Job purpose/Position Summary

This position’s primary purpose is to review BHE Montana’s activities in the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) Energy Imbalance Market (EIM) with a focus on billings and settlements. This position reviews the overall business strategy and makes operational, and policy recommendations related to optimization of the BHE Montana’s balancing authority operations in EIM.

Leads participation in the CAISO stakeholder process and other initiatives which related to or impact BHE Montana’s business interest in EIM. This includes daily review of transmission cost, utilization and settlements. Also includes negotiation of transmission-related issues with stakeholders and the CAISO. Provides strategic and business recommendations to maximize opportunities and minimize cost exposure as related to BHE Montana’s operations in EIM.

This position will research, document, and develop proposed updates to operational procedures and policies in addition to evaluating System Operator performance and training to provide feedback to Management regarding BHE Montana’s participation in EIM.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Support the successful implementation of the software and processes needed to execute the transmission EIM settlements functionality by BHE Montana’s EIM go-live date in May 2025.
• Review and validate CAISO settlement statements representing EIM activity for the entire BHE Montana balancing authority area. Compare CAISO settlement statements against shadow statements made up of internal data using tools such as OATI, MCG CAS, Trimark, Power Cost Inc.
• Support the administration of the Open Access Transmission Tarriff for Balancing Authority matters such as losses, ancillary services, and generator imbalance.
• Review weekly invoices from CAISO and work with BHE Montana Accounting to ensure timely review, approval and payment and receipt of funds from customers and payments to CAISO. Coordinate with Accounting, Metering Service Provider (Trimark), and System Operations to ensure timely and accurate billing and settlements.
• Review and provide supplemental data to customers to verify the suballocation of EIM charges or credits on their EIM invoices.
• Maintain and build productive relationships with EIM partners such as Northwestern

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• (50%) Daily review and validate CAISO settlement statements representing EIM activity for the entire BHE Montana balancing authority area. Compare CAISO settlement statements against shadow statements made up of internal data using tools such as OATI, MCG CAS, Metering (Trimark), Power Cost Inc. (PCI), variable energy forecast (VER) forecast, and the Outage Management System (OMS) submitted to CAISO.

 

• (10%) Analyze EIM Settlements historical data, operations, generation dispatch, tag curtailment, outage submittals and other information to draw inferences to be presented to Management to maximize opportunities and minimize cost and risk exposure for BHE Montana.

 

• (10%) Provide Assessments on both planned and unplanned generation and transmission outages, real-time transmission limitations (i.e., Operating Instructions) that may impact pricing and deviation charges associated with EIM operations.

 

• (10%) Perform Billing and settlement requirements associated with the Open Access Transmission Tariff as it relates to EIM for BHE Montana. Using historical data and analysis for trends, provide feedback regarding the real-time management of the hourly resource strategy to optimally balance Company’s resource position within EIM.

 

• (10%) Supports Management in preparing business cases and/or cost benefit analysis of acquiring transmission on adjacent systems based on market fundamentals and pending network resource designations and project development. Tracks the development of market changes to rules and regulations by industry organizations (i.e., NASEB, WECC, NERC, FERC, CAISO) that could affect the generation and transmission function on EIM billings and statements.

 

• (5%) Participate in CAISO and BHE Montana weekly and quarterly settlement and benefit meetings for the purpose of identifying and reporting inaccuracies leading to incorrect EIM billings and/or settlements

 

• (5%) Manage the EIM dispute process for BHE Montana, Transmission Customer and any participating resources within the BHE Montana balancing authority. Provide post-market feedback to BHE Montana Management to influence market adjustments, and work with the System Operations and Power Marketing side of the project team to implement the new systems and processes to optimize BHE Montana’s participation in EIM.

Personnel/Staff

• Recommend training materials for NOC operators in meeting EIM operations and reliability requirements to enhance profitability.
• Provide Assistant Manager/Manager System Operations feedback for performance reviews of System Operators based on after-the-fact review of EIM settlements.

Compliance and other functions

• Support the implementation and utilize as required tools for EIM settlements
• Provide feedback on best use of forecasting and other data analytics by operators.
• Review scheduling of energy and execution of operational tasks by operators.
• Support Asset Management and Environmental goals and activities through cooperation with the VP, Asset Management and Site Managers
• May serve as the Company’s representative for third-party coordination meetings.
• May serve as liaison between reliability entities and commercial partners to ensure proper balance and optimization of assets given reliability constraints and forecast outages.
• Manage the reporting/settlement duties for BHE Montana’s participation in EIM.’

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in energy/environmental studies, economics, business, finance, electrical engineering, or other relevant degree Progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor’s degree
• Experience as a Financial Analyst (with two years of experience preferred)
• Experience preferred in the power industry in areas such as energy markets (in WECC interconnection preferred), power plant generation, grid operations and maintenance, BA operations and control, transmission, and wind forecasting. .
• Experience with power scheduling desired, including use of OASIS and e-tagging.
• Familiarity with challenges of solar and wind power generation, forecasting, and scheduling
• Strong business acumen and appreciation for entrepreneurial approach to optimizing operations.
• Strong understanding of the energy and commercial markets
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory compliance issues

Skills/Abilities

• Strong business acumen and ability to optimize variables.
• Solid analytical skills and excellent computer capabilities
• Adept and experienced in working in a teamwork environment.
• Performs well under tight deadlines and emergency conditions, is capable of making decisions in a time compressed environment.
• Strong communication skills for voice and electronic communications within the Company and with third-party entities, including the use of three-part communication.
• Ability to effectively coordinate/manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must be adaptable to change and have the ability to prioritize responsibilities.
• Solid analytical and math skills
• Must be highly detail oriented.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Position is office based in the Company’s BA and GOP OC in the BHE Montana office in Great Falls, MT in our CIP-compliant environment requiring implementation of limited access protocols and other security measures.
• Required to work indoors in an office setting for extended periods of time with prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer by viewing computer monitors and typing.
• Ability to communicate effectively with operational partners using phone, electronic, and written methods.
• Occasional lifting, carrying and/or moving items up to 25 pounds at times.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Direct Reports

None

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Job purpose/Position Summary

The Human Resource Generalist will report to the Director of Human Resource and support the full scope of Human Resources activities including but not limited to full cycle recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, career pathing, development, counseling and discipline, maintaining the accuracy of the Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) and filing systems and benefits administration while consistently modeling and enforcing company policies and practices.

Primary Duties and responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Responsible for the full cycle recruitment needs of the company
• Successfully source and attract talent through multiple channels; screen incoming resumes, interview, and facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings
• Facilitate employee onboarding, orientation, and training
• Oversee and maintain the functions and accuracy of the Human Resource Information System (HRIS), including supporting the installation, customization, development, maintenance, and upgrades to applications, systems, and modules
• Manage access, permissions, and similar system operations for HRIS users; provide technical support, troubleshooting, and guidance to HRIS users
• Compile or assist with running requested reports
• Ensure system compliance with data security and privacy requirements
• Maintain the company’s Human Resources policies, procedures, personnel files, and records; ensure compliance with policy and procedure changes
• Assist with the administration of the performance management program to ensure timely, accurate, and approved reviews that align with company standards
• Support the employee discipline process as directed, including investigations
• Assist with investigations as directed
• Assist in the administration of employee benefits programs, including the annual renewal process
• Responsible for benefits enrollments, benefits changes/updates, handling qualifying events, COBRA administration, and ensuring the accuracy of the employee database and files
• Audit all monthly premium statements to ensure accuracy before forwarding to AP for payment; follow up with carriers to receive credits as needed
• Assist employees with benefit questions and/or claims as needed
• Assist with completing benefits reporting requirements and compliance as directed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 3-5 years of human resources experience covering the full scope of HR activities, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, performance management, development, employee counseling and discipline, and HRIS administration
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong communication skills: ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal skills: ability to develop and maintain good relationships with others, foster teamwork, and work effectively with all levels in the organization
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and adept at systematic filing and record-keeping
• Must exhibit the highest degree of professionalism, courtesy, and always maintain confidentiality
• Highly motivated self-starter; proactive and willing to take initiative
• Team player; willing to help without being asked
• Pleasant and positive attitude with the ability to remain poised under pressure
• Strong customer service skills: ability to provide a high degree of customer service and responsiveness within the organization
• Strong project and time management skills; ability to effectively prioritize workflow, manage changing priorities, drive projects to completion, and meet deadlines
• Ability to work well independently and complete responsibilities with little or no supervision

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• This position will be based at BHE Montana office in Great Falls, MT, with limited travel to the corporate office in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
• This position is primarily office-environment based with substantial sitting and limited standing or walking required
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer by viewing computer monitors and typing.
• Occasional lifting, carrying and/or moving items up to 25 pounds at times.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Direct Reports

None

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Job purpose/Position Summary

Responsible for assisting with the maintenance, upgrade, and support of IT assets across the Company; installing, configuring, and supporting laptop, desktop, and server systems; and designing and installing LANs, WANs, internet and intranet systems, and network segments

Duties and responsibilities

• Respond to user issues and requests; resolve issues; record solutions in IT Ticketing system
• Manage the Company’s server infrastructure; apply patches and upgrades as needed
• Manage the Company’s applications including changes, upgrades, fixes, and user requests
• Troubleshoot issues with networks, applications, and computers
• Plan for and deploy new hardware for users in a consistent manner including workstations, laptops, and phones
• Communicate clearly to users and management about issues, upgrades, and new systems
• Write clear and concise knowledge base articles, FAQs, and user guides
• Create, write, and present proposals for IT solutions and applications as part of the annual budget cycle
• Work with all departments to support and maintain specific applications

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 3-5 years of human resources experience covering the full scope of HR activities, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, performance management, development, employee counseling and discipline, and HRIS administration
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong communication skills: ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal skills: ability to develop and maintain good relationships with others, foster teamwork, and work effectively with all levels in the organization
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and adept at systematic filing and record-keeping
• Must exhibit the highest degree of professionalism, courtesy, and always maintain confidentiality
• Highly motivated self-starter; proactive and willing to take initiative
• Team player; willing to help without being asked
• Pleasant and positive attitude with the ability to remain poised under pressure
• Strong customer service skills: ability to provide a high degree of customer service and responsiveness within the organization
• Strong project and time management skills; ability to effectively prioritize workflow, manage changing priorities, drive projects to completion, and meet deadlines
• Ability to work well independently and complete responsibilities with little or no supervision

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in IT or related field; hands-on support experience is critical
• College degree from an accredited institution preferred
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Windows server and workstation operating systems
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office application suite
• Expert knowledge of workstation and server build best practices
• Familiarity with VMware and Hyper-V environments
• Familiarity with basic networking concepts including routers, firewalls, wireless, etc.
• Basic knowledge of web sites and web design
• Basic knowledge of Linux preferred
• Demonstrated organizational expertise to build the HR function in a fast-growing company

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to effectively triage support issues
• Ability to effectively support users of all skill levels
• Ability to provide outstanding customer service and responsiveness
• Ability to troubleshoot issues thoroughly and precisely with networks, applications, and computers
• Ability to learn new applications, systems, and business processes quickly
• Ability to easily adapt to variable or changing requirements and user needs
• Ability to effectively prioritize workflow and stay on top of constantly changing priorities and
• projects
• Ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects/tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work well independently and complete responsibilities with little or no supervision
• Ability to anticipate issues before they arise and proactively recommend creative solutions to problems
• Ability to exercise absolute discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to remain poised under pressure
• Excellent project and time management skills; ability to drive projects to completion and to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills: ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Excellent problem-solving skills and sound decision-making abilities

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This position will be based at the Corporate Office in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida with periodic travel based on need (<15%) or if MT based, position works between two wind farm sites in Ethridge and Kevin, Montana and works primarily in a typical office environment and includes field work on the sites.
• This position is primarily office-environment based with substantial sitting and limited standing or walking required.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer by viewing computer monitors and typing.
• Occasional lifting, carrying and/or moving items up to 50 pounds at times.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Direct Reports

None

EEOC

BHE Montana, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All aspects of consideration for employment and employment with the Company are governed on the bases on merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Job purpose/Position Summary

The System Operator manages Balancing Authority (BA), Generator Owner (GO), and Generator Operator (GOP) operations, hourly optimization for the purpose of positively impacting the assets P&L, forecasting, hourly scheduling of interchange transactions, monitoring, and reporting of real-time functions from BHE Montana’s Network Operations Center (NOC).

These responsibilities include real-time operation of the Company’s balancing authorities, generation projects, and scheduling of third-party energy resources, while ensuring grid reliability and continuous compliance with all NERC, and Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC), BA, GO, and GOP reliability standard requirements. This position also requires compliance with Alberta Reliability Standards (ARS), and AESO ISO rules for dispatch of Generator Owner (GO), and Generator Operator (GOP) operations in Alberta.

Monitors and exercises independent judgment in the safe, reliable, and economic operation of generation assets based on guidelines provided by North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Operating Policies, Regional Council Policies and Operating Procedures, and Federal Energy Regulatory Commissions (FERC) Standards of Conduct for normal, emergency and restoration conditions.

Responsible for the coordination with third-party energy trading groups and as directed by third party trading groups, resubmittal of price/quantity pairs due to unplanned unit outages.

The System Operator position is also responsible for providing training to Associate System Operators.

The System Operator assists with the development, tracking, and monitoring of compliance training/programs, policies, procedures, and standards to meet compliance requirements.

The System Operator provides key information and operational reports to direct supervision and senior management.

Primary Duties and responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Compliance and other functions

Performance Expectations

Direct Reports

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Job purpose/Position Summary

The Senior Accountant reports to the Assistant Controller and is responsible for consistent and accurate recording of financial, cash management and month-end close transactions in accordance with GAAP, analyzing and reconciling GL account activity on a monthly basis, reviewing entries from Accounts Payable for accuracy and proper GL classification, preparing and managing fixed asset system, assist in maintaining budgeting and forecasting application, and assisting in preparation of audit schedules. This position is also a back-up for Accounts Payable.

Primary Duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting in timely month-end close process including (but not limited to):
  • Prepare and enter all journal entries, month-end accruals, and depreciation
  • Account and reconcile fixed asset system to GL
  • Review Accounts Payable input for accuracy, proper description and proper GL classification
  • Review Purchase Orders for proper accrual and classification
  • Analyze GL accounts for proper expense/revenue classifications
  • Analyze and reconcile balance sheet and intercompany accounts
  • Reconcile UI Plant Book forecasting application for changes in fixed assets and depreciation
• Analyze budget-to-actual variance for financial statement variance reporting
• Responsible for revenue accounting related to renewable energy facilities
• Responsible for calculation of royalty easement payments and lease obligations
• Assist in cash management, cash forecasting and check runs
• Serving as back-up for Accounts Payable, assisting as needed to meet department deadlines
• Assisting in impairment calculations as needed
• Responsible for preparation of audit schedules, reconciling schedules to support GL
• Assisting Management with special projects and tasks as needed
• Assist in preparation of various tax filing reporting requirements (e.g., EEL, GST, local taxes, annual surveys, etc.)
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from from an accredited college or university
• 5-7 years of accounting experience, Public/Private experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and multi-company experience, such as (but not limited to) consolidation, foreign currency translations, cash flow
• General knowledge of US tax regulation
• High attention to detail and excellent organizational skill
• Strong Excel skills utilizing complex spreadsheet
• NetSuite, Oracle experience a plus, but not require
• Strong team player focused on organizational goal
• Strong communication skills (ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal skills (ability to develop and maintain good relationships with others
• Effectively prioritize workflow and stay on top of constantly changing priorities and projects

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This position is primarily an office environment based at the Corporate Office in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida with prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer by viewing computer monitors and typing.
• Occasional lifting, carrying and/or moving items up to 25 pounds at times.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Direct Reports

• None

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Job purpose/Position Summary

The Senior Energy Imbalance Market (EIM) Operations Analyst is responsible for processing, checkout, verification of control area interchange. Responds to short-term requests for transmission service, and accounting of control area inadvertent energy. Oversees the scheduled and actual interchange in the aspects of pre-schedule, real-time, and after-the-fact. Provides support for Western Energy Imbalance Market operations.

Primary Duties and responsibilities

• Complete training to become fully qualified as a EIM Operations Analyst system operator within 12 months of starting the training program.
• (20%) Performs transmission interchange pre-scheduling, real-time, and “after-the-fact” functions including review of e-tags, hourly checkout, daily checkout, problem-solving and reconciliation of scheduled/actual interchange.
• (20%) OASIS Administration, including responding to short-term requests for transmission service and create/update outage postings.
• (20%) Maintains situational awareness and effective communications with Company’s Balancing Authority Operator and Transmission System Operator in regard to system performance.
• (20%) Provides support to the Energy Imbalance Market operations by:
  • Analyzing information and providing hour-ahead and day-ahead support for EIM participation.
  • Providing interchange and intra-change schedules to the EIM.
  • Monitoring transmission and resource contingencies in real-time, and updating transmission interchange and EIM participation, as per established criteria.

• (10%) Maintains communications with the management team regarding operational performance of Company’s electric system. Provides training to other employees on area of expertise.
• (10%) Ensures all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understands and complies with all policies, codes, and regulations applicable to position and company.
• Performs related duties as requested or assigned

Position Requirements

• Associate degree from an accredited school and/or trade school certification (Typically, two years of related, work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess an Associate degree and/or trade school certification).
• 0 to 1 year of experience in electric operations.
• Must obtain and maintain NERC certification status at the reliability coordinator or Balancing Interchange level. NERC requires this examination be successfully passed prior to allowing the individual to assume the responsibility of operating the bulk electric system within North America.
• Demonstrate problem-solving, resourcefulness and analytical skills.

Skills/Abilities

• Strong communication skills; ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Solid analytical skills
• Ability to perform well under tight deadlines and emergency conditions, and to make prudent decisions in a time-compressed environment.
• Ability to effectively coordinate/manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent computer capabilities
• Must be adaptable to change and have the ability to prioritize responsibilities.

Working conditions (Location /Conditions)

• Company Control Center in Great Falls, MT
• CIP-compliant environment requiring implementation of limited access protocols and other security measures.
• Must be available to work a 12-hour shift schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must be available to work 12.5-hour shifts, with additional flex time work scheduling as needed.
• Must be on-call and available to support 24-hour operations

Physical requirements

• Ability to train on BHE Montana control systems and to communicate effectively with operational partners using phone, electronic, and written methods.
• Required to use a computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.

Direct Reports

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