Director of Market Policy

Summary

Join Plus Power, a leader in energy storage, as their Director of Market Policy. This key role involves monitoring and advancing the company's policy interests within Regional Transmission Organizations (RTOs) and Independent System Operators (ISOs). You will ensure Plus Power's full participation in ISO discussions of market rules, minimizing risks and positioning the company as a market leader. The position requires extensive energy policy engagement experience in ISO/RTO markets and strong communication and analytical skills. Plus Power offers a competitive compensation package, flexible work arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits program, including unlimited vacation and educational assistance. This role is crucial for navigating the complexities of energy market regulations and contributing to the transition to a renewable energy grid.

Requirements

• BS/BA with a concentration in environmental, political science, or legal studies; engineering studies a plus
• Extensive knowledge of wholesale market and state policy rules and processes
• 5+ years of energy policy engagement in the ISO/RTO markets with a stellar reputation and network in at least one ISO/RTO
• Ability to understand and relay complex technical and economic subjects to the layperson
• Understanding of the means of full technical adherence with Dispatch & Reliability Plans, technical obligations, means of compliance, trading and market transaction rules, and any technical nuances (risks)
• Experience working dynamically across teams and leaders who have a wide variety of backgrounds
• Self-motivated with a dynamic, creative, and approachable personality, able to engage others and foster positive relationships
• Clear and persuasive communications skills with excellent analytical and negotiating skills
• Ability to prioritize and meet fast-moving deadlines without sacrificing quality
• Creative thinker; demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a diverse team with an intentional team mindset
• Willing to travel up to 40%, on average
• Highly organized with attention to detail
• Proficient with MS Office suite including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel

Responsibilities

• Lead the corporate policy monitoring and engagement strategy at ISOs/RTOs for Plus Power
• Leverage existing relationships with key ISO/RTO staff to bolster Plus Power’s presence and advance its interests in these markets and develop new relationships
• Act as the primary liaison amongst internal Plus Power teams providing policy, political, and strategic advice on corporate matters to the company’s various functional units, among widespread FERC rules and ISO/RTO regulations
• Monitor potential changes to the energy market rules from FERC and NERC to ISO, engaging all relevant company subject matter experts, and preparing and presenting to the company the market impacts of proposed or enacted policy changes
• With Policy team, monitor and assess market and reliability related developments for FERC standards and tariffs, ISOs products and operations, Utility requirements (NARUC) and other regional issues
• Work with Asset Operations and Management team to ensure that Plus Power projects remain compliant with and adheres to the technical obligations of market obligations; and maintain an industry-leading record on reliability
• Work with Policy team to foster and leverage industry relationships to understand, anticipate and/or lead market design (e.g. PCM, DER, Real Time Co-optimization, SATAO) and reliability challenges, and the development of new market products for energy storage
• Draft and negotiate energy market design proposals, working internally and with external stakeholders (competitors, trade associations, environmental and other stakeholders, policymakers, etc.)
• Represent the company in policy meetings in ISO/RTOs including analyzing or presenting technical issues, negotiating changes to ISO/RTO requirements, and addressing compliance nuances
• Manage contracted resources, as needed

Benefits

• Highly competitive total compensation from one of North America’s leading energy storage developers, owners and operators
• Flexible, work from home or hybrid work from Plus Power’s offices in San Francisco, Houston, Chicago, Seattle, and Palm Beach
• Annual bonus program
• Comprehensive benefits program
• Unlimited vacation
• Flexible remote work
• Educational assistance
• Parental leave
• Highly engaging company culture with opportunities for in-person connection and learning and growth