Job Description
Under the general direction of the Manager, supports the External Affairs division by examining western legislative and regulatory proceedings and conducting outreach to the ISO’s state partners across the West to meet the strategic goals of the organization. Collaborates with other ISO divisions to align public information and outreach efforts, emphasizing the importance of regional coordination and business development. Key responsibilities include relationship development, monitoring and analyzing the work of western state commissions and legislatures. Attends commission, legislative, and state committee meetings and workshops and documents relevant matters. Reviews and summarizes key reports and correspondence and assists in the development and implementation of an outreach strategy to facilitate timely, robust, and appropriate engagement in and support of ISO processes impacting the region. Supports efforts of advisory bodies to the Western Energy Markets (WEM) Governing Body, including the Regional Issues Forum (RIF) and the WEM Body of State Regulators (BOSR). Provides advisory bodies with timely ISO updates and facilitates meetings, agenda development, and training opportunities.
About California Independent System Operator
The California Independent System Operator (ISO) manages the flow of electricity across the high-voltage, long-distance power lines that make up 80 percent of California's power grid.