Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative has an immediate opening for a Transmission System Operations Manager. The primary function of this position will be to ensure compliance with NERC standards and fulfillment of the Transmission Owner (TO) responsibilities in the PJM RTO. In addition, this position will authorize all field switching activities, organize all personnel development and develop/maintain divisional procedures. Lastly, this position will manage the operation and utilization of the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA), the Energy Management System (EMS) and the Integrated Tools for Operations application (iTOA).

This position requires a four-year college degree or equivalent experience with an emphasis in math, statistics, basic electricity, with specialized training in electric utility operation and maintenance. Some computer courses preferred. The candidate must be NERC and PJM Certified with seven or more years of progressive experience in the operation, construction and maintenance of electric utility systems with emphasis in a Control Center environment. Supervisory, administrative, and SCADA experience is required.

The starting salary range for this position is $103,100 - $138,800. SMECO offers an excellent benefits program including a 401(k) 6% dollar for dollar match and an additional 3% non-elective company contribution.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

SMECO champions a culture where people are valued and the employee experience is driven by innovation, collaboration, inclusion, safety and trust. Interested candidates should apply via SMECO’s website at www.smeco.coop/about/careers.

About Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative

Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative Inc. (SMECO) is one of the nation's largest and most progressive electric cooperatives serving over 160,000 customers in Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary's counties and the southern portion of Prince George's county in Maryland. We offer career opportunities in engineering and operations, finance, economic and employee services, external affairs, and information and customer services. SMECO is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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