Summary This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration, in the Contract Administration (TPCC) organization of Customer Service Engineering (TPC), Transmission Planning and Asset Management (TP), Transmission Services (T), Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). A successful candidate in the Supervisory Public Utilities Specialist (Contracts) position will serve as the supervisor of TPCC and provide leadership and comprehensive contract policy guidance. Responsibilities As a Supervisory Public Utilities Specialist (Contracts), you will: Plan work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work. Assign work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees. Develop performance standards. Evaluate the work performance of subordinates. Assure reasonable equity of performance standards and rating techniques among teams, and assures comparable equity in the assessment by subordinates of the adequacy of contractor work. Give advice, counsel, and instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters. Interview candidates for positions and makes selections, promotions, and reassignments to such positions. Provide understanding, support, and leadership in administering the BPA EEO program for all applicants and employees. To the full extent of delegated authority and responsibility, provides and ensures fair and equitable treatment for all employees in personnel policies and practices including recruitment, selection, placement, counseling, training, career development, promotion, and adverse action. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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-13 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: 1) the implementation and operation of computerized database systems (e.g. Contract management systems, data management systems, commercial enterprise systems, Customer Portals etc.); 2) reviewing, monitoring, and managing interconnection requests and customer contracts in compliance with agency policy and OATT requirements; AND 3) providing recommendations for the development of policies and procedures for managing customer contracts, administering interconnection requests, and tracking and reporting on customer projects. "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. 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 The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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Many positions require successful completion of a background investigation. All males born after December 31st 1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register. If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government. EEO Policy: http://www.usajobs.gov/eeo Reasonable Accommodation Policy: http://www.usajobs.gov/raps Veterans Information: http://www.usajobs.gov/vi Telework: www.telework.gov Selective Service Registration: http://www.sss.gov/ Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations. BPA strives to ensure a safe, positive, inclusive work environment, supported by Leadership Behaviors. For more information on Leadership Behaviors visit: www.bpa.gov/goto/LeadershipBehaviors 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.