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Energy Market Supervisor - Market Analysis at City of Austin

Energy Market Supervisor - Market Analysis

City of Austin · Austin, TX, US

6 days ago

Energy Market Supervisor - Market Analysis

City of Austin · Austin, TX, US

6 days ago
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About the Role

Supervises staff and functions in one or more areas associated with energy market and operations, focusing on developing and integrating tools for robust analysis and strategic recommendations in market operations, congestion management, trading, and risk management.

Responsibilities

  • Supervises staff and functions including wholesale energy marketing and dispatching, energy market systems development and implementation, wholesale market analysis, and energy risk management.
  • Supervises Qualified Scheduling Entity (QSE) trading and operations functions, including day-ahead, real-time and forward market activities.
  • Supervises staff participation in proposed ERCOT market design, rule making changes, and the development process.
  • Ensures compliance with ERCOT and NERC protocols and guides, and other applicable regulations.
  • Serves as representative of Austin Energy and the City of Austin to ERCOT, generation partners, resource owners, energy marketers, and energy industry counterparties.
  • Develops and implements policies, processes, procedures, and tools to support wholesale market operations.
  • Monitors and engages in wholesale market activities, including fuel purchasing and power marketing, and analyzes QSE bid/offer practices, fuel price forecasts, and market trends to minimize costs, maximize asset and resource value, and meet operational needs.
  • Implements and evaluates programs such as generation dispatch and generation management systems, wholesale energy market analysis, energy risk management, fuel procurement, and power marketing.
  • Develops electric system generation simulations and production costing models.
  • Evaluates the economics of projects related to renewable energy conservation and other projects.
  • Develops technical specifications and standards, and reviews, analyzes, and interprets plans, specifications, and other related documents.
  • Manages and negotiates contracts, reviews progress reports, verifies final quantities and costs, reviews change orders, and audits as-built records.
  • Serves as liaison between consultants, contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, and the City of Austin with respect to energy market operations.
  • Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, and recommendation for dismissal.

Requirements

  • Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
  • Graduation with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, plus six (6) years of related work experience.
  • Master’s degree may substitute for experience up to one (1) year.
  • PhD may substitute for experience up to two (2) years.
  • Leadership experience across diverse technical areas within power market analysis.
  • In-depth knowledge of ERCOT wholesale market operations, including analysis of Locational Marginal Prices (LMPs) and congestion management.
  • Experience with modeling transmission systems, energy markets, and utility operations using security-constrained unit commitment and economic dispatch models (e.g., UPLAN, Aurora, PROMOD).
  • Proficiency in analytical software and programming languages such as R, Python, or other scripting languages, as well as business intelligence tools like Tableau or Microsoft Power BI.
  • Experience preparing and delivering reports and presentations in a utility environment.
  • This position requires a criminal background investigation.
  • This position will require a NERC Clearance.
  • This position requires the use of an ERCOT Digital Certificate (EDC) and therefore will require a Security Review.

Skills

  • Knowledge of supervisory and management techniques.
  • Knowledge of ERCOT and NERC operating protocols and guidelines.
  • Knowledge of power plant and transmission system dispatch operations and power and fuel markets.
  • Knowledge of energy risk management practices.
  • Skill in the use, development, or support of software and equipment used to manage energy market operations.
  • Skill in effective oral and written communication.
  • Skill in analyzing data and the use of analytical software.
  • Ability to lead, train, and supervise subordinates.
  • Ability to work independently and in teams.

Location

  • 4815 Mueller Blvd., Austin, TX 78723

Work Type

  • Onsite
  • Alternate work location

Experience Level

  • Six (6) years of related work experience
  • Master’s degree may substitute for experience up to one (1) year
  • PhD may substitute for experience up to two (2) years
  • Leadership experience

Education Level

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • Master’s degree
  • PhD

Salary/Compensations

  • Based on experience and approved City of Austin pay scales/ranges

Benefits

  • Generous leave
  • Work-life balance programs
  • Extensive benefits
  • City of Austin Employees' Retirement System
  • Access to public transit
  • Bike-friendly infrastructure
  • Wellness programs
  • On-site fitness centers
  • Mental health support
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Leadership opportunities

About the Company

  • At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities.
  • As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – that anchor our delivery of services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites.
  • Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee.
  • Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.
  • Work in an environment where employees are valued, and innovation thrives.
  • Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
  • Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
  • Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
  • Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.
  • Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.
  • By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country.

Equal Opportunity

  • The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation.
  • In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
  • City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.