Alliant Energy

Senior System Ops Training Specialist

LocationMadison, WI
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$83,000-$115,000

About This Job


Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy!

At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.


Job Summary

The Senior System Operations Training Specialist, where you'll lead the development, delivery, and ongoing enhancement of the Generation Dispatch Center (GDC) System Operator Training program—ensuring compliance with NERC Reliability Standards and advancing operator excellence through continuing education.


What you will do

Utilizes the Systematic Approach to Training method to design, develop, implement, and maintain a System Operator training program for new and existing System Operators to ensure full compliance with all applicable NERC, Midwest Reliability Organization (MRO), and Midcontinent Independent Transmission System Operator (MISO) standards.
Designs, develops, and maintains assessment tools for each training session, while adhering to NERC continuing education requirements, to evaluate the effectiveness of training.
Documents all system operator training activities and NERC Certified continuing education hours (CEH) to ensure all system operators maintain the appropriate NERC certifications.
Conducts training needs assessments, including conferring with management and staff, to identify specific skills and knowledge gaps and training objectives.
Develops and administers NERC approved individual learning activities (ILA).
Coordinates system restoration drills and other regional training activities or events.
Monitors information and developments in emerging technologies, trends, and training techniques while maintaining awareness of current NERC, MRO, and MISO requirements.
Attends train-the-trainer events to improve training skills.
Provides assistance to NERC compliance related activities, including the development and revisions of procedures, policies, protocols, or operating guidelines to maintain compliance. Provides documentation and support during the NERC compliance audit process.
Engages in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy’s Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.


Education Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Emphasis in engineering, communications, education, training, or related area Preferred
Certification NERC System Operator Certification required or must be obtained within six months Required


Required Experience

5 years of experience in the utility industry with an operational or training background.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of electric power system operations, generation and transmission systems, SCADA applications, and NERC compliance.
Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to deliver training materials to all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to facilitate group discussions and lead meetings and drills.
Ability to evaluate and assess learning and adjust training materials and delivery as needed.
Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of training operations personnel.
Demonstrated effective planning and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).
Ability to work in a diverse work environment.


Key Skills

Content Curation • Continual Improvement Process • Curriculum Development • Data Interpretations • Learning Assessments • Learning Management Systems • Learning Strategies • Training Delivery Management • Vendor Management

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.


Pay Range:


$83,000 - $115,000

This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.

It's not just what we do; it's how we do it.

Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold

Alliant Energy is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Alliant Energy and subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email


talent@alliantenergy.com


.

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