Power System Coordinator

Power System Coordinator

Description

Power System Coordinator - ACC

Birmingham, AL

These positions will be filled at exempt level 04, 05, or 06 depending on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. A Power System Coordinator has the ultimate responsibility and accountability for the integrity of Alabama Power Company's (APC) electrical transmission system by making critical decisions regarding system operations while keeping the Bulk Power System safe and reliable. Additional responsibilities include:

• Manage and direct field employees in performing switching operations
• Monitor and operate the Network Transmission/Sub Transmission systems and other transmission lines and facilities
• Assess operating situations
• Coordinate generation resources and operate hydro resources

Candidates with the following preferred qualifications are encouraged to apply:

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Graduate or Undergraduate degree in Engineering OR
• Technical certificate/Associate's degree OR
• Extensive experience in transmission or distribution system operations including construction (lines or subs), maintenance (lines or subs), and/or protection & control
• Current work experience within APC Power Delivery is a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Working knowledge and/or experience in the construction, maintenance, operation, or protection and control of APC's Generating and Transmission electric system
• Knowledge of protective relays, relaying schemes, and control systems
• Must be capable of managing stressful situations
• Ability to multi-task and competently manage work with constantly changing priorities and minimal supervision
• Knowledge of division/district organization and distribution operations
• Detailed understanding of electric system operation, theory, and practices
• Working knowledge of hydro generation plant operations and reservoir management
• Adaptability to the rigors of shift work

Required Certification(s) and Initial Training:

• Comprehension of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Reliability Standards will be required for certification of APC's Power System Coordinators.
• Successful candidate must:
• Currently possess an active certification from NERC in the areas of Transmission Operator or Reliability Coordinator, or
• Successfully complete the rigorous national technical examination administered by NERC in the areas of Transmission Operator or Reliability Coordinator within one year of being awarded this position.
• Successfully complete internal new-hire training and be deemed qualified to assume operational shift within one year of being awarded this position.

Behavioral Attributes:

• The successful candidate must exhibit a high awareness of safety, demonstrate initiative, leadership, and be creative in developing solutions to problems
• The successful candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to multi-task within a team environment to achieve desired results in the areas of shareholder values and customer satisfaction
• The successful candidate must be able to build close working relationships with other coordinators, Construction, Maintenance, Protection and Control, Distribution Operations, Marketing, Generating Plants, Transmission Planning, and Bulk Power Operations
• Exercise effective authority to call out employees for overtime, as necessary

Other Requirements:

• The successful candidate will be awarded the job only after the successful completion of the Standards of Conduct, NERC CIP and Insider Threat Program requirements.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Field: Engineering

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Alabama-Metro Birmingham/Eastern AL-Birmingham

Operating Company: Alabama Power Company

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to): Yes, 25 % of the Time

Work Location(s):

APC Corporate Headquarters - 600 North 18th Street (600BIRMINGHAM)

600 North 18th Street

Birmingham, 35203

Req ID: APC2007772