Senior Resource Specialist Power Markets & Energy Trading

Senior Resource Specialist Power Markets & Energy Trading Location: Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid) Duration: 6-Month Assignment with potential to extend / convert Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:30 PM with alternating Fridays off Pay Rate: $76 - $84/hour About the Opportunity We’re seeking an experienced Senior Resource Specialist (Power Marketer) to join a high-performing energy team focused on power markets, trading, and energy procurement. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and analytical energy professional who thrives in fast-paced market environments and enjoys identifying opportunities that drive value and manage risk. If you have a background in Power Trading or Energy Origination and are passionate about wholesale energy markets, we’d love to hear from you. What You’ll Do Analyze power and energy markets to identify trading, hedging, and procurement opportunities. Execute and support transactions involving Energy, Resource Adequacy, Renewable Energy Credits (RECs), Carbon Allowances, and Transmission Capacity. Develop market insights and strategies to manage portfolio risk. Collaborate with operations, scheduling, and analytics teams to support energy trading activities. Negotiate and manage energy agreements, including PPAs, Resource Adequacy contracts, and other long-term transactions. Build and maintain strong relationships with utilities, power producers, and market participants. Utilize ETRM systems and analytical tools to evaluate opportunities and exposures. Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative team environment. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Energy Management, Mathematics, Business, or a related field. Minimum 6+ years of direct experience in Power Trading, Energy Origination, Energy Marketing, or Energy Risk Management. Strong knowledge of wholesale power markets, particularly CAISO. Experience with ETRM platforms such as Allegro, Endur, OATI, PCI, or similar. Advanced financial modeling and quantitative analysis skills. Knowledge of energy derivatives, renewable energy markets, battery storage valuation, and power purchase agreements. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Additional Requirements Please note the following candidate requirements: Must have direct experience in Power Trading or Energy Origination. Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. No H-1B sponsorship or visa transfers available. Candidates must not be current CalPERS retirees or active CalPERS members. Local Southern California. Ability to work a hybrid schedule and commute to the Los Angeles office as required. #J-18808-Ljbffr TPS Group