Supervisor-T&D Ops Training/Certifications

Company Summary Statement

As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities — PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy — provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL’s companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today.

Identify the training needs of the Transmission Operations Department and direct the development, implementation, and maintenance of training programs for new and existing Transmission System Operations (TSOs), TCC Supervisors, and other members of the department as directed. Establish and direct the training program so that it meets or exceeds the standards established to enable TSOs to achieve and maintain the required NERC and PJM certifications. Ensure that PPL training meets or exceeds readiness standards directed by NERC. Serve as a technical resource for other departments on topics related to Transmission Operations. Direct the creation of new training programs to meet changing departmental responsibilities.

- Direct and coordinate the development, preparation, and delivery of training courses for new and existing Transmission Operations personnel. Ensure internal compliance with FERC, NERC, PJM, ISO-NE, and PPL requirements. Monitor training methods and requirements at peer utilities to ensure use of “best practices”.

- Lead a team of Transmission Operations trainers by setting expectations, monitoring performance, and developing the team to continue striving towards excellence.

- Support the development of Transmission System Operator candidates to ensure adequate staffing of the department. Direct and coordinate the development, preparation and delivery of the Initial Training Program (ITP) as required to support this goal.

- Obtain NERC accreditation for PPL training courses, where applicable, to ensure TSOs receive the mandatory Continuing Education Hours (CEH’s) of annual training. Represent PPL as a Peer Review Expert in the NERC CEH approval process.

- Direct the development and delivery of Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS) scenarios. Plan and execute individually tailored training sessions using the simulator to maintain ISO-NE/PJM/NERC certification skill levels for all TSOs.

- Support the development and maintaining of the training program manuals and other support documentation in support of PPL’s NERC compliance program. Provide expertise and support of Event Analysis to support the continuous learning and improvement of the department as a core member of the Transmission Operations leadership team.

- Represent PPL as part of industry and technical training groups, including the North American Transmission Forum (NATF), the Dispatcher Training Subcommittee (DTS) with PJM, and the Joint Training Task Force (JTTF) with ISO-NE.

- Direct the design, development and implementation of the annual Transmission Operations training seminar.

- Coordinate PPL participation in drills of PJM Emergency Procedures and System Restoration plans. Coordinate and support the development of ISO-NE Cycle Training.

- Develop or acquire industry standard training materials.

- Direct the design, development, and implementation of training programs for new tools or applications made available to Transmission Operations.

- Direct the design, development, and implementation of training programs relevant to Transmission Operations for audiences outside the Transmission control Center, as required.

- All positions in which driving is an essential function of the job, regardless of if the job code is safety sensitive or not, will also be included as safety sensitive.

- May be assigned an Electric Utilities emergency and storm role. This is a special assignment that comes into play during storms and other emergencies when the company needs to restore power or respond to other issues affecting customer service. This role may necessitate the need to work after-hours, outside of your normal schedule.

- The company reserves the right to determine if this position will be assigned to work on-site, remotely, or a combination of both. Assigned work location may change. In the case of remote work, physical presence in the office/on-site may be required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.

- Performs other duties as assigned

- Comply with all policies and standards

Qualifications

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Bachelor's Degree

- 5+ years of experience in Transmission and Distribution Operations. - 3+ years of experience as a Transmission System Operator, System Operator, trainer, or equivalent field

- Experience leading, coaching, and developing a team of individuals towards department goals and deliverables

Licenses / Certifications / Other Qualifications Licenses/Certifications:

- Driver License, Valid and in State Required