Job Summary

This position is within the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), Power Services (P), Northwest (NW) Requirements Marketing (PS), Power Account Services (PSS), and Transfer Services (PSST). As a Public Utilities Specialist, you will serve as a technical expert in the acquisition of transmission capacity from third-party transmission providers. You will lead negotiations for complex energy contracts and provide critical analysis and input on policy initiatives vital to regional power access.

Job Description

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level [GS-12] in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: experience working directly with any of the following within either a transmission or power services organization: system operations, policies, tariffs or utility rate structures within the electrical utility industry, with some focus towards development, management or administration of contracts used to acquire transmission or power services from third-party providers. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.