Headquartered in Sioux Falls, SD Missouri River Energy Services is a joint action agency supporting our 61 member municipalities that own and operate their own electric distribution systems. We are dedicated to supplying our members with reliable, cost-effective, long-term energy and energy services in a fiscally responsible and environmentally effective manner. MRES offers an outstanding work environment. We provide competitive wages and comprehensive/low-cost benefit package with unique offerings. Learn more about us by viewing our website at http://www.mrenergy.com.
In this position, you will be part of the Energy Scheduling Team who operates on a 24×7 basis. The Energy scheduler is responsible for:
- Monitoring the MRES load and resource positions in electric markets
- Evaluating marketing and scheduling options to optimize its market position
- Scheduling generation and load requirements
- Directing, oversight, and operations of generation resources to meet energy and reliability needs
Additional responsibilities include:
- Communicating and interacting with regional transmission organizations such as the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) and Southwest Power Pool (SPP), power companies, natural gas schedulers, and power plant operators on a regular basis.
- Oversight of energy schedule deliveries and market transactions to meet purchase and sales requirements.
- Oversight of energy accounting and reconciliation as necessary with MISO, SPP and other utilities.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Outstanding math and analytical skills.
- Superior diligence.
- High level of initiative and ability to think and act quickly in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated competencies in problem-solving and economical decision making.
- Customer centric approach to build strong relationships.
- Collaborative and flexible work style and the ability to interact well within a team.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Advanced knowledge of Excel is a plus.
- Associate’s Degree, or two years of post-high school education in a field related to Energy, Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, or Business. Bachelor’s degree or additional related experience is a plus.
- Ability to work 8 hour or 12 hour rotating shifts.
- Experience in energy scheduling, energy marketing, or power plant operations is desired.
- Strong mechanical and technical energy-related knowledge is a plus.
For consideration, please apply by submitting your resume and a cover letter on our careers website at:
https://careers.mrenergy.com/job/Sioux-Falls-Energy-Scheduler-SD-57101/1146363700/