Senior Energy Market Analyst - Denton, United States - City of Denton
Description
This requisition expires on May 5, 2024, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date.
Denton Municipal Electric, an entity within City of Denton, is looking for an Energy Market Analyst that is knowledgeable in the wholesale energy market.
This position is responsible for analysis, operational management and commercial execution within Energy Management Organization for the DME energy portfolio and its QSE in ERCOT.
The portfolio comprises the customer load requirements and the supply resources including dispatchable generation and renewable resources, wholesale markets and congestion.
Key areas of focus will be impacts of market changes and the utilization of tools to facilitate optimal outcomes.Essential Job Functions:
Actively participates with members of the energy management function in delivering reliable wholesale energy supplies to Denton Municipal Electric at competitive prices, which includes analysis of short-term through long-term load serving requirementsProvides thought leadership for the implementation and integration of market tools to analyze the ERCOT wholesale energy market consisting of complex programs and algorithmsAnalysis of future market impacts due to Nodal Protocols Revision Requests (NPRRs)
Understands the fundamentals of energy market modeling, energy analytics, and back-cast analysisFamiliarity with ERCOTs Nodal Protocols and financial settlement conceptsProvides thought leadership for designing, constructing, and implementing dashboard screens that inform the Day Ahead and Real Time desk of current market conditionsParticipates as a thought leader and as a contributing team member with the development and implementation of DMEs wholesale energy operating strategies, inclusive of scheduling and biddingLeads and performs complex analyses to project market trends based on current and future market conditions and operationsDesigns, develops, implements, and maintains complex analyses that includes analysis from database queries via finished products/web publicationsAssists with presentations and backup documentation as needed for various City of Denton and Denton Municipal Electric boards, commissions, and councilsParticipates as a thought leader and as a contributing team member for decisions that may impact DMEConducts research, provides technical expertise, and participates in the ERCOT market design and development processMaintains regular and punctual on-site attendanceAdditional Duties:
Performs other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications /
Acceptable Equivalency:
A Bachelors degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or Engineering with 8 years of previous work experience in the ERCOT market, 3 years of which should be in the wholesale market (Zonal or Nodal)
ORA Masters Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or Engineering with 6 years of previous work experience in the ERCOT market, 2 years of which should be in the wholesale market (Zonal or Nodal)ORAny combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the jobCompetencies:
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performedKnowledge of wholesale fuel, electric markets and evolving industry and regulatory developments in ERCOTKnowledge of systems used to forecast, evaluate and transact business in the wholesale fuel and energy marketsKnowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methodsKnowledge of Federal, State, Local laws, and ordinances governing fuel and energy marketsSkill in planning, organizing, and managing multiple complex projects concurrentlySkill in oral and written communicationSkill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing workSkill in using computers and related software applicationsSkill in data analysis and problem solvingAbility to work with frequent interruptions and changes in prioritiesAbility to quickly recognize and analyze irregular eventsThorough understanding of technical requirements for electric system operations and planningOperation of the following equipment: Personal computer with Windows operating system, Microsoft Office (applications for word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations), and Microsoft Outlook email systemExcellent organizational skills with the ability to apply them to activities tracking, documentation and project managementAbility to prioritize tasks and work efficiently to cope with many deadlinesAbility to demonstrate energy market knowledge and analysis capabilities through a pre-employment screening examinationAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writingPreferences:Proven track record of performing highly complex analytics in energy marketsConditions of Employment:Must have and maintain a valid Class C Drivers License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class C drivers license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)Must pass a drug test, drivers license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification checkThis job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract.
Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.ADA/EOE/ADEA#J-18808-Ljbffr