Program Manager - Regional Markets - Remote

Overview

The California Independent System Operator (ISO) manages the flow of electricity across the high-voltage, long-distance power lines that make up 80 percent of California's power grid. We safeguard the economy and well-being of 30 million Californians by operating the grid reliably 24/7.

As the impartial grid operator, the California ISO opens access to the wholesale power market that is designed to diversify resources and lower prices. It also grants equal access to 25,865 circuit-miles of power lines and reduces barriers to diverse resources competing to bring power to customers.

The California ISO's function is often compared to that of air traffic controllers. It would be grossly unfair for air traffic controllers to represent one airline and profit from allowing that company's planes to go through before others. In the same way, the California ISO operates independently—managing the electron traffic on a power grid we do not own—making sure electricity is safely delivered to utilities and consumers on time and reliably.

Relocation assistance is available.

In Short

• Responsible for the successful delivery of strategic programs.
• Provides leadership and coordination across the organization.
• Plans and manages programs and related organizational change management.
• Develops evaluation methods to assess program strengths.
• Manages program scope, schedule, budget, and risks.
• Facilitates program-level communications for stakeholders.
• Leads assigned project managers and teams.
• Ensures timely decision-making for projects.
• Requires strong leadership and management abilities.
• Experience in the electric utility industry is preferred.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of related experience, including 5 years at lead level.
• PMI certification preferred.
• Strong leadership and management abilities.
• Project Management experience required.
• Knowledge of electric power systems and markets.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Must handle a dynamic and changing work environment.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance available.
• Confidentiality of information according to EEO guidelines.