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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Assistant System Operator - **Company:** New York Power Authority - **Location:** Marcy, NY, United States - **Salary:** $73,000.0 - $100,100.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Office Suite - **Published:** July 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/87807074/1 ## About the Role * Basic knowledge of power system generation and transmission concepts * Ability to successfully complete NYISO System Operator Training * Good written & verbal communication skills. * Ability to learn 3-Part communication. * Working knowledge of Office programs for PC (Word/Excel etc.) * Ability to learn/use Energy Management System * Ability to verbally communicate effectively with the NYPA Regional Projects and outside entities such as NYISO and GRM. * Ability to review NYPA outage coordination summary sheets to identify generation that is planned out of service. Education, Experience and Certifications Required * Associate (AAS) degree: Electrical Technology or equivalent Science/Technology field desired * Min 1 year equivalent direct electric grid/power system related work experience will be considered with non-technical degree. * All candidates are required to possess or be able to obtain a NERC Transmission Operator Certification within one year of hire. Preferred Experience: * Bachelor's (BAS) degree in Electrical Engineering, other Engineering disciplines, or related technical fields * Control Center Experience working as an Operator. * Utility/Power plant experience working in operation/maintenance, high voltage electrician, instrument controls technician, etc. * Military technical or nuclear training. * Experience with rotating Shift work. Physical Requirements * Approximately 10% travel primarily within NY State. * Ability to sit for long periods of time (up to 12 hours) in front of computer monitors while maintaining situational awareness; communicating effectively while speaking English (per NERC requirement); see, hear, and react to alarms. ## Description Accountable for the daily management and coordination of NYPA's overall operations, including Overseeing, monitoring, and evaluating the operational performance; directing the preparation of operating budgets and proposals for capital expenditure and investments in infrastructure, technology, equipment, systems, or other assets and resources; analyzing and approving operational investments that best meet the organization's business needs. As a NERC Generation Operator (GOP), Transmission Owner (TO), and Transmission Operator (TOP), monitor and control NYPA generation and transmission facilities. Coordinate and direct switching schedules with regional projects, local TO/TOP's, and NYISO. Directs generation and voltage support as needed to maintain reliability of the Bulk Electric System in a manner that will not exceed thermal and voltage limits or cause System Operating Limits (SOL's). Continually monitor transmission network applications to ensure normal operations. Responsibilities * Control Center position with a focus on NERC Generator Operator (GOP) tasks and verbal coordination. * Utilize the ECC Energy Management System (EMS) and NYISO Management Information System (MIS) to monitor real-time status such as NYPA's Generation and basic Water Management. * Coordinate NYPA generation stop/starts. * Assess the amount of generation reserves bid by NYPA Generator Resource Management (GRM). * Check NYPA Generator Day Ahead Market (DAM)schedules. * Monitor NYPA generation (every 15 min) and ensure the units are on schedule. * Coordinate and document derates and NYISO out of merits. * Assess metering and after-the-fact readings to validate accuracy. * Demonstrate basic understanding and navigation of the EMS one-line diagrams. * Calculate water in BG reservoir for reserves and to meet NYISO schedules. * Adhere to NERC, NPCC, NYISO, and NYPA requirements. Fulfill and demonstrate competencies in all formally identified tasks. * Learn and maintain a basic understanding of NYPA Operating Policies and Control Room Guides, Instructions, Bulletins, and NYISO memos. * Must work rotating shifts, including nights, midnights, weekends, and holidays. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [One Platform Could Not Fit Them All](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1919-one-platform-could-not-fit-them-all) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [How Sparking Developer Joy Unlocks Developer Productivity](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/613-how-sparking-developer-joy-unlocks-developer-productivity) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) ## Related Articles - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Data Science & more: The Lopez dilemma](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/10-data-science-more-the-lopez-dilemma) - [DevOps Engineer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/203-devops-engineer-salary-2023) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam)