Bulk Marketing is responsible for long & short-term marketing of surplus power including reserve services, transmission acquisition, resource acquisition, carbon allowance purchases and power scheduling. These are supported by the pricing and analysis, contract administration, settlements, and information management functions. It conducts all BPA non-requirements power marketing functions.
Summary
Bulk Marketing is responsible for long & short-term marketing of surplus power including reserve services, transmission acquisition, resource acquisition, carbon allowance purchases and power scheduling. These are supported by the pricing and analysis, contract administration, settlements, and information management functions. It conducts all BPA non-requirements power marketing functions.
Through setting the strategic surplus marketing and transmission services direction for Bulk Marketing, the Vice President for Bulk Marketing provides executive leadership in the planning, development, and administration of programs, systems, and processes which are functionally critical for Bonneville to manage Bulk Marketing to establish a business environment which results in increased net revenues from bulk power sales and purchases, and to conduct its core business in a cost-effective manner. These responsibilities also include ensuring that internal and external communication processes and systems are open, efficient, and accurately portray and actively promote Bonneville's policies and objectives. Success will be measured in satisfied customers who want to continue to do business, a presence for Bonneville and Bulk Marketing in the business world, reduced expenses and optimized net revenue, adequate transmission for power sales; good working relationships with our regional and Federal partners to optimize business goals; and sustained net revenue production and Bulk Marketing is able to make significant contributions in support of the public benefits provided by BPA.
The Vice President ensures that this organization productively provides assistance and consultation to all employees to facilitate their personal and professional development in a manner which contributes to the accomplishment of Bonneville's marketing, sales, and customer service goals and objectives.
The Vice President maintains continuing relationships with representatives of major industries, public and private utilities, state and local Governments, Native American Tribes and Tribal governments, federal agencies, and others within the Western United States on all matters related to the business line's role in the Bonneville business and marketing plans.
The incumbent serves as a key policy formulator and decision-maker in the corporation's strategic planning, fiscal marketing strategies, and business decisions. Relative to program and policy development and implementation, the incumbent determines and allocates necessary organizational resources, including staff and funds, and is solely responsible within the Power Services Bulk Marketing organization for their effective and efficient utilization in support of Bonneville's strategic business objectives and marketing strategies.
Within the Bonneville organization, the incumbent has an inherent, critical responsibility for ensuring team oriented, effective, harmonious, and productive formal and informal working relationships within their business line, between their business line and other business lines, and with those positions key to the effective accomplishment of Bonneville's business, marketing, and customer service objectives.
As the principal corporate steward for their portion of the business line, the incumbent creates and maintains a cost conscious, market driven, and results oriented atmosphere which is characterized by innovation, customer focus, continuous improvement, and competitive orientation.
As a manager, the incumbent provides understanding, support, and leadership in administering the BPA EEO program for all applicants and employees. To the full extent of their authority and responsibility, the incumbent provides and ensures fair and equitable treatment for all employees in personnel policies and practices including recruitment, selection, placement, counseling, training, career development, promotion, and adverse action.
If you are unfamiliar with the SES hiring process please call Dave Shaut: 503-230-5344. He is happy to answer any questions about the application process.
This employer participates in the eVerify program.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Subject to satisfactory security and suitability determinations.
New appointees must successfully complete a 1-year probationary period.
Will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Qualifications
Resume-Based Application: Applicants must show possession of the ECQs and any technical qualifications via resume. Your resume presented must reflect that you possess the ECQs and give a synopsis of your accomplishments.
The application process used to recruit for this position is the RESUME BASED method. Applicants cannot address the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) in a separate document. Evidence of each ECQ must be clearly articulated in the five-page resume and throughout the MTQ narratives.
ECQ 1: LEADING CHANGE: Ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals and establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.
ECQ 2: LEADING PEOPLE: Ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals and provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.
ECQ 3: RESULTS DRIVEN: Ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations, and make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.
ECQ 4: BUSINESS ACUMEN: Ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
ECQ 5: BUILDING COALITIONS: Ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is required by law to review the executive core qualifications of each new career appointee to the Senior Executive Service (SES) prior to appointment.For additional information on ECQs, please review the detailed information provided by OPM at the following link: Executive Core Qualifications.
Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs): A supplemental narrative must be submitted separately addressing each MTQ listed below. No more than one (1) page per MTQ is allowed; additional informational information will not be considered. MTQs must provide specific examples that address relevant experience and accomplishments. Applicants must reflect superior technical qualifications demonstrated through leadership and management in the following MTQs:
Experience managing bulk power marketing and purchasing in a hydro-dependent utility environment.
Development of policies related to wholesale power marketing.
Development, negotiation and administration of wholesale power contracts.
Education
No educational requirements are established for this position
Additional information
The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education (if applicable). Your application will be rated and ranked by an Executive Resources Board (ERB) Panel, comprised of three SES members, using only the information submitted within the application package. Applicants who do not demonstrate in their application sufficient possession of the ECQs & MTQs will be determined ineligible for further consideration.
As part of the Resume Based recruitment method, the ERB Panel conducts a structured interview for all applicants,who are determined to be in the top category from the ERB Rating Panel. Based on the Panel's evaluation, applicants who are determined Best Qualified will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.
Veteran's Preference does not apply to the Senior Executive service (SES).
Once a candidate has been identified for selection, reference checks may be completed. The Department's appointing official(s) will make a final approval of the selection, and in competitive cases, OPM's Qualifications Review Board (QRB) must certify the ECQs before final appointment can occur. If OPM approval is required for the ECQs, the candidate is required to assist in the development of the QRB template for submission to the QRB. Verification of performance, suitability and security information from reference checks will be taken into consideration when making offers of employment.
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.
If you are unfamiliar with the SES hiring process please call Dave Shaut: 503-230-5344. He is happy to answer any questions about the application process.
Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants. If you fail to submit required documentation before the announcement closes, you will be rated "ineligible."
You must submit:
1. Five page ECQ-based Resume including the following:
-Full name, mailing and email addresses, day & evening telephone numbers
-All work experience (paid and unpaid) including:
-Job title, duties/accomplishments, employer's name/address, start/end dates (include month, day, and year), average hours per week worked, salary
-Honors, awards, special accomplishments
2. MTQ Narrative (no more than one page per MTQ, 10 pt font).
3. Current or former career SES members must provide a SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibility.
4. Applicants who have successfully completed an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program must submit a copy of their certification.
5. Current or former Federal Civilian employees, must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (non-award) documenting show the following: 1) Full position title; 2) appointment type; 3) occupational series; 4) pay plan, grade, and step; 5) tenure code; 6) service computation date (SCD).
ALL APPLICANTS: You must submit a resume (max five pages), and a separate narrative addressing each MTQ (maximum of one page per MTQ).In addition, you have the option of submitting a cover letter (one page maximum). Fonts cannot be smaller than 10 point. All documents must be uploaded into the system; USAJobs Resume Builder resumes will not be accepted.Separate written narratives addressing the ECQs will not be considered. Pages submitted in excess of the limits described above will not be considered. Substituting pages for other required documents in the application is not acceptable (e.g., submitting only a four-page resume but adding an additional page to address an MTQ). Do not use borders, provide photos or list a Social Security Number or date of birth on any attachment.
Please review: Tips for preparing SES applications. We recommend that your resume emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of the programs managed, and your program accomplishments, including the results of your actions.
It is important that you are complete and thorough in your resume. Please be sure to include and address all ECQs & MTQs in your resume and application package. A sample 5-page resume that incorporates ECQs can be viewed on this link (indexed at page 29-37): Guide to SES Quals
If you are selected for this position, you may be asked to provide additional documentation to verify your responses.
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the announcement closing date to receive consideration. Faxed or e-mailed applications and/or resumes will not be accepted. Requests for extensions will not be granted.
All statements made in this application are subject to investigation and any false or dishonest answer to any question may be grounds for disqualification and loss of consideration. If your resume does not support the responses in your application questionnaire, or if you fail to submit required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated 'ineligible' or 'not qualified'.
To begin the application process in USAJOBS, click the Apply Online button.
Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all required and supporting documentation.
You must click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 pm (ET) on the announcement closing date.
You may update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period by returning to your USAJOBS account, select Update Application: https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To verify the status of your application, during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account; applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each application status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you need help with login.gov or USAJOBS (e.g., account access, Resume Builder) visit the USAJOBS Help Center: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/
If you experience difficulty applying on USAJOBS, after clicking the Apply Online button, or you are experiencing a significant hardship hindering your ability to apply online, the Agency Contact listed in the announcement can assist you during normal business hours. If you receive any system error messages, take screenshots if possible, to aid technical support.
Bonneville Power Administration
P.O. Box 3621
Portland, OR 97208
US
Next steps
You may check your application status any time after the announcement closes. USAJOBS has added an alert setting to the system to drive status updates notification for applicants. We recommend that you update your USAJOBS profile to receive these status updates via email after the announcement closes. We will continue to update your status on-line as changes are made. Applicants who meet the mandatory ECQs and MTQs will be evaluated by a panel of senior executives. Failure to meet all qualifications automatically disqualifies an applicant. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Persons tentatively selected for appointment to SES positions must have their ECQs approved by OPM Eligibility for this position will be based upon a clear showing that the applicant has experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry out assignments of the position.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
If you are unfamiliar with the SES hiring process please call Dave Shaut: 503-230-5344. He is happy to answer any questions about the application process.
Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants. If you fail to submit required documentation before the announcement closes, you will be rated "ineligible."
You must submit:
1. Five page ECQ-based Resume including the following:
-Full name, mailing and email addresses, day & evening telephone numbers
-All work experience (paid and unpaid) including:
-Job title, duties/accomplishments, employer's name/address, start/end dates (include month, day, and year), average hours per week worked, salary
-Honors, awards, special accomplishments
2. MTQ Narrative (no more than one page per MTQ, 10 pt font).
3. Current or former career SES members must provide a SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibility.
4. Applicants who have successfully completed an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program must submit a copy of their certification.
5. Current or former Federal Civilian employees, must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (non-award) documenting show the following: 1) Full position title; 2) appointment type; 3) occupational series; 4) pay plan, grade, and step; 5) tenure code; 6) service computation date (SCD).
ALL APPLICANTS: You must submit a resume (max five pages), and a separate narrative addressing each MTQ (maximum of one page per MTQ).In addition, you have the option of submitting a cover letter (one page maximum). Fonts cannot be smaller than 10 point. All documents must be uploaded into the system; USAJobs Resume Builder resumes will not be accepted.Separate written narratives addressing the ECQs will not be considered. Pages submitted in excess of the limits described above will not be considered. Substituting pages for other required documents in the application is not acceptable (e.g., submitting only a four-page resume but adding an additional page to address an MTQ). Do not use borders, provide photos or list a Social Security Number or date of birth on any attachment.
Please review: Tips for preparing SES applications. We recommend that your resume emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of the programs managed, and your program accomplishments, including the results of your actions.
It is important that you are complete and thorough in your resume. Please be sure to include and address all ECQs & MTQs in your resume and application package. A sample 5-page resume that incorporates ECQs can be viewed on this link (indexed at page 29-37): Guide to SES Quals
If you are selected for this position, you may be asked to provide additional documentation to verify your responses.
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the announcement closing date to receive consideration. Faxed or e-mailed applications and/or resumes will not be accepted. Requests for extensions will not be granted.
All statements made in this application are subject to investigation and any false or dishonest answer to any question may be grounds for disqualification and loss of consideration. If your resume does not support the responses in your application questionnaire, or if you fail to submit required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated 'ineligible' or 'not qualified'.
To begin the application process in USAJOBS, click the Apply Online button.
Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all required and supporting documentation.
You must click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 pm (ET) on the announcement closing date.
You may update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period by returning to your USAJOBS account, select Update Application: https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To verify the status of your application, during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account; applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each application status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you need help with login.gov or USAJOBS (e.g., account access, Resume Builder) visit the USAJOBS Help Center: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/
If you experience difficulty applying on USAJOBS, after clicking the Apply Online button, or you are experiencing a significant hardship hindering your ability to apply online, the Agency Contact listed in the announcement can assist you during normal business hours. If you receive any system error messages, take screenshots if possible, to aid technical support.
Bonneville Power Administration
P.O. Box 3621
Portland, OR 97208
US
Next steps
You may check your application status any time after the announcement closes. USAJOBS has added an alert setting to the system to drive status updates notification for applicants. We recommend that you update your USAJOBS profile to receive these status updates via email after the announcement closes. We will continue to update your status on-line as changes are made. Applicants who meet the mandatory ECQs and MTQs will be evaluated by a panel of senior executives. Failure to meet all qualifications automatically disqualifies an applicant. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Persons tentatively selected for appointment to SES positions must have their ECQs approved by OPM Eligibility for this position will be based upon a clear showing that the applicant has experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry out assignments of the position.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
