LIVE, WORK AND PLAY!
Chelan County PUD is located in the geographical center of Washington State at the confluence of the Columbia and Wenatchee rivers. A public power leader, the complex and progressive nature of PUD operations offer a unique mix of challenges and opportunities.
We rely on the mighty Columbia River for much of our hydropower generation and we're proud to take a leadership role in environmental stewardship as related to this great river system. Each year we dedicate millions of dollars and thousands of work hours to protect and enhance fish, wildlife and plant ecosystems. As part of hydropower operations, we've also built 14 parks that serve more than 3 million visitors each year.
Rated by Sunset Magazine as one of the top 20 Western DREAM TOWNS and by Forbes in 2017 as one of the top 25 places to retire, Wenatchee is a recreational paradise with an abundance of adventure. The natural scenic beauty of the Wenatchee Valley provides a vivid backdrop to its thriving economy, where the quality of life is high and the climate is moderate with four distinct seasons, including more than 200 days of sunshine!
We are a small town to some and big city to others. We invest in our children and believe that education is the key to our future success.
We live a life of abundant choices and enjoy water sports on the Wenatchee and Columbia rivers, hiking, biking, rock climbing and unlimited golfing. Downhill and cross-country skiing are just minutes away. The area is also known for producing quality wines.
Consider Chelan PUD as a career choice today! The community is waiting for you.
Chelan PUD is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce. M/F/Vet/Disabled
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SALARY RANGE
In addition to a competitive salary range in the low $200,000s (based on qualifications, skills and abilities), Chelan PUD employees also enjoy outstanding benefits which include the option of a zero cost medical plan (medical, dental and vision for all eligible dependents), short and long-term disability, Washington State Public Employee's Retirement System, Deferred Compensation (with company matching funds up to 5%), 11 holidays and initial personal leave accrual at 27 days per year.
Introductory Period: New employees holding regular positions must complete an introductory period of twelve months.
JOB POSTING
JOB PURPOSE:
This position reports to the General Manager and has primary responsibility for energy trading and marketing strategy development, overall direction and management of energy trading and marketing commercial activities, including portfolio integrity, risk and capital allocation, product development and structuring, and business development activities. This position also oversees customer energy service programs. This position works closely with the General Manager in developing district strategy, forecasting financial performance of the front office and structuring strategic partnerships or energy asset acquisitions. This position is also required to report on business strategy performance to the Board of Commissioners. Provides direction to management staff; prioritizes resources consistent with the objectives of the Energy Resources Group; and functions as a member of the Senior Management team.
JOB FUNCTION: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the job satisfactorily. Essential functions (EF) are those activities that, if not performed, would significantly and fundamentally alter the position.
No. % of Time Job Functions
1. EF 25% Provides overall direction for Energy Trading, Origination, and Transmission Analysis functions.
2. EF 20% Develops and implements the long-and-short range strategic and tactical plans for Customer Energy Services, which is responsible for conservation, energy efficiency, customer solar programs, interruptible loads and other similar programs and technologies.
3. EF 10% Monitors, anticipates, and seeks to influence emerging issues affecting the energy market. Rapidly identifies when strategies are not working and takes corrective action.
4. EF 10% Ensures the management of multiple commodities in an integrated fashion to optimize return on capital at risk.
5. EF 10% Anticipates and develops new products and services for customers and power purchasers. Identifies market opportunities for new products and services and works with the risk management to develop and properly price the offerings.
6. EF 10% Supports, through the power marketing program, the protection of the District’s natural resource and recreation programs associated with hydropower assets. Ensures programs comply with Federal regulations. Manages stakeholder relations.
7. EF 5% Develops the processes for identifying energy assets that can enhance the District’s strategic position in the market.
8. EF 5% Ensures continued process improvement within the group to maximize profits, resources and minimize risk, time and costs.
9. EF 5% Serves on the Risk Management Committee contributing expertise toward the overall management of District risk. Works with other departments in the District to improve information flow and decision making.
10. EF Ongoing Maintain regular and predictable attendance. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
11. EF Ongoing Drive a motorized vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervises two (2) subordinate directors and one (1) manager who supervise a total of 21 employees in the Energy, Planning and Trading and the Customer Energy Services departments. Also supervises one individual contributor. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the division. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
QUALIFICATIONS: The qualifications listed below are representative of those required, but reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Education:
A Bachelor's degree (B. S., B. A.) from four-year college or university is required, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates with an Master's degree or CFA are preferred.
Experience:
Requires a minimum of 10 years energy/utility industry and environmental management experience. Candidates with seven (7) years progressively responsible experience in energy marketing & trading, with experience in deal structuring, working with investors/counterparties to make trading deals, working with counterparties to develop and sell new energy related products, or similar activities are preferred. Candidates lacking energy marketing & trading experience, who have diverse industry management experience will also be considered.
Specific KSA's: A fully skilled incumbent will have the following specific knowledge, skills, and abilities:
· In-depth knowledge of electric power market fundamentals, particularly in the Pacific Northwest, as well as technical indicators (can rapidly identify when strategies need to be adjusted).
· Working knowledge of hydropower operations and characteristics
· Working knowledge of financial principles and practices (risk attribution and structuring).
· Working knowledge of portfolio theory and practice (risk/capital allocation).
· Ability to refocus strategies, when appropriate, to take advantage of market opportunities in a rapidly changing environment.
· Proven analytical and problem resolution skills, focusing on process solutions rather than “band-aids.”
· Working knowledge of risk oversight and internal control processes within a trading organization.
· Strong verbal, written and influencing skills.
· Proven leadership and managerial skills of people, resources, and time.
· Sound political acumen and ability to grasp complex multi-faceted issues.
· Excellent attention to detail.
· Proven ability to manage heavy and varied workload, displaying a positive approach to challenges and problem solving.
· Knowledge of Control Area operation and regulatory requirements for an entity with generation, transmission, and load.
· Knowledge of environmental best practices and regulations.
· High level knowledge of the various government structures and their regulatory drivers.
· Working knowledge of the District’s strategic plans and objectives.
Language Skills:
Candidate must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.
Computers & Equipment: A fully skilled incumbent will have the ability to utilize the following software, hardware, or equipment:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Outlook email software; Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet software and Microsoft Word Processing software.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear and travel frequently via commercial carriers. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Extensive travel may be required.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: An employee may not be hired or transferred to a job, or continue in a job if currently employed, if they do not satisfy the following job requirements. These District requirements cannot be waived by supervisors.