or apply directly on New York ISO's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 30 days New York ISO's roles stay open a median of 37 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 4% of New York ISO's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at New York ISO
- high 10 stale, 0 reposted of 26 open
- Hiring momentum
- 28 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from New York ISO's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for New York ISO.
About this role
The Director of Grid Operations at NYISO will oversee all functions related to Grid Operations, including Power System Operations and Real-time Energy Market Operations, ensuring the reliable operation of New York's bulk power system. This role involves leading the development of operating procedures, ensuring compliance with various standards, and representing NYISO in external discussions. The position requires 24/7 leadership during system stress conditions and involves significant interaction with regulatory bodies and other ISOs.
- benefits
- 2/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of New York ISO as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or other scientific/technical field
- Fifteen years related experience in power system operations, including power dispatching and load scheduling
- Significant understanding of the New York high voltage transmission system and generation infrastructure
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex technical documents
- Advanced competency in Windows operating environment using MS Office applications
Nice to have
- Master’s Degree (MSEE, MBA)
- Experience in leading technical discussions at external committees
- Experience with software modifications related to Real-Time Scheduling programs
What you get
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Competitive salaries
- Innovative reward programs
Worth weighing
- Onsite work required several days per week with potential for increased onsite requirements
- Role involves significant stress management during system emergencies
- No specific mention of work-life balance considerations despite 24/7 operational demands
Summarised from New York ISO's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by New York ISO on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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