Job Purpose
The DSO Distribution Security Operator will supervise and monitor the electric distribution system as a critical player within the new Distribution System Operator (DSO) model to deliver on the company’s Electric Sector Modernization Plan (ESMP) goals for a clean energy future. Distributed Energy Resource (DER) operations and their ability to be leveraged to relieve grid constraints will be a primary component of the position.

Key Accountabilities
Accountable for the safe, secure, reliable, and efficient operation of National Grid’s New England Distribution system, to include:
· Provide day-ahead/real-time analysis and develop/implement action plans to mitigate developing system issues
· Dispatch DERs/Non-Wire Alternatives (NWAs)/Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) to provide load balancing and maintain the system within operating limits.
· Coordinate planned, forced, and emergency outages with applicable entities.
· Perform Load Flow & Contingency Analysis using applications such as the Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) and Distribution Energy Resource Management System (DERMS).
· Ensure distribution system equipment operates within established ratings.
· Evaluate and assess activation of automated systems.
· Monitor the health and accuracy of the Distribution Management System (DMS), Predictive Operations Tools, and other applicable DSO systems, reporting anomalies to responsible individuals.
· Obtain and maintain any required certifications.
· Maintain close and effective working relationships with DSO, Control Room, Engineering, and Customer groups.

Qualifications
· Bachelors degree in STEM required
· Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment aptitude test
· Must be available to work a shift schedule.
· Ability to work Overtime in support of company and customer needs.