Distributed Resources Operations Analyst

The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) manages the efficient flow of electricity on more than 11,000 circuit-miles of high-voltage transmission lines, dispatching power from hundreds of generating units across the state. The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) applies cutting-edge technology to operating a reliable electricity system, managing competitive markets for wholesale electricity, and planning for the Empire State's energy future. The NYISO’s Market Operations department invites applications for a full-time Distributed Resources Operations Analyst. As a member of the Distributed Resources Operations (DRO) team you will carry out NYISO tariff responsibilities through policies and procedures to achieve seamless participation of demand response and distributed energy resource (DER) participation in the NYISO capacity, energy, and ancillary services markets. In this role, you will conduct processes for the Special Case Resource (SCR) program, Emergency Demand Response Program (EDRP), Behind the Meter: Net Generation (BTM:NG) model, and the DER participation model. You will ensure software requirements support tariff-defined market rules, provides mentoring to team members, and has a high visibility with other staff and departments. You will additionally represent the team and the NYISO at internal and external meetings, working groups, conferences, and committees as the department’s subject matter expert. In addition, you will provide support to Energy Market Operations, ICAP Market Operations, and Grid Operations to integrate BTM:NG, demand response, and DER programs into NYISO’s capacity, energy, and ancillary services markets. This position will require the candidate to create technical procedures, analyze data, and present to internal and external audiences. Candidates with excellent teamwork, interpersonal and communications skills are encouraged to apply. Please note: the position will be filled at level commensurate with the candidate's experience. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Validate registration and enrollment of DERs in the NYISO markets through review of contracts, utility bills, load reduction plans, and other documents. Register new responsible interface parties and SCR/EDRP customers, update participant parameters, monitor and resolve pending enrollments, and collect and validate event data upon activation of the SCR/EDRP program. Determine the capability period and monthly load zone peak hours, the calculation of performance factors, zonal performance calculations and ICAP to UCAP translation annually to support the ICAP Market Operations department in the seasonal setup activities necessary to administer two ICAP capability period auctions, twelve ICAP monthly auctions and twelve ICAP spot-market auctions. Update the DRIS notification system with contact information and resources, conducting SCR audits, monitoring EDRP/SCR event advisories and activations, transferring information to the MIS for scarcity pricing, and processing EDRP/SCR event data for payments. Work with vendor to develop notification software enhancements and coordinate with internal NYISO staff. Perform required demand response calculations for determining the SCR performance penalties and assess required shortfalls and sanctions. Coordinate the onboarding and review of materials for the Behind the Meter: Net Generation (BTM:NG) Resource participation. Enforce demand response and distributed resource programs rules applicable to the capacity, energy, and ancillary services markets by utilizing proprietary NYISO software. Assess complex data from multiple sources across the departments. Develop recommendations, negotiate to gain buy-in, and finalize/implement solutions to complex problems. Diligently monitor, assess, and report on the efficacy of the ISO's demand response and distributed resources programs in the capacity, energy, and ancillary services markets. Finalize and ensure the accuracy of millions of…