Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market, with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today, the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.

Duquesne Light Company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion. We value and respect the unique differences and experiences of our employees. We believe that our differences lead to better collaboration, innovation and outcomes. We want you to join our team!

Overall Purpose:

DLC is seeking a collaborative and integral team member to perform a broad range of administrative duties for DLC’s Interconnection team to enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the team. Position ensures maintenance of efficient and compliant records of the solar interconnection process.

Location: Hybrid, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at Woods Run Complex

Job Responsibilities:

• Supports the Interconnection team which works on DLC’s customer-owned generator interconnection process.

• Review applications from customers who wish to own and operate generation in parallel with DLC’s electric grid.

• Collaborate and provide oversight to groups within DLC to ensure proper technical reviews are taking place and all appropriate notifications are being delivered.

Coordinate directly with DLC’s customers and/or their designated generation system contractors to ensure the correct submission of application materials and to coordinate the appropriate steps throughout the interconnection process.

Steps within the DLC interconnection process include:

• Review customer applications to ensure all materials were submitted and completed properly

• Notify customers their applications have been received

• Apply technical screening criteria to proposed systems to ensure their safe and reliable connection

• Coordinate with technical experts within company to perform detailed reviews where necessary

• Create filings for submission to regulatory agencies

• Schedule witness tests

• Arrange net meter installations

• Develop reports identifying key process metrics

Note that many specific tasks associated with this process are monitored and regulated by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission and as such it is critical that they are completed accurately and within the required timelines.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, business administration, or other relevant disciplines.

• In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

• This role may be filled at an entry level.

• 1-3 year’s administrative experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficient data, task, and time management skills

• Highly organized and detail oriented

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and SharePoint.

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with those of varying levels of background and understanding

• Adaptability, flexibility, and comfort with working in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to multi-task.

• Prompt executor.

Scope

Responsibilities are generally tactical and basic in nature; however, work may vary in type and complexity requiring the incumbent to be flexible to adjust to the given situation. Primary focus is on daily deliverables and outputs, while at the same time developing a knowledge of the broader context in which the work is being performed.

Decision Impact

Independent discretion or decision-making capability is mostly limited. There is normally a general framework of established boundaries to help employees perform their roles and make decisions. Situations that require deviation from this general framework are typically not made alone. The employee may recommend a solution however the recommendations are frequently presented to their manager or more senior level professionals for review and approval prior to the decision being made.

Hybrid Work

Position follows our hybrid work model, with a minimum of two days working in the office and the remaining days working remotely. Reporting location and frequency may be subject to change based on job role and department needs.

Storm Roles

All Non-Union Employees will serve in storm roles as appropriate to their role and skillset. Please be sure to discuss storm roles with the hiring manager for this position, as duties can vary across the Company. Examples of storm roles could include but aren't limited to duties such as: working with operations for service center support or with the communications, customer service or government affairs teams to respond to public and customer requests for information, etc.

Data Governance

Utilize data to make business decisions as appropriate for the position, support data stewardship activities and partner with IT on underlying data needs.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings' commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, connect with us at HR@duqlight.com and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation.