncertainty and risk

Assertive in providing current and future real-time guidance

Capable of providing constructive feedback in counseling/development sessions

Develop and implement training programs

Perform risk assessments related to uncertainty of wind and solar and cold weather operating limit data

Able to identify document, communicate, and resolve current and future real-time operating issues

Able to identify, document and present proposed enhancements to operator instructions processes and tools

Maintain NERC/PJM Certification with the ability to serve as the on-shift Shift Supervisor (if needed), overseeing the Reliability Coordinator, Transmission Operator and Balancing Authority function for the PJM RTO in real time

Provide PJM leadership for the System Operations Subcommittee (Transmission and Generation)

Ability to analyze complex system conditions with contradictory information in order to develop a strategy to effectively operate the system

Coordinate and prepare near term capacity projections for 7-10 days out including wind and solar resource uncertainty and risk

Perform risk assessments related to uncertainty of wind and solar and cold weather operating limit data

Responsible for recognizing, leading/coordinating the development of new tools, processes, procedures or changes to existing tools, processes and procedures

Demonstrated ability to strategically identify, process, and manage complex changes in order to ensure dispatch is prepared for future grid operations

Demonstrated expertise in PJM tools, processes and procedures

Characteristics and Qualifications:

Required:

High School diploma, Bachelor's of Engineering or equivalent work experience

2-5 years of leadership experience in a managerial/supervisory role. Can also have leadership in leading a team or project.

Ability to communicate effectively with management, peers, and customers

Ability to develop flexible business processes to support a changing environment

Ability to develop strategy and policy using previous knowledge and experience

Ability to develop strong relationships with multiple departments and divisions

Completed NERC Certified System Operator & PJM Transmission and Generation Certified System Operator

Preferred:

MBA, Business Administration

5-10 years of leadership experience in a managerial/supervisory role.

Ability and desire to build relationships and interact with a wide range of stakeholders and staff to maintain and enhance PJM's customer service reputation

Experience with PJM operations, markets, and planning functions