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divh2Real Time Trader/Dispatcher/h2pLocation: Houston, TX, US, 77002/ppCompany: NRG/ppResponsibilities:/pulliManage the real-time operations of NRGs asset portfolio, including dispatching generation based upon economic conditions and operational constraints./liliTake or direct timely and appropriate real-time actions in accordance with ISO rules and procedures./liliCoordinate unit availability, outage schedules, unit startup and shutdown times, and communicate all necessary information to plant personnel, ISOs, fuel and trading groups in a timely and professional manner./liliMonitor and ensure ancillary services schedules are met to minimize portfolio risk and facilitate system reliability./liliCommunicate operational and emergency conditions with Balancing Authorities, Reliability Coordinators, Transmission Operators and ISO on a continual basis./liliMonitor and analyze available market information to identify dispatching and trading opportunities./liliManage dispatching and trading decisions with a continuous focus on balancing risk versus return to produce maximum profitability./liliAnalyze and evaluate energy transactions to ensure that all relevant aspects including energy price, transmission, counter party, and contractual terms are compliant with NRGs Risk Management Policy./liliInteract with various ISO web-based market tools and applications./liliEffectively switch between tasks, adapt to shifting priorities while maintaining attention to detail and quality of work./liliExercise the responsibility and authority to implement real-time actions to ensure the stable and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System./liliComply with applicable NERC Reliability Standards and regional ISO rules and tariffs./liliComplete necessary NERC certification and continuing education requirements as applicable./li/ulpQualifications:/pulliBachelors degree in economics, business, finance, or other relevant degree or equivalent military or industry experience./liliCompetence with mathematics and technical concepts./liliStrong analytical and problem solving skills./liliProven ability to take appropriate action within time constraints./liliCapable/proficient with Microsoft Suite and web based environments./liliExcellent verbal and written communication skills./liliMotivated self-starter with ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, forward moving environment./liliApplicable experience with any of the following markets: CAISO, ERCOT, MISO, PJM, NYISO, and/or ISONE markets and/or operations./liliNERC and PJM certification are a plus./liliIf not NERC or PJM certified, candidate must complete certification within 18 months of hire./liliCandidate must complete desk qualification within 12 months of hire./liliCandidates will be hired at one of the positions (I, II, III.) based upon their experience, knowledge, skill, and ability to add value to the company./liliCandidates must be able to work a 12-hour shift schedule as part of a 24 hour, 7 days a week operation./liliCandidates must be able to fulfill storm/event duty requirements./liulliThis job requires working during hurricane, winter storms and other possible catastrophic event conditions. Persons in this role may be required to report to the storm/event duty location(s) and perform the job functions as required. This may include extended shifts as necessary until storm or event conditions reside./li/ul/ulpThis job description reflects an assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Other duties and tasks may be assigned to this job at the Companys discretion./ppNRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicants experience or skills./p/div