Senior Supervisor, System Operations Training

Eversource Energy•Boston, MA

12d•$149,600 - $166,220•Onsite

About The Position

Supervise the development and implementation of transmission and distribution System Operations Training for CT, MA and NH. Supervise and oversee at least 2 FTE exempt and/or non-exempt employees in the daily operations of the department. Interview, select, and train staff. Responsible for evaluating employee performance and recommending merit increases and incentive awards. Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Requirements

Knowledge of transmission and distribution electric system operations.
Knowledge of functions of the various components that make up the Eversource electric system.
Knowledge of Energy Management System (EMS), Distribution Management System (DMS), Outage Management System (OMS) and Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS).
Thorough knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards, OSHA regulations and other regulatory requirements.
Thorough knowledge of the Systematic Approach to Training and adult learning principles.
Familiar with learning management systems.
Read and interpret electrical schematic diagrams.
Communicate and work effectively with personnel at various levels within Eversource, ISO-NE, ISO-NE satellites, participant companies, non-utility generators, and neighboring utilities.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Strong analytical skills.
Proficient with Lotus Notes e-mail and databases, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of eight (8) to ten (10) years of related experience in electric power distribution, transmission or generation.
Valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
NERC Transmission Operator or higher certification (or obtain within 6 months).

Nice To Haves

Four years experience as a System Operator preferred.
Four years experience as a trainer or supervisor in a formalized training program preferred.
One year experience supervising others preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises the analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation of system operator training in CT, MA and NH.
Supervises, trains and develops staff; prioritizes, plans, schedules, reviews and coordinates work of staff.
Fosters an environment of teamwork, creativity and problem solving.
Shares information and encourages participation in the decision-making process.
Ensures work is completed on time, within budget and in a manner consistent with policies, work standards and regulatory requirements.
Initiates or recommends disciplinary action when required.
Serves as liaison with System Operations Control Center management in CT, MA and NH to identify and address training needs.
Ensures system operator training programs meet all applicable regulatory requirements (e.g. NERC Reliability Standards, OSHA regulations, etc.).
Reviews procedure, practice and regulatory changes and oversee implementation of necessary modifications to System Operations Training programs.
Monitors effectiveness of system operator training programs and implements necessary changes.
Ensures System Operator Training program activities are administered consistent with the Systematic Approach to Training, adult learning principles and training program policies and procedures.
Coordinates training resources and personnel to meet System Operations Training needs.
Represents System Operations Training at meetings, on committees and at conferences.
Assesses the need for and oversees implementation of programs to ensure System Operations Training personnel possess the necessary technical and behavioral skills for individual and group success.
Assists operations management in the coordination of response to system emergencies and participates in event review teams and incident analyses as requested by operations management.
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.