ELEC SCADA/OMS/ADMS SYSTEM SPEC

We are seeking a highly skilled Electric SCADA/OMS/ADMS Systems Specialist to join our team. This role is vital for managing the operations associated with our Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System, the Open Systems International (OSI) Monarch Outage Management System (OMS), and the OSI Electra Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS). If you have a strong background in SCADA systems and a commitment to ensuring the reliability of critical infrastructure, we encourage you to apply.

Summary of Responsibilities

As an Electric SCADA System Specialist, you will be responsible for planning and prioritizing activities related to SCADA system integration with OMS and ADMS, and with discrete I&Ds microprocessor/relays inside substations and at critical locations within the transmission and distribution system. You will assist in developing cyber security policies, monitor SCADA, OMS, and ADMS functions, develop displays, and perform SCADA linking activities for OMS and ADMS applications such as CVR/Volt/Var Optimization. Additionally, you will configure and monitor Synchronous Optical Network (SONET) activities for the Electric Division and integrate Smart Grid equipment and capabilities into the SCADA system. This role operates under the general supervision of the T/D Operations Center Supervisor, allowing for the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Good knowledge of safety rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical system operations for transmission, distribution, and substation systems.
• Thorough knowledge of SCADA computer equipment and software.
• Good knowledge of OMS/ADMS applications.
• Skill in performing technical computations and making comprehensive recommendations to solve operational problems.
• Thorough knowledge of engineering concepts, theory, principles, and practices.
• Skill in using computers and applicable software.
• Ability to perform systems analysis.
• Ability to use good judgment in making adaptations and modifications.
• Ability to research, plan, coordinate, schedule, project, and prioritize work.
• Ability to prepare and maintain reports and records.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and evaluate operations and programs to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with the general public and all levels of employees.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited two-year community/technical college with a degree in Engineering Technology, Electronic Technology, Computer Science, or a related field and a minimum of two years of experience in electric utility operations of power lines/substation equipment or a related field OR
• Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and a minimum of six years of progressively responsible experience as defined above OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training, or experience as defined above.

Special Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.

Equipment Operated

• Computer, calculator, communication equipment, and other equipment as required.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position.

Safety Hazards

• Minimal.

Protective Equipment

• As required in the Public Works Commission’s Safety Manual.

Employer’s Rights

This job description is general and illustrative of the kind of duties required of this position. It is not exhaustive and does not contain a detailed description of all the duties that may be assigned to the incumbent occupying this position.

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