Introduction

The Maryland Public Service Commission is seeking a Senior Advisor to the Commissioners, focusing on policy matters related to PJM Interconnection, Inc. (PJM) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) that impact Maryland. This position will directly support the Commissioners by conducting research and providing advice on various policy, legal, and technical issues, as well as performing other duties. Excellent written and verbal analytical and communications skills are required to perform the duties of this position. The Commission is looking for three experts in PJM and FERC matters with backgrounds in either engineering, economics, or law.

GRADE

9990

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Public Service Commission
6 Saint Paul Street

Baltimore, MD 21202

POSITION DUTIES

This Advisor role will directly support the Commissioners, conducting research and providing advice on various technical/policy issues, as well as other duties.
• Providing support, assistance and recommendations in matters relating to energy, focused on FERC and PJM, and in other matters before the Commission.
• Participating in Commissioner meetings, administrative meetings, and hearings.
• Participating in relevant meetings, stakeholder groups, and proceedings related to PJM and before FERC.
• Preparing reports and handling sensitive projects for the Commissioners.

This is a Political Special Appointment position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university, in engineering, economics, law, or related degree.

Experience: Four years of experience performing legal, utility, energy, engineering, or economic policy analysis or related duties.

AND

Two years of experience working on issues related to PJM and/or FERC.

Note: An advanced degree may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• A Graduate Degree or Juris Doctorate.
• Ratemaking experience at state regulatory commission, consumer advocate, or utility.
• Knowledge and a practical understanding of electricity and gas industries and wholesale markets.
• Knowledge and practical understanding of FERC and PJM and the Federal Power Act.
• Knowledge of transmission planning or operations or power plant operations.
• Knowledge of PJM Tariff, Reliability Assurance Agreement, and Operating Agreement and Manuals.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The evaluation may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at [email protected] or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.