Manager of Energy

BART•BART Headquarters - 8th Fl, CA

24d•Onsite

About The Position

BART's Energy Division within the Sustainability Group is seeking an experienced manager with a strong background in energy regulation, including experience in compliance with load-serving entity requirements established by the California Independent Service Operator. The selected incumbent will provide work direction to professional-level individual contributors within the department; advise and develop recommendations to directors and managers on assigned programs; and perform related duties as required. This position is responsible for directing, managing, supervising and coordinating the activities and operations of the Energy Division including energy resource procurement and management and is accountable for preparing the energy budget; analyzing federal and State energy legislation and regulations; and managing and negotiating contracts. The incumbent will bring organizational and communication skills, ability to coordinate assigned activities with others, and provide responsive support to the Group Manager, Sustainability. The most qualified candidate for this position will have highly developed competencies in the following areas, which will be reinforced with related work experience and will be clearly articulated during the selection process: Ability to establish and maintain working relationship with District staff, various departments, internal and external agencies, the public, and other key stakeholders. Prepare, monitor and analyze energy budget. Analyze energy portfolio to cost-effectively achieve emerging sustainability objectives. Manage and negotiate contracts, including for energy transmission, distribution and generation. Analyze federal and state energy legislation and regulations. Provide high level strategic support to the Group Manager, Sustainability. Develop strategies and guidelines, weighs trade-offs, and prioritize key investments. Oversee implementation of renewable energy, and other energy projects. Identify, and have implemented, cost-effective energy efficiency projects, and assess project funding opportunities. Use best project management practices, including scope, schedule and budget, and organizing and directing staff and consultant resources. Plan, prepare and coordinate the preparation of reports including recommendations to the Board of Directors, committees and other management staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Science, Finance, Economics or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Five (5) years of full-time electricity procurement or related experience.
At least two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Knowledge of principles of statutory, regulatory, and commercial rights and obligations to various regulatory and non-regulatory entities.
Knowledge of principles of wholesale electricity facilities and rolling stock and Portfolio Policy.
Knowledge of principles of energy resource planning and procurement, energy consumption and exiting energy supply portfolio.
Knowledge of principles of financial analysis and planning, forecasting and budget analysis.
Knowledge of data systems and internal reporting tools.
Knowledge of principles and practices of general, fund, and government accounting.
Knowledge of principles and practices of program development and administration.
Knowledge of methods and techniques of statistical and economic analysis.
Knowledge of principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
Knowledge of principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
Knowledge of principles and practices of utility companies and associated organizations.
Knowledge of business computer applications.
Knowledge of federal, State, and local funding sources.
Knowledge of related Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
Skill in leading and managing long-term energy procurement strategy.
Skill in working with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with existing statutory, regulatory and commercial obligations.
Skill in negotiating with external stakeholders on contract right and obligations.
Skill in providing energy-related perspective and expertise on the Districts construction projects an expansion plans.
Skill in overseeing and participating in the management of a comprehensive budget analysis program.
Skill in performing complex mathematical calculations.
Skill in recommending improvements to budgetary reporting system and format.
Skill in participating in the development and administration of division goals, objectives and procedures.
Skill in preparing clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
Skill in analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of goals.
Skill in interpreting and applying Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Nice To Haves

Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.
A college degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manages and oversees the activities and operations of the Energy Division within the Sustainability Group.
Leads and manages long-term energy procurement strategy to achieve stable and affordable costs, and a clean power supply portfolio to serve BART facilities and rolling stock, in accordance with BART's Wholesale Electricity Portfolio Policy (WEPP).
Manages energy contracts and ensures compliance with contractual agreements.
Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.
Collaborates and coordinates energy projects and processes with other departments within the District.
Oversees District, energy budget; seeks alternative sources of power.
Researches and recommends energy conservation programs and seeks passage of legislation required for access to alternative sources of power.
Serves as the primary point of contact with PG&E; manages and executes the transmission and distribution agreements between the District and PG&E.
Monitors regulatory developments and legislation related to assigned area of responsibility; evaluates impact upon district operations; recommends and implements equipment, practice and procedural improvements.
Selects, trains, motivates and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures.
Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the division's annual budget; participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements adjustments.
Administers the District’s Management Procedures, including review, approval and administration as needed; suggests revisions and updates to procedures.
Serves as the liaison to outside stakeholders and agencies on energy and climate matters with other divisions, departments and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues.
Serves as staff on a variety of boards, commissions and committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
Conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations and operational studies; recommends modifications to budget programs, policies and procedures as appropriate.