Real Time Trader I/II (2 openings)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs a variety of duties to proactively optimize the Company's short-term physical and financial electric resource portfolio.
- Collaborates with MP Generation and System Operations to optimize generating unit offers with MISO to maintain the most favorable mix of energy/regulation/reserves to accomplish least cost supply and meet system reliability requirements.
- As required, execute bilateral purchase/sales transactions by negotiating price and delivery terms to meet least cost supply needs while adhering to established strategies and risk parameters.
- Constantly monitors electric energy market, Minnesota Power's energy position and system operating conditions to make proper energy resource decisions.
- Assists in planning, data gathering, and analysis to support the development of Minnesota Power's Energy Supply's strategies.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills required to establish and maintain internal and external working relationships.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Real Time Trader I
- Bachelor's Degree PLUS one year or more related experience required
- Degree preferred in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, Finance, or related field
OR
- Formal technical training (Electrical Technology) PLUS three years or more related experience required
Real Time Trader II
- Bachelor's Degree PLUS four year or more related experience required
- Degree preferred in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, Finance, or related field
OR
- Formal technical training (Electrical Technology) PLUS six years or more related experience required
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Traders must be able to work a shift schedule as part of a 24-hour, 7-days a week operation.
- Shifts consist of 12-hour rotations.
- Candidates must be self-motivated, capable of working in a high-energy, fast-paced team environment, and possess good analytical skills, organizational skills, communication skills, and interpersonal skills.
- This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.
Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.
External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.
ALLETE is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, marital status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance or any other protected class.
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