Operational Readiness Manager Jobs in California

Description Central Coast Community Energy (3CE) is seeking a driven Power Supply Asset Manager to join our team. Apply immediately as this posting may close once sufficient applications are received. Annual Salary Range: $135,000.00 - $175,000.00 FLSA Status: Exempt Location: Monterey, CA; Soquel, CA; Santa Barbara, CA; San Luis Obispo, CA

Hybrid. ABOUT THE POSITION: The Power Supply Asset Manager is responsible for end-to-end asset lifecycle management of 3CE's power supply portfolio, with a primary focus on asset performance, operational readiness, and value optimization. This role leads oversight of PPAs, ESAs, and other supply resources from execution through Commercial Operation Date (COD) and into steady-state operations, ensuring assets deliver expected performance, revenue, and compliance outcomes.

This position serves as the central integrator across internal teams, developers, asset owners, and scheduling coordinators, driving operational alignment, issue resolution, and continuous performance monitoring. Contract management responsibilities support the asset management function by ensuring key obligations, milestones, and commercial terms are accurately tracked, interpreted, and executed throughout the asset lifecycle. ABOUT US.

3CE is a Community Choice Aggregation agency established by local communities to source clean and renewable electricity at responsible rates for more than 1.2 million residential, commercial, and agricultural customers throughout Monterey, San Benito, Santa Cruz, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Barbara counties. 3CE is locally controlled and governed by board members who represent the communities served by the agency. 3CE is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions through local control of utility-scale renewable electricity generation, investment in new renewable power projects, and the implementation of innovative energy programs that facilitate the electrification of transportation and the built environment

3CE promotes long-term electric rate stability and energy security while reducing reliance on fossil fuels and stimulating the local economy. Example of Duties Asset Onboarding Lead coordination with developers and scheduling coordinators to prepare resources for Commercial Operation Date (COD), ensuring technical, operational, and market readiness. Manage onboarding milestones, readiness criteria, data setup, and dependencies through COD and early operations.

Serve as the central point of coordination during go-live periods, ensuring a smooth and timely transition into commercial operations. Asset Lifecycle Management Oversee ongoing operational coordination and asset management activities across the lifecycle of the resource, from COD through steady-state operations. Act as the primary point of coordination with developers and asset owners on operational matters impacting availability, performance, and compliance.

Monitor adherence to contractual operating requirements, performance standards, and delivery obligations over the life of the asset. Support asset-related change management, including operating assumption updates, performance remediation efforts, and lifecycle transitions. Operational Coordination & Issue Resolution Own day-to-day operational coordination for onboarded assets, with a focus on performance during early operations.

Act as an operational subject matter expert on executed agreements, translating contractual and operational requirements into effective implementation. Identify, track, and resolve operational issues across internal teams, developers, and scheduling coordinators to protect asset performance and compliance. Performance Monitoring & Risk Visibility Monitor and report on onboarding progress, operational readiness, and ongoing CAISO market asset performance.

Proactively surface risks, constraints, or trends that could impact asset performance, compliance, or value. Escalate material issues to Asset Management and leadership with clear context and recommended actions. Process Improvement Develop and maintain standardized onboarding checklists, COD readiness playbooks, and operational trackers.

Drive improvements to workflows, documentation, and automation to support portfolio growth and operational scale. Partner with internal teams to continuously improve operational execution and portfolio visibility. Contract Management Support Origination by coordinating executed and in-flight deals, aligning inputs, timelines, and cross-functional reviews to ensure smooth transition into asset onboarding.

Own post-execution handoff and onboarding of PPAs, ESAs, RA/capacity agreements, and related contracts to enable effective asset management. Key Interfaces Internal: Energy Trading, Contract Management, Regulatory Affairs, Legal, Finance, Settlements External: Developers and Asset owners, Scheduling Coordinators, CAISO, Consultants, Vendors Typical Qualifications Knowledge of: Asset performance management, including monitoring generation, availability, and operational KPIs. Energy generation technologies across renewable and conventional resources (solar, wind, storage, geothermal, hydro, etc.)

Wholesale power market operations within the California Independent System Operator (CAISO), including scheduling, dispatch, and settlements. Power scheduling and coordination with Scheduling Coordinators for energy, ancillary services, and RA delivery. Operational aspects of PPAs, including performance tracking, settlement alignment, and compliance.

Project development and operational readiness, including interconnection, COD, and transition to steady-state operations. Portfolio monitoring and reporting, including variance analysis, exception tracking, and dashboards. CAISO settlements, including charge code interpretation, invoice validation, and reconciliation.

Resource Adequacy (RA) compliance and delivery performance tracking. Renewable energy compliance, including REC management and reporting. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and data/reporting tools for portfolio analytics, settlements validation, and performance tracking.

Ability to: Be thorough and detail oriented. Apply strong task prioritization, analytical and problem-solving skills. Manage multiple priorities and quickly adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with persons encountered during the performance of duties. Take responsibility and work independently, as well as work as a team member. Prepare professional written work products.

Perform quantitative data and statistical analysis and effectively communicate results to others. Work accurately and swiftly under pressure. Demonstrate patience, tact and courtesy.

Deliver clear oral communications. Education and Experience: Any combination of training, education, and experience that provides the knowledge skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position is qualifying. Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business, economics, accounting, or a related field.

Experience: Three (3) or more years of progressively responsible work experience related to the duties and responsibilities described above, particularly in asset or resource management. Additional Requirements: This position may involve working nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Additionally, occasional overnight travel may be required.

Supplemental Information 3CE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS RECRUITMENT AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICANTS. HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE AS DESIGNATED BY CEO: Current remote workdays are scheduled on Mondays and Thursdays OR Employee may elect to work a 9/80 work schedule with alternating Fridays or Mondays off. BENEFITS: 3CE offers a competitive benefits structure to its full-time employees.

RETIREMENT: Employees contribute 10% of their salary on a pre-tax basis towards the PARS retirement system, and the employer contributes 10% towards PARS. HEALTH INSURANCE: 3CE pays 90% employer paid coverage for employee plus family coverage. 100% employer paid for single coverage towards medical, dental, and vision.

3CE contributes up to $2400 annually towards flexible spending benefits and $3600.00 towards HRA. HEALTH & WELLNESS: 3CE contributes $1,000 per fiscal year for health, wellness, or EV reimbursement. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: 3CE offers 457 deferred compensations

PTO: 180 hours annually on an accrual basis per pay period. CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE: This position is eligible for a cell phone allowance of $50.00 monthly. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit a cover letter and resume via www.governmentjobs.com

Candidates who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered or move forward in the selection process. 3CE is not responsible for the failure of internet forms and/or email transmission in submitting your application packet. If you have a disability or a special need that requires an accommodation, please let us know by contacting Chelsey Ripley, Human Resources Analyst, at cripley@3ce.org Central Coast Community Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental or physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, or any other characteristic protected by law.