Midcontinent Independent System Operator

GPI seeks a bright, motivated, and collaborative individual to lead our engagement efforts in meetings and proceedings of the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO). The core responsibilities of this position are to attend MISO meetings, build relationships with parties involved in those meetings, and provide support and advising to GPI’s projects that focus on or relate to MISO rules and decisions. This position is part of a larger team that is working on engagement in the SPP, MISO, and PJM regions.

· Bachelor’s Degree or relevant proven skills and experience

· 2+ years of professional work experience in MISO or RTO engagement issues.

· Existing relationships with parties active in MISO or RTO stakeholder engagement processes.

· Experience working on a diverse team

· Experience working with different communication styles

· Self-motivated

· Excellent time, deadline, project, and people management skills with ability to multitask

· Problem solving skills: ability to identify solutions to challenges that arise

· Frequent (i.e., monthly on average) travel to MISO meetings and related stakeholder meetings is required

· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint)

· Commitment to the mission and goals of the Great Plains Institute

Compensation: Salary range: $65K-$85K, commensurate with experience. Benefits made available include a health plan, 401(k) retirement plan, LTD, STD, life, vision, dental, FSA/HSA, paid time off, professional development allowance, and a communication stipend.

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A nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, the Great Plains Institute (GPI) is accelerating the transition to net-zero carbon emissions for the benefit of people, the economy, and the environment. Increased demand for GPI’s unique blend of energy expertise and consensus-derived solutions has driven organizational and programmatic growth. With headquarters in Minnesota, GPI’s operations are national in scope while retaining a core competency in the Midcontinent region. GPI is powered by some 80 professionals and is supported by some of the nation’s most respected philanthropies.