Summary

This position is part of the WAPA-SNR-Sierra Nevada Region. As a Supervisory Power System Dispatcher (AGC), you will provide technical support to a power system dispatch function and provide program direction and supervision in a Western Area Power Administration customer region.

Duties

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As a Supervisory Power System Dispatcher, you will:

• • Implement written operating plans, standards, and procedures to be followed in connection with the operation of the power system.
  • Assure the effective and efficient control and operation of the system for the generation and delivery of capacity and energy to customers in coordination with interconnected utilities.
  • Collaborate with different planning units to ensure dispatchers accurately post available transfer capability on the applicable OASIS.
  • Collaborate with the Bureau of Reclamation and/or Corps of Engineers to plan and control daily power system operations, meeting objectives for power, water releases, and delivery based on load and water schedules.
  • Provide advice, counsel, or instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters.
  • Plan work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets, and adjusts short-term priorities, prepares schedules for completion of work.
  • Responsible for the preparation and reconciliation of required daily, monthly and annual operating and data reports.

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level AD-04 (GS-12) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as:

1. Experience in implementing written operating plans and executing real-time power system studies.
2. Experience collaborating with power management authorities to plan and control daily power system operations and maximize transmission system efficiency.
3. Ability to manage a technical control center workforce and assign work, priorities and performance standards

Time-in-Grade: Current career or career-conditional GS employees of the Federal government, or former career or career-conditional GS employees, who have a break in service of less than one year, are required to meet the time-in-grade restriction of one year of Federal experience at the next lower grade, with few exceptions outlined in 5 CFR 300.603(b). Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to current career or career-conditional federal employees applying for a Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment.

Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications.

Education

For this position, education cannot be substituted for experience.

Additional information

• This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE.
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• Applicants may request Reasonable Accommodation (RA) when applying or competing for a job due to a medical condition or to exercise religious beliefs. If you need reasonable accommodation in the application or selection process, please contact the Agency Contact listed on this vacancy announcement.
• If selected, you may be required to complete a one-year supervisory probation period.
• If selection is made at a lower grade, promotion up to the full performance level may be made without further competition. However, promotion(s) will depend on the performance of the incumbent and are not guaranteed.
• Promotion Potential: This position is at the full performance level.
• Upon reporting, and annually thereafter, the selectee may be required to file one or more financial statements and/or a procurement integrity certification. These certifications may be subject to public disclosure.
• The selectee for this position may be eligible to receive a recruitment or relocation incentive. You will need to sign an employment agreement to be eligible for this incentive.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized.
• This position may be eligible for creditable service towards annual leave. Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. DOE may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
• Salary: Salary reflects 2026 AD Pay Scale
  
  • Folsom, CA: $186,232 - $197.200

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.