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04-19-2024

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Job Description

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This position is an external interface for AEP with Regional Transmission Organizations (RTOs) and associate stakeholders. Responsible for leading advocacy at RTOs within assigned stakeholder groups (committees, task forces, etc.) Understand the impact of potential market changes to transmission planning and generation development and facilitate changes to RTO policies and processes that advance AEP’s business strategies.

Position is responsible for developing relationships with RTO staff, other transmission owners, potential business partners, regulators, industry groups, and across AEP Operating Companies and AEP Grid Solutions. Coordinate with AEP Regulatory Services and other AEP business units on RTO issues and advocate such company positions at the applicable RTO.

Effective communication in this role is critical. Individual will frequently develop written and verbal communications to AEP’s senior leadership, investor relations, external stakeholder, regulators and business partners. This includes summary and analysis of key RTO initiatives in the form of summaries, talking points, and position papers, as well as advocacy presentations to advance AEP’s positions with key stakeholders.

Specific Job Functions & Tasks :

Coordinate with AEP business units on policy issues and advocate AEP’s positions at assigned RTOs. Develop and provide expertise on Transmission issues including wholesale cost recovery, transmission planning, operations, and cost allocation. Develop and provide expertise on Market issues including capacity market issues, Generation Interconnection, and implementation of best practices for the organization. Coordinate cross functional teams to identify and implement best practices driven by RTO policy changes. Represent AEP on EEI, NATF, and NERC committees and taskforces, as assigned. Provide necessary testimony support on transmission matters in rate cases. Research, analyze and assess the impact of emerging issues to senior level management. Build teams and networks and effectively leverage such networking within the company, other peer companies, and professional organizations. Facilitate communication and issue resolution between AEP's corporate departments, partners, and Business Unit project groups.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Creates strategies and approaches to educate and engage with key stakeholders and advocate for Grid Solutions initiatives.

Represents AEP Grid Solutions to internal teams about Grid Solutions initiatives and policy.

Collaborates with external contractors in support of department needs.

Provides leadership and guidance to internal teams to provide consistent level of outreach efforts across all regions.

Responsibility for related reporting and tracking, and outreach materials library.

Assumes the responsibly of directing outside consultants and resources in support of overall department needs. Works closely with FERC and RTO policy teams, Corporate Communications, and operating companies’ External Affairs to foster two-way communications between key stakeholders and the Grid Solutions organization.

Coordinates deployment of resources accordingly.

Electric utility knowledge: Possess or have the ability to acquire a solid understanding of the electric system and its components.

Develop a functional understanding of grid facilities, regulatory processes and other business-related information.

Relationship building: Work effectively across all levels of the organization and use knowledge of company history and business direction to deliver best practices.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education requirements are listed below: Bachelor's degree in engineering, journalism, business, marketing, customer service, advertising, communications, public relations or public affairs, or related field.

Master's degree in the above-mentioned majors/fields is preferred but not required.

Work Experience requirement listed below: Minimum five (5) years' experience in progressively responsible positions in an electric utility or related experience in working with regulatory and/or RTO matters in Utilities, Corporate Communications, Customer Service, Marketing, Media Relations, Journalism, or related field.

Requirements include strategic communications, excellent written and public speaking skills, knowledge of electric utilities, excellent interpersonal skills, strong business knowledge, and the ability to implement business processes and support work groups.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

The ability to handle multiple projects and assignments is critical.

May require extended hours to accomplish assigned tasks to meet requirements and schedules.

Some overnight travel to attend key stakeholder meetings and events is required periodically.

Ten to fifteen percent (10% - 15%) travel time associated with this position.

Media relations experience and knowledge of social media tools is a plus.

Additional Requirements:

• Travel may be required based on ongoing activities, but not extensive.

• Ability to effectively interface with senior and executive-level stakeholders.

• Strong analytical, oral and written communication and presentation skills.

• Self-starter with a proactive mentality and positive attitude.

• Ability/willingness to work beyond normal business hours when needed.

• Ability to keep commercially sensitive items confidential.

INITIAL POSITION / BASE SALARY FUNDING: ($94,225 - $122,491). In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive Total Rewards including: discretionary annual incentive, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, etc.

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-008

Compensation Range:

$94,225.00-122,490.00 USD

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