[Hiring] FERC Program Coordinator @City of Tacoma

Role Description

The Program Coordinator reports to the FERC License Program Manager and provides program coordination and support for the FERC License Program. This position supports the successful delivery of major programs and projects associated with ongoing FERC license compliance, as well as upcoming FERC relicensing, surrender, and transfer activities for Tacoma Power’s hydroelectric projects.

This position supports compliance with requirements established by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), including the Division of Licensing and the Division of Hydropower Administration and Compliance (DHAC), as well as internal programmatic systems and processes. The Program Coordinator assists with tracking license implementation activities, interim and formal schedules, and program milestones to support timely and compliant execution of FERC license requirements.

• Develop and maintain schedules, budgets, tracking tools, program documentation, reporting, and internal and external communications.
• Identify and escalate issues, risks, and emerging concerns.

The position supports Tacoma Power’s mission to create clean, reliable, and marketable energy while ensuring responsible stewardship of natural and cultural resources. Program activities span a broad range of resource areas, including:

• Fish and wildlife
• Forestry
• Land management
• Recreation
• Cultural resources
• Instream flows
• Water quality
• Reservoir management

The Program Coordinator plays an integral role in supporting the FERC Licensing Program and ensuring the current and future goals and obligations associated with Tacoma Power’s four hydroelectric project licenses are accomplished in a coordinated, timely, and compliant manner. The position works collaboratively across programs and disciplines within Tacoma Power to align FERC licensing and compliance activities with related operational, environmental, regulatory, and resource stewardship efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in planning, engineering, architecture, project management or directly related field such as environmental science.
• 4 years of experience in urban planning, development, construction or inspection. Regulatory compliance or natural resources experience is preferred.
• Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education.

Requirements

• Coordinate FERC Licensing Program activities by serving as a member of the FERC Licensing Core Team.
• Develop and maintain program controls and tracking systems for FERC licensing and compliance activities.
• Coordinate project teams and advisory groups supporting Tacoma Power’s hydroelectric licenses.
• Support FERC license compliance and regulatory requirements for Tacoma Power’s four hydroelectric projects.
• Coordinate meetings, communications, and program materials for senior management and stakeholders.
• Support contracts, task orders, submittals, and program documentation associated with FERC licensing.
• Promote continuous improvement and professional development by identifying opportunities to improve program coordination.

Benefits

• Annual Salary: $105,643.20 - $148,740.80
• Employee Benefits | City of Tacoma

Application Process

Interested individuals should apply online by completing the application and attaching a resume and cover letter by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Applications received without attaching the required materials may not progress in the selection process.

Applicants who have the strongest backgrounds related to the responsibilities of this position may be invited to participate in the interview process, which may include a work problem. Appointment is subject to passing a background check.

Get Assistance

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