Principal Advisor Economic, Interregional and Policy Planning

Overview

Principal Advisor Economic, Interregional and Policy Planning — Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO).

This role is responsible for coordinating across System Planning to implement key base business activities, including Long Range Transmission Planning development, long-term technology evolution, and technical support on economic, interregional, and policy planning. The position ensures compliance with assigned system planning processes while driving strategic initiatives that strengthen reliability and support long-term business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the development and support of Long-Range Transmission Planning tranches.
• Coordinating technology implementation efforts that enhance economic, interregional, and policy planning.
• Advancing enhancements to Economic, Interregional, & Policy Planning policies and tools in alignment with MISO's reliability framework and strategic priorities.
• Driving change initiatives in collaboration with MISO, vendors, and industry partners to advance System Planning.
• Providing expert technical guidance on economic and policy matters that influence strategic direction.
• Supporting System Planning staff with expertise in regional and interregional planning coordination.
• Compiling, analyzing, and presenting project status reports for management.
• Preparing and reviewing reports for MISO transmission owners, stakeholder committees, regulators (FERC, NERC, and state), and other stakeholders on long-term transmission planning.
• Contributing to divisional budgets and forecasts by aligning operational requirements with divisional strategy.

Qualifications

Preferred

Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $178,000-$200,000 USD annually. Salaries may vary based on location, individual competencies, education / professional certifications, and qualifications / experience. Position is eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and company objectives are met. MISO offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 401k, vacation, sick and safe time, available on your first day of employment.

About MISO

Transformative innovation is happening in the electric industry, from digitalizing homes and distributed resources to renewable energy and an ever-changing grid. MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. Using groundbreaking research and sophisticated technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million people throughout North America. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, and planning for a bright future – it's what our immensely hard-working and dedicated team does every day.

Join #TeamMISO to be a driving force as we build the grid of the future. #DiscoverMISO #MISOCareers #TeamMISO #WeAreMISO

J-18808-Ljbffr