Job DescriptionJob Description NRTC is member-driven and technology-focused – providing solutions that help our 1,500 electric and telephone members bring all the advantages of today’s evolving technology to rural America. NRTC’s solutions are developed specifically to meet the needs of rural utilities and their customers and include integrated broadband, managed services, smart grid, mobile, and video solutions. We are a dynamic, growing cooperative with over 800 employees operating out of eight office locations. Job Summary As a Smart Grid Solutions Manager, you will leverage your training and experience with electric utilities and utility-scale distributed generation (DG) technologies to support project development and deployments at electric cooperatives. NRTC does not directly design or deliver DG solutions, but we work closely with several industry-leading partners. The solutions NRTC brings to members are evolving, so you will also engage in evaluation, development, and deployment efforts related to load management, grid intelligence, SCADA, and more. As an individual contributor, you will serve as a subject matter expert on distributed generation for our members. In this collaborative but entrepreneurial role, you are focused on addressing core affordability, reliability, resiliency, and member satisfaction concerns for electric cooperatives. To achieve these goals, you must be an excellent communicator of technical information, empowering members to take informed action or purposeful inaction. Thus, you need to pull from a broad understanding of the value of DG solutions, being conversant with the “languages” of engineering, operations, finance, member services, and executives. Your day-to-day activities will focus on curating DG development opportunities, engaging with partner solutions providers, building sales opportunities with the business development team, supporting existing projects, and contributing to broader NRTC Smart Grid team initiatives. Working with regional business managers, you will be the first subject-matter expert engaging with an interested electric cooperative. You will invest time in understanding their needs and educating them about potential solutions. To further build trust, you will regularly coordinate and communicate with our solution providers, including remote and face-to-face meetings. You will leverage industry trends and data to develop targeted marketing. You will engage in webinars, conferences, and trade shows. You will also support members deploying and operating DG systems, ensuring the solution provides the expected benefits. Lastly, your communication and technical skills will help support additional NRTC advisory services. Responsibilities Assist the Vice President of Smart Grid Solutions in the planning, execution, and ongoing support for distributed solar, storage, and fuel-based generator solutions Cultivate and manage vendor and member relationships Become a thought leader around DG for electric cooperatives, effectively communicating opportunities and challenges Create and/or modify business plans and financial models to support purchase decisions Create and present compelling presentations to both small and large audiences Develop and execute marketing plans focused on meeting the needs of NRTC members Evaluating potential new partner relationships Assist the broader team with finding opportunities and deploying solutions for advanced metering infrastructure (AMI), load management, operational technology (e.g. SCADA), and strategic road map development Other duties as assigned Qualifications  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for internal and external stakeholders Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to create high-level electric utility financial models Self-driven and able to manage multiple priorities, especially in a remote setting Ability to resolve conflicts and maintain positive relationships with internal and external clients Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams, with other financial modeling experience preferred Willingness to learn and grow as technology and market conditions evolve Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in engineering, economics, business, or a related field is preferred 5 years working directly with DG technologies and/or electric utilities Experience leading complex operational and strategic initiatives Experience with load management, metering, and operational technology is preferred Electric utility experience, especially with electric cooperatives, is a plus Physical Demands Work is typically performed in a remote office setting Occasional travel, up to 30%, may be required Disclaimer: The above job description summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of required responsibilities, duties, and skills. The order in which responsibilities, duties, and skills are listed is not significant. #zr Powered by JazzHR vXC8mvA7IB Company DescriptionNRTC – Member Driven and Technology Focused NRTC provides solutions that help our 1,500 electric and telephone members bring all the advantages of today’s evolving technology to rural America. NRTC’s solutions are developed specifically to meet the needs of rural utilities and their customers, and include integrated smart grid solutions, advanced metering networks, next-generation energy, grid intelligence, broadband, managed services, mobile and video. We are a dynamic, growing cooperative with more than 800 employees operating out of eight office locations. We are looking to add experienced staff to our growing company to help our rural cooperative members develop their technology. Our approach is to educate and support our members as we work with them through a consultative process. Mission NRTC provides solutions that help our telecommunications and electric members bring all of the advantages of today’s evolving technology to rural America Vision We will be our members’ most trusted technology partner Values Our members are our reason for being We put the needs of our members first. We focus on delivering impactful solutions to them. Our team is the foundation of our success We trust each other. We cooperate with each other. We unite to accomplish our goals together. Our passion is supporting rural communities We are dedicated to our members and the communities they serve. IDEA Committee At NRTC, we are committed to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Awareness in the broadest sense to honor our company values. We believe an inclusive work environment provides an atmosphere that allows all employees to attain their greatest potential and achieve the greatest benefits for our Members. The IDEA Committee is committed to furthering a supportive and welcoming workplace environment in which employees of all backgrounds and demographic characteristics can productively and cohesively work together. Total Rewards We are proud to offer our employees an appealing total rewards package including competitive pay and a matching 401(k) plan, along with medical (with HSA contributions from NRTC), dental, vision, and short/long term disability insurance. We also offer 12 paid company holidays, paid-time off and paid training, as well as an employee assistance program, discounted wireless plan, and so much more. Growth and Development At NRTC, we pride ourselves in promoting from within and developing careers through our mentorship, Educational Assistance programs, NRTC University webinars, and a learning management platform. Most of our positions are posted internally first, where we give our existing employees the opportunity to elevate their careers. NRTC also provides a mentorship program that helps employees find experienced mentors who can lead them on their professional journeys. Our educational assistance program offers an annual reimbursement of up to $5,250 per calendar year for educational costs to promote professional growth with continued education outside of NRTC. Monthly NRTC University webinars are hosted to educate our employees on other business units and departments. NRTC provides a robust learning management platform including thousands of courses for continued self-education. Transparent Leadership Our Executive and Senior Leadership Teams provide frequent updates with our quarterly “All Hands Meetings” both company-wide and within each one of our four business units. These meetings consist of important company updates, candid financial information, employee milestones, Employee Excellence Awards, special guests, IDEA updates and on-the-spot employee Q&A. To help encourage open communication, feedback and discussions, NRTC leadership also has an “open door policy,” and conducts numerous employee surveys which allows our employees to help shape the culture and future of NRTC.Company DescriptionNRTC – Member Driven and Technology Focused \r\nNRTC provides solutions that help our 1,500 electric and telephone members bring all the advantages of today’s evolving technology to rural America. NRTC’s solutions are developed specifically to meet the needs of rural utilities and their customers, and include integrated smart grid solutions, advanced metering networks, next-generation energy, grid intelligence, broadband, managed services, mobile and video. We are a dynamic, growing cooperative with more than 800 employees operating out of eight office locations. We are looking to add experienced staff to our growing company to help our rural cooperative members develop their technology. Our approach is to educate and support our members as we work with them through a consultative process. \r\n\r\nMission\r\nNRTC provides solutions that help our telecommunications and electric members bring all of the advantages of today’s evolving technology to rural America\r\n\r\nVision\r\nWe will be our members’ most trusted technology partner\r\n\r\nValues\r\nOur members are our reason for being\r\nWe put the needs of our members first.\r\nWe focus on delivering impactful solutions to them.\r\n Our team is the foundation of our success\r\nWe trust each other. We cooperate with each other.\r\nWe unite to accomplish our goals together.\r\n Our passion is supporting rural communities\r\nWe are dedicated to our members and the communities they serve.\r\n\r\nIDEA Committee\r\nAt NRTC, we are committed to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Awareness in the broadest sense to honor our company values. We believe an inclusive work environment provides an atmosphere that allows all employees to attain their greatest potential and achieve the greatest benefits for our Members. The IDEA Committee is committed to furthering a supportive and welcoming workplace environment in which employees of all backgrounds and demographic characteristics can productively and cohesively work together. \r\n\r\nTotal Rewards\r\nWe are proud to offer our employees an appealing total rewards package including competitive pay and a matching 401(k) plan, along with medical (with HSA contributions from NRTC), dental, vision, and short/long term disability insurance. We also offer 12 paid company holidays, paid-time off and paid training, as well as an employee assistance program, discounted wireless plan, and so much more.\r\n\r\nGrowth and Development\r\nAt NRTC, we pride ourselves in promoting from within and developing careers through our mentorship, Educational Assistance programs, NRTC University webinars, and a learning management platform. Most of our positions are posted internally first, where we give our existing employees the opportunity to elevate their careers. NRTC also provides a mentorship program that helps employees find experienced mentors who can lead them on their professional journeys. Our educational assistance program offers an annual reimbursement of up to $5,250 per calendar year for educational costs to promote professional growth with continued education outside of NRTC. Monthly NRTC University webinars are hosted to educate our employees on other business units and departments. NRTC provides a robust learning management platform including thousands of courses for continued self-education. \r\n\r\nTransparent Leadership\r\nOur Executive and Senior Leadership Teams provide frequent updates with our quarterly “All Hands Meetings” both company-wide and within each one of our four business units. These meetings consist of important company updates, candid financial information, employee milestones, Employee Excellence Awards, special guests, IDEA updates and on-the-spot employee Q&A. To help encourage open communication, feedback and discussions, NRTC leadership also has an “open door policy,” and conducts numerous employee surveys which allows our employees to help shape the culture and future of NRTC.