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Summary This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration, in the Trading Floor (PTF), Bulk Marketing (PT), Power Services (P). A successful candidate in the Supervisory Public Utilities Specialist (Trading Floor Manager) position will serve as the Manager of the Trading Floor functions. Responsibilities As a Supervisory Public Utilities Specialist (Trading Floor Manager), you will: Responsible for managing the short-term and near-term commercial operations valued in hundreds of millions of dollars annually. A fundamental responsibility of this position is to establish and oversee risk informed marketing guidelines, policies, and business practices that seek to maximize the value of the FCRPS while also adhering to strict power and operational obligations in support of stable and low power rates, and to meet the Administrator's obligation to provide reliable load service. Provides oversight and approves near-term marketing strategy development and implementation. Ensures input from the technical experts representing generation supply and market fundamentals is discussed at strategy meetings and oversees strategy implementation to ensure compliance with Trading Floor Manager guidelines and expectations at all times. Is responsible for the implementation of agency risk and counterparty credit limits relevant to Trading Floor transactions. Is responsible for requesting risk policy exceptions, documenting violations, and ensuring Trading Floor supervisors and traders have the reports and training they need to operate within all applicable risk management and credit limits. Leads agency-level wholesale electricity marketing policy development and strategic planning. Represents and advocates for BPA interests in regional and West Coast electric power industry committees and forums, e.g., WSPP, WECC, WPTF, etc. Supports BPA policy and marketing decisions in legal and administrative processes. Is responsible for establishing and overseeing business protocols, system development and decision support tools for BPA's participation in a day-ahead market. Manages the coordination and implementation of ancillary services sales strategies and transmission portfolio management decisions valued in excess of $100 million annually. Is responsible for maximizing the business value of assigned software applications that support Trading Floor near-term and real-time trading, settlements, deal capture and analytical needs. Requirements Conditions of Employment In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire. Answer to these questions is not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration. When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically. You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully. Key Requirements: You must be a United States Citizen. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements. You will be required to report in person to the official duty location. Selectee will be required to complete the Office of Government Ethics Standard of Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OFGE450e) within 30 days of employment and annually. First time supervisors will be required to serve a 1 year probationary period. Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS A qualified candidate's resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-14) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: Leading a team or serving as a technical expert in evaluating and implementing marketing strategies necessary to perform the critical mission and support activities required for the organization; coordinating the continuity of power pre-scheduling and transmission acquisition scheduling operations and resolving operational issues with industry entities. "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. Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration. CTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position. Additional Information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE EEO Policy: USAJOBS Help Center | Equal employment opportunity policy Reasonable Accommodation Policy: Employees or applicants may request Reasonable Accommodation (RA) for assistance, when applying or competing for a job or performing a job due to their medical condition or to exercise their religious beliefs. If you need reasonable accommodation in the application or selection process, please contact the Staffing Specialist listed on this vacancy announcement. USAJOBS Help Center | Reasonable accommodation policy Veterans Information: USAJOBS Help Center - Veterans Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Telework: https://www.opm.gov/telework/ Selective Service Registration: http://www.sss.gov/ - Who must register: https://www.sss.gov/faq/#who-needs-to-register Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations. BPA strives to ensure a safe and positive work environment. We also understand the importance of work/life balance and offer a variety of programs and policies designed to create more flexible, responsive work environments supportive of commitments to community, home and family members. BPA also supports employees' overall wellness through its Be Well program, which helps employees adopt healthier lifestyles and feel better about their work/life balance. The program supports five key areas of life: career, community, financial, physical and social.?