Transmission Policy Administrator

Transmission Policy Administrator

Join our team at East River Electric Power Cooperative! Are you driven by the challenge of shaping transmission policy and planning? Join our operations leadership team as the Transmission Policy Administrator, where your expertise and forward-thinking vision will really make a difference. In this role, you'll lead our transmission policy team, helping set our cooperative's strategic direction and keeping us on track with important compliance standards-all while making sure we deliver reliable and affordable power to our members. You'll actively collaborate with regional transmission organizations (RTOs) such as Southwest Power Pool (SPP) and Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), building strong relationships and playing an active part in shaping transmission policy. Whether you're engaging with RTO stakeholders, keeping up with changing RTO policy, or representing our cooperative's interests through regional meetings and initiatives, your voice and leadership will matter every day.

At East River Electric Power Cooperative we're dedicated to providing reliable and affordable wholesale power to our members across 40,000 square miles of service area. As a not-for-profit generation and transmission cooperative, we provide electricity to 24 rural electric distribution cooperatives and one municipally owned electric system serving eastern South Dakota and western Minnesota. Our members, in turn, power the lives of the member-owners in their service territories.

Our Cooperative Community

As a cooperative, we do things differently! The decisions we make are made with our members in mind. We've built our foundation on Touchstone Energy's four cooperative values: integrity, accountability, innovation, and commitment to community. These values represent the cooperative difference, which is why we value things like community outreach, teamwork, and work-life balance. The unique cooperative business model is designed to provide both growth and stability. This is just a little insight into why our members trust us to provide safe, reliable, and affordable power and service every day.

This incredible job opportunity awaits you at our main campus in Madison, South Dakota. Madison offers a warm and welcoming small-town atmosphere combined with modern amenities that make it the perfect place for you and your family. Take advantage of great resources like the state-of-the-art Madison Regional Hospital, experience the innovative campus of Dakota State University, enjoy a thriving community center, and more. With two stunning lakes nearby, recreational opportunities are abundant, and you'll be just a short drive away from many of eastern South Dakota's most popular attractions.

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What You'll Accomplish

As a valued member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference every day. Your education, skills, and experience will be put to excellent use, contributing to our mission of delivering exceptional wholesale power to our members. You'll work alongside passionate professionals who embody the cooperative values of integrity, accountability, innovation, and commitment to community. We believe in investing in your growth and development, which is why we offer paid training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. In this position you will:

- Direct East River's transmission policy activities and compliance programs.

- Lead interactions and partnerships with Southwest Power Pool (SPP), Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), and other utilities.

- Oversee compliance with reliability standards set by FERC, NERC, and MRO.

- Manage transmission planning processes, including system upgrades, reports, and studies.

- Oversee regulatory rate processes and tariff filings.

- Identify and research emerging regulatory requirements and transmission contracts.

- Communicate and support engineering and operational issues for East River and its member systems.

- Promote a positive safety culture, setting clear performance goals, and fostering professional development within your team.

- Communicate complex technical information in a way that's clear and easy to understand.

Showcase Your Knowledge, Abilities, and Expertise. Do you have?

- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field

- At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in utility planning, engineering, operations, or RTO activities

- Professional Engineering License in South Dakota and Minnesota

- Strong knowledge of RTO structures, policy, and market mechanisms

- Effective written and verbal communication skills-you'll need to articulate ideas clearly!

- Sharp analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail

- Leadership skills to inspire, coach, and develop others

- Ability to build constructive relationships in collaboration with internal and external teams

- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office products and computer technology

Benefits that Matter

At East River, we value your well-being and want you to thrive. That's why we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

- Retirement pension plan and contribution to a 401(k) savings plan

- Medical insurance with employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA)

- Paid training and development opportunities

- Access to a wellness program and financial planning resources

- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

- 9/80 work schedule, which gives you every other Friday off to encourage a work-life balance.

Want to learn more about East River? Visit our website's career pages and hear what our current employees have to say.

Questions? Contact hr@eastriver.coop or (605) 256-4536.

Position is open until filled, with initial interviews expected to begin during the week of October 27.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.