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The Power System Dispatcher (Trainer) has primary responsibility for administration of the dispatcher training and switchman certification programs. The incumbent provides switchman training to both Western and non-Western personnel. The incumbent is responsible for providing initial training to new power system dispatchers and trainees, and for providing established power system dispatchers with ongoing power system operation and tools training.
Learn more about this agency01/06/2020 to 01/13/2020
$115,163 - $154,422 per year
AD 04 - 05
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Occasional travel - Occasional travel of up to 5-10% annually is required; with overnight travel possible during all or part of that time in order to visit substation facilities and regional operating centers and participate in industry learning events or teams.
No
Permanent - Full Time
Full-time - Permanent
Competitive
05
No
Yes
PMA-20-WA-083-DE
555703000
The incumbent will be the subject matter expert in the duties associated with the application of a systematic approach to training process including but not limited to training design, development, and delivery; training others in a wide variety of fields and knowledge related to power delivery and power system (grid) operations. Serves on industry teams within NERC, Regional Entity, Western, and other organizations. Utilizes a systematic approach to training. Develops, delivers and evaluates initial and continuous training needs of power system dispatch and other electrical power utility system personnel to support regulatory compliance and maintain NERC System Operator Certification requirements. Develops, implements, and maintains a comprehensive training program to assure power system transmission system operators and maintenance personnel, as well as power plant operators and maintenance personnel are fully trained on NERC Standards; FERC Orders; and DOE/Western policies, procedures, and guidelines; and use of applicable tools.
At the AD-4 level, the incumbent will be given developmental assignments in order to serve as a subject matter expert in both sub-discipline of power operations as well as training methodologies to teach the sub-disciplines to various student populations. Assignments will be reviewed by a supervisor in the developmental areas for technical accuracy, and assigned work will be of a less complex nature where the incumbent will be given more guidance, direction, examples, and precedent to draw from in the completion of work, in comparison to the AD-5 position.
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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 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: This experience is progressively responsible and concerned primarily with system operations of a large power system (100-kV or above).
Specialized Experience Requirements for the AD-4 Level
To qualify for the AD-4 level, you must have 1 year of: 1) Power system operator experience, equivalent to the AD-3 level, with centralized SCADA/EMS control and decision-making responsibilities to maintain adherence to NERC reliability standards of a power system with 100-kV or higher voltage transmission lines, substations, and interconnections to other utilities.
Specialized Experience Requirements for the AD-5 Level
To qualify for AD-5 level, you must have 1 year of: 1)Power system operator experience, equivalent to the AD-4 level (journey), with centralized SCADA/EMS control and decision-making responsibilities to maintain adherence to NERC reliability standards of a power system with 100-kV or higher voltage transmission lines, substations, and interconnections to other utilities; or 2) Engineering experience (with engineering degree, or certification as either EI, (Engineering Intern), EIT (Engineer in Training), or PE (Professional Engineer), equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in power system design, planning, maintenance, construction, SCADA, EMS, or operations. or 3) Instructor/teaching experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in power system design, planning, maintenance, construction, SCADA, EMS, or operations. Use of NERC’s Systematic Approach to Training (SAT), or other equivalent training models, is preferable.
Your application and resume should demonstrate that you possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs). Do not provide a separate narrative written statement. Rather, you must describe in your application how your past work experience demonstrates that you possess the KSAs identified below. Cite specific examples of employment or experience contained in your resume and describe how this experience has prepared you to successfully perform the duties of this position. DO NOT write "see resume" in your application!
"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
EDUCATION:
For this position, education cannot be substituted for experience.
Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.
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Your application is rated based on the extent and quality of your experience, education (when applicable), and training as described in your resume and applicant assessment. Your credentials are measured against the established duties of the position at the grade level(s) being advertised.
The quality categories are usually defined as "Best Qualified", "Well Qualified", and "Qualified", although they may differ slightly based on individual agency policy.
If you are eligible for career transition assistance plans such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the definition of "well qualified" which is defined as having a score of 85 or better.
If you are a Veteran Preference eligible candidate, you will be listed at the top of whichever quality category your rating places you in. CP/CPS veterans are placed at the top of the highest category for all positions except professional and scientific positions at GS-9 and higher.
If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses you provided in your online questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score may be adjusted accordingly.
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ALL APPLICANTS: You must submit a resume supporting your specialized experience and responses to the online questionnaire.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/555703000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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