ENERGY TRADER - SCHEDULER

About the Role

Open competitive recruitment for the City of Burbank. Under limited direction, this management position prepares, schedules, and arranges for the purchase, sale, transmission, and/or transfer of energy (electricity and natural gas) used in the operation of the City-owned utility.

What You'll Do

• Buy and sell energy, scheduling and nominating transactions with other suppliers
• Forecast near-term energy needs and market prices based on weather data and historical statistics
• Arrange and execute short-term contracts for the purchase, sale, or transfer of energy
• Direct dispatching personnel on energy contracts and scheduling
• Verify energy billings and approve them for payment
• Prepare reports and submissions to regulatory agencies
• Assist in resource planning, project development, and contract negotiations

Requirements

• Knowledge of financial instruments and commodity markets
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local utility regulations
• High school diploma/GED + 3 years of power system dispatch or utility experience, OR a Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, business, finance, or economics + 2 years of utility experience