Responsible for the negotiation, creation, on-going management of NYPA’s contracts and supplementary agreements for its various customers related to purchasing, energy management, construction and installation of energy efficiency equipment and lighting, working directly with NYPA’s legal team.
Includes supporting technical analysis, compliance, and billing and settlement activities.
Ensures that NYPA and the customer are abiding by the rules/regulations outlined in the contracts and supplemental agreements (construction, engineering, design, billing, program administration, etc.
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Responsibilities
Develop and manage the negotiation, maintenance and administration of new and existing contracts.
Support and manage the coordination of NYPA’s business, financial and legal roles to move forward with new contracts and/or to resolve contract issues.
Develop and manage best practice and continuous improvement methodologies related to the contract and related contract management process
Develop and implement business group’s risk management methods, procedures and activities
Administer the management of contract procedures; review/ analyze short term and long term issues and coordinate cross-functional activities
Manage customer-related agreements and processes.
Support the development of new processes as required due to changing business models, for enhanced quality and efficient processing
Perform all legally required activities related to the customer base; up to and including detailed financial reviews and ad-hoc inquiries and analyses
Responsible for studying the changing utility regulatory, statutory, and legal landscape to support proactively preparing for and managing future impacts in the business group
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Advanced knowledge of the electric utility industry and NYISO market is required.
Advanced knowledge of economics, finance and contract/ legal concepts and theories.
Excellent analytical skills required, including ability to interpret and develop business requirements within statutory and contract framework.
Ability to analyze financial, marketing and industry data to support contract and risk management
Ability to anticipate problems/issues, streamline and propose solutions as appropriate is required.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously is required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including negotiating skills.
Ability to clearly explain and present concepts in multiple areas of expertise to peers and management.
Ability to assist others in achievement of group goals and foster an environment of cooperation among group members.
Ability to work with minimal supervision once direction is given.
Ability to work in a team environment is required.
Strong understanding of the various standard legal terms & conditions used in NYPA contracts.
Education, Experience and Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, Finance, or related discipline is required.
MBA or other graduate degree is preferred.
Contract and/or legal experience is preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of utility experience is required.
Physical Requirements
Approximately 25% travel primarily within NY State.
The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation.
The target salary range for this position is: $94,870 - $142,310.
The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates’ relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them.
We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.
NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates’ disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns.
To request an accommodation, please email accessibility@nypa.
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