NERC Certified Dispatcher

Cowlitz PUD is the local publicly owned power company for Cowlitz County. We are looking for a NERC Certified Dispatcher to join our team.

You must apply on our hiring website to be considered for this position:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cowlitzpud

You are a great fit if:

- You area technical person, with a NERC certification.

- You like the flexibility of working a rotating schedule with night shifts and day shifts.

- You are good at managing your time and enjoy working independently with a busy workload.

- You want to work at a company whose mission is to give back to the community by providing safe, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy to its customers.

Cowlitz PUD as an employer offers:

- Rotating Dispatch schedule working two 6 am to 6 pm for day shifts and two 6 pm to 6 am for night shifts and then 3 days off.

- Collaborative work environment throughout the entire company.

- Community and Public Service opportunities in Cowlitz County.

- Opportunities for continued learning, career development and professional growth.

Our Strategic Plan:

Through our Strategic Planning process, Cowlitz PUD prioritized the following initiatives for the coming years in accordance with our mission and vision:

Resource Planning

- Ensure an adequate and reliable power supply to meet the electric load requirements and clean energy obligations of Cowlitz PUD and the community.

System Reliability and Security

- Develop and manage Cowlitz PUD’s assets and planning tools to ensure a high level of electric reliability, physical and cyber security, and safety.

Business Efficiency

- Implement business systems to achieve efficient use of Cowlitz PUD’s resources.

Engagement

- Cowlitz PUD will communicate, educate, and engage with its employees, customers, and stakeholders to maintain positive relationships and prepare for future change.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

A Dispatcher is responsible for monitoring, operating, and controlling the District’s transmission and distribution systems with district software. Schedule, prepare and direct all switching of transmission and distribution lines within the district’s system. Responsible for the management of all weekends, holidays and after hours’ calls concerning electrical questions. Maintain system integrity and safe operating conditions for employees and the public.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Must have a high school diploma or equivalency.

- Must be NERC certified with a minimum of four years of experience in a transmission/distribution control center environment.

- Must take the PSP Metrics assessment profile and receive a passing grade.

- Must adhere to the District’s residency requirements for response workers.

- Must be familiar with PC, laptop and tablet functions.

Desirable Qualifications:

- A two (2) year technical degree in electrical technology from an accredited college or a certificate in electrical technology from a vocational/technical school. Successful completion of one or more apprentice programs in electrical field, or equivalent electrical education/experience.

Hiring Process:

Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete.Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:

- Completed NEOGOV online application.

- Supplemental questionnaire responses

- Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications.

- Current résumé indicating relevant experience and education.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80.67 per hour

Expected hours: 48 per week

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Retirement plan

- Tuition reimbursement

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person