Power System Scheduler
Location: Modesto
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Power System Scheduler Salary $129,084.80 - $165,256.00 Annually
Location Modesto, CA Job Type Full Time Regular Job Number
60-2025-03 Department Power Scheduling Division Electric Resources
Opening Date 06/13/2025 Closing Date 6/27/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Description The Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting
to fill one full-time regular position in the Power Scheduling
Department, Electric Resources Division, to forecast and monitor
short term system load requirements, schedule available energy
resources to meet electrical system load requirements reliably and
economically, negotiate (broker) interchange transaction
arrangements with other utilities to maximize economic benefits of
power/transmission sales and purchases, and as per the NERC
Reliability Standards requirement for a Transmission Operator as
defined by NERC, maintain the responsibility and authority to
implement real-time actions to ensure the stability and reliable
operations of the Bulk Electric System Any Qualified Individual May
Apply. This is a non-exempt position and is allocated to the
Utility Services and Maintenance Bargaining Unit. The list
established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill
other Power System Scheduler vacancies that may occur within the
District through May 13, 2026. Examples of Duties Duties may
include, but are not limited to, the following: Interpret and
administer purchase power agreements to meet the District's and
other utility entities energy needs and contractual requirements
Perform system load forecasting and economic analysis Coordinate
and perform electric generation and water control, and power
purchase/sales to meet system load demands Perform account
settlement activities Train and be cross-trained on all aspects of
scheduling operation, generation control and account settlement;
maintain reports, records, logs and operating data to meet District
and other regulatory agency requirements Coordinate generation and
transmission outages with District personnel and outside agencies
Maintain communication with District personnel, other agencies and
the public Respond appropriately to directives from the Balancing
Authority or designee and the Reliability Coordinator Assist in
capital and O&M budget preparation, assist in design,
development and implementation of computer programs This position
may involve shift, weekend, and holiday work including the
possibility of 8, 10 or 12-hour rotating and/or relief shifts Other
Related Duties Other duties as assigned Typical Qualifications Any
combination of education, experience, knowledge and abilities may
satisfy the necessary minimum qualifications. A typical way to
obtain the education, experience, knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Graduation from an
accredited four (4) year college or university with a degree in
mathematics, business, accounting, engineering or related field
preferred. Must be NERC Certified as a Transmission Operator, as
defined by NERC, within two (2) years of hire date. Experience: Two
(2) years experience in bulk power scheduling and planning,
transaction accounting and/or power marketing or other related
experience. Knowledge of: Knowledge of efficient water and power
system resource scheduling Electrical theory and mathematics
Principles of energy accounting, power interchange transactions and
interconnected utility operations District safety rules Power
system operation and generation procedures Power transfer
capabilities and limits Ability to: Ability to prepare clear,
complete and concise reports Perform statistical data analysis
Follow oral and written instructions Work cooperatively and
communicate effectively with others Ability to learn and use
computer spreadsheets and specialized software Special Requirement:
Must have a valid California Class C driver license. Must maintain
NERC certification as required for a Transmission Operator as
defined by NERC. Supplemental Information Qualified applicants must
submit a completed District application to be received no later
than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 27, 2025. Applications will be
reviewed on a comparative basis and only those most qualified will
be invited to continue in the selection process, which will consist
of an overall assessment of the individual's skills through (1)
written exam; (2) oral interview; and (3) review of personnel file
and contacting of references to include current and former
supervisors. The applicant must perform successfully in each phase
of the recruitment in order to continue in the recruitment process.
Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application
process may contact Human Resources at (209) 526-7341. California
Relay Service is available at (800) 735-2922 voice and (800)
735-2929 TDD. The Modesto Irrigation District is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to
apply. THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE
VERIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED AND PASS A COMPLETE
BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO BEGINNING WORK. INFORMATION CONTAINED IN
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. recblid
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Keywords: , North Highlands , Power System Scheduler, Energy / Utilities , Modesto, California
