Power Systems Coordinator 3

Job Description

• Johnson Service Group (JSG) is a nationally recognized professional staffing and recruiting firm that is looking for an experienced Power Systems Coordinator to fill a three-year contract assignment in the Gulfport, MS area.

This position may require some bending, lifting, climbing, prolonged sitting, prolonged walking, walking on gravel or crawling when necessary.

Date: 11/10/2026

Job Title: Power Systems Coordinator 3

Work Location: Gulfport, MS

The applicant must already possess certification by the North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC) as a Transmission Operator or Reliability Coordinator, in order to perform the position's operational responsibilities .

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Standard of Conduct must be signed and adhered to.

This position holds primary responsibility for the real time monitoring, operation, and control of the Bulk Power Transmission system.

Education Requirements

• A thorough understanding of the operation of an electric system is necessary.
• A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering is desirable (not required) and may be considered in lieu of experience.

Responsibilities Include

• Minute-to-minute monitoring and control of the bulk electric power system under normal system conditions.
• Analysis and evaluation of the system, determination of restoration actions and implementation of those actions under abnormal system conditions.
• The ability to remain current in understanding and implementation of all NERC compliance standards.

Experience Requirements

• Prior experience in Transmission Systems required (Substations, Transmission Lines, Operations, or Protection & Controls).
• Extensive knowledge and/or experience in transmission system operations and characteristics is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge and/or experience in substation equipment and their operating characteristics is preferred.
• General knowledge and/or experience in generation control, system protection, and system control is desired.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of interconnected power systems operations.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Comprehensive computer skills in order to utilize numerous computer applications.
• The leadership and other interpersonal skills required to work with other professionals in a team environment.
• The ability to handle multiple inputs and tasks at one time, prioritize work and provide leadership during critical system events.
• Superior problem-solving skills and be comfortable making decisions with limited input and extreme time constraints.

Schedule

• This position requires shift work on a rotational basis working shifts which are 12 hours in length.
• Shifts include days, nights, and weekends.

Is this position supporting a government-related project? No

Does this position require NERC/CIP access? Yes

Does this position require driving (excluding commute)? No

Does this position require personal protective equipment (PPE)? No

Estimated Start Date: 11/09/2026

Estimated Duration of Job Assignment: 11/09/2029

JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #D650