Transmission System Operator

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.    Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.    Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce. At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.     Job Summary

The Transmission System Operator is responsible for operating CenterPoint Energy (CNP) – Indiana’s electric transmission system in compliance with all applicable corporate policies and procedures and regulatory requirements (FERC, NERC, RFC, DOE).  The  Transmission System Operator has the authority to take or direct real time actions to ensure the stable and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System, up to and including, shedding of firm load without obtaining approval from a higher authority within CNP.  The  Transmission System Operator  complies with Midwest Independent System Operator (MISO) operating protocols and procedures and is responsible for real-time reliability coordination. Essential Functions

Responds to, and directs the response to, transmission/substation system status changes, including alarms, remote terminal units, transmission operations or lockouts, transmission facility overloads, and substation devices. Coordinates with the MISO Reliability Coordinator concerning transmission outages, overloads, transmission congestion issues, remedial actions, and transmission security. Determines corrective actions and implement action plans. Direct and coordinate field switching and clearance activity (by radio, telephone, or supervisory control) to ensure safety of personnel and equipment. Analyze Energy Management System (EMS) data to verify accuracy and to stay abreast of power system changes. Monitor and control voltage as prescribed by the System Voltage Profile. Make appropriate voltage changes using static and dynamic voltage sources. Communicate efficiently and professionally with inside and outside entities. Provide excellent customer support to all entities. Be available for duty when system events require additional resources at the Control Center Initiate appropriate emergency responses and notifications as required by system conditions and events. Initiate contingency plans for the loss of the Control Center. Always observe safety rules and procedures. Coordinates all emergency activities between CenterPoint Energy and MISO, including implementation of Capacity Emergency and Transmission Emergency procedures. Maintains chronological logs of all pertinent system activities. Essential Functions cont'd

Conducts power flow studies for expected or contingency conditions and develop an operating plan to mitigate identified issues in coordination with MISO and other affected entities. Coordinates and supervises restoration activities if/when CenterPoint Energy experiences a total or partial system blackout. Coordinates activities and notifications when any CenterPoint Energy operational or electrical facility receives a security threat. Analyzes major transmission or generation system disturbances, determines what remedial action is required, sets priorities, coordinates with MISO, and then carries out the implementation of corrective action. Coordinates actions following a telecommunication outage and takes corrective steps to minimize the effect. Takes direct action in response to unplanned facility outages and coordinates its return to