Supervisory Public Utilities Specialist

Summary This position is within the Bonneville Power Administration's Power Services > Bulk Marketing > Market Analysis, Pricing and Policy team. Ready to lead? As the Manager of Market Analysis and Policy, you will guide an expert team shaping the future of Northwest energy markets. You will direct strategic analysis and policy development, driving BPA's commercial success and representing the agency before industry leaders and federal, state, and local authorities. Duties Help Step into a critical leadership role and become an engine of the Northwest's economic prosperity and environmental sustainability. The Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) is seeking a visionary Manager for our Market Analysis, Pricing, and Policy team. This is a unique opportunity to influence the region's energy landscape, drive innovation, and ensure BPA's success in a rapidly evolving industry. You won't just be managing a team; you will be shaping the strategies that provide clean, reliable, and affordable power to millions. As the Manager of Market Analysis and Policy, you will: Drive Strategic Impact: Develop and execute high-impact commercial strategies and policies that are critical to BPA's long-term business objectives. Lead and Inspire: Guide a team of expert analysts and policy specialists, setting the vision for long-range work plans and ensuring the successful delivery of your team's vital programs. Represent at the Highest Levels: Act as a key representative for BPA, negotiating and collaborating with executives at other federal agencies, state and local governments, and leaders in the private utility sector. Formulate Key Policy: Shape the strategic planning process by formulating and deciding on key policies that guide BPA's direction and support its mission across the Pacific Northwest. Serve as a Leading Advocate: Champion BPA's perspective on critical market issues, including power pricing, resource sufficiency, transmission models, and the implementation of regional energy markets. Champion Innovation and Efficiency: Drive continuous improvement by leveraging new technologies and making strategic decisions to optimize your team's performance and enhance program effectiveness. Oversee Broad Program Impact: Assess the wide-ranging effects of market analysis programs across BPA and the energy sector, coordinating with internal and external partners to ensure cohesive and successful initiatives. Set Operational Direction: Establish the operational and policy guidelines for your organization, determining the program priorities that align with BPA's overarching market strategies. Requirements Help Conditions of employment In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire. Answer to these questions is not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration. When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically. You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully. Key Requirements: You must be a United States Citizen. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements. You will be required to report in person to the official duty location. Conditions of Employment:Selectee will be required to complete the Office of Government Ethics Standard of Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OFGE450e) within 30 days of employment and annually. First time supervisors will be required to serve a 1 year probationary period. This position has been designated as requiring a PUBLIC TRUST background. A preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin work. Current Federal employees or other individuals with an existing completed background investigation may not be required to undergo another background check. Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-14) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as experience 1) performing complex economic and policy analysis for wholesale energy markets, including product pricing, transaction strategy, and revenue forecasting; and 2) leading major projects or initiatives to develop and implement energy market strategies and policies. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration. CTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position. Additional information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE EEO Policy: USAJOBS Help Center | Equal employment opportunity policy Reasonable Accommodation Policy: Employees or applicants may request Reasonable Accommodation (RA) for assistance, when applying or competing for a job or performing a job due to their medical condition or to exercise their religious beliefs. If you need reasonable accommodation in the application or selection process, please contact the Staffing Specialist listed on this vacancy announcement. USAJOBS Help Center | Reasonable accommodation policy Veterans Information: USAJOBS Help Center - Veterans Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Telework: Selective Service Registration: - Who must register: BPA strives to ensure a safe and positive work environment. We also understand the importance of work/life balance and offer a variety of programs and policies designed to create more flexible, responsive work environments supportive of commitments to community, home and family members. BPA also supports employees' overall wellness through its Be Well program, which helps employees adopt healthier lifestyles and feel better about their work/life balance. The program supports five key areas of life: career, community, financial, physical and social.?Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. 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Created: 2026-03-19