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USAJOBS · 1 month ago

Power System Dispatcher (Trainer)

Watertown, South Dakota, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$152K/yr - $185K/yr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is part of the Department of Energy, and they are seeking a Power System Dispatcher (Trainer). In this role, you will be primarily responsible for developing and conducting training courses for Energy Management Systems, while also providing ongoing support and mentorship to trainees.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing administration, maintenance, and ongoing technical support of the EMS simulator used as the primary means of training and development for operations personnel

Responsible for developing System Operator training using the EMS simulator and related tools to replicate, execute, train with, and evaluate trainee performance for scenarios using historical power system data

Develop, replicate, demonstrate, and simulate past or possible future power system events as a learning tool for System Operations

Responsible for providing initial and continuing training to Power System Dispatchers and trainees. Serves as mentor and coach to trainees for duration of the trainee's program

Develops, delivers, and submits Individual Learning Activities (ILA) that meet the NERC Continuing Education Hour (CEH) criteria. Ensures applicable WAPA region maintains NERC Continuing Education Program Approved Provider status

Qualification

Energy Management Systems (EMS)Technical training programsSimulation systems managementNERC certificationCoachingMentoring

Required

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National

This employer participates in the e-Verify program

Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service

Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation

May be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period

Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages

Must obtain and maintain a North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) certification of at least a 'Balancing, Interchange and Transmission Operator' within eleven months of start date

The incumbent must become qualified to work a desk in the operations control room within eleven (11) months of appointment to this position

This position requires the ability to operate a government vehicle

The incumbent must be at least 18 years of age, able to obtain and maintain Defensive Drivers certification and have a valid state driver's license

The incumbent is subject to the random drug and alcohol testing program established by the Department of Energy

The position requires a pre-appointment and annual physical exam at Federal expense

Applicants must possess one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility at the next lower grade level in the Federal service

Applicants must have one year (52 weeks) of experience at the AD-04/GS-12 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal service

Experience includes applying EMS functionalities and practical applications in a control center environment

Experience includes managing and maintaining simulation systems such as troubleshooting, system upgrades, and ensuring operational readiness

Experience includes designing, developing, and delivering technical training programs in operational readiness and scenarios

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.