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About MCE At MCE, we tackle the climate crisis with a shared commitment to innovation, community, and equity. Together, we foster an inclusive, collaborative, and flexible work environment where creativity thrives, work-life balance is prioritized, and every voice is valued. MCE is a not-for-profit public agency that has set the standard for clean energy in our communities since 2010. We provide more renewable power at stable rates, and deliver cutting-edge energy programs to residents and businesses across four Bay Area counties: Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, and Solano. Our team, drawn from all walks of life, embodies a shared passion for environmental stewardship and community service. You’ll work alongside dedicated professionals innovating and collaborating to make our communities more energy-efficient, resilient, and sustainable. MCE is in the San Francisco Bay Area, with offices in San Rafael and Concord. Employees have the  option  to work remotely, in a hybrid arrangement, or in the office, depending on the  role  responsibilities and any in-person meeting requirements. I am happy to provide more details if needed.    We value a range of experience. Even if you feel that you do not meet all of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Application materials will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Manager of  Contracts & Settlements (Power Resources) - One Position   Under general direction of the Director of Power Resources, the Manager of Contracts and Settlements has responsibility for managing MCE’s portfolio of executed power supply contracts. MCE's portfolio currently consists of the following contract types:   Long-term power purchase agreements for renewable energy and/or energy storage.    Short/medium term agreements for renewable and/or large hydroelectric energy.   Short/medium term agreements for resource adequacy.   Short/medium term agreements to hedge MCE’s CAISO load payments.    The Manager of Contracts and Settlements requires significant subject matter expertise and the ability to lead a team. This role manages the Contracts and Settlements vertical and works cross-departmentally to ensure successful execution of Power Resources Department operations. Since the Manager works closely with internal and external partners, counterparties, and Board members, they must demonstrate excellent communication skills.   Essential Duties and Responsibilities (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY) Ensure each of MCE’s power supply contracts is administered in accordance with the contract terms.   Work with counterparties to ensure that new steel in the ground projects are permitted, built, interconnected and brought to commercial operation in accordance with the contract milestones and terms.     Work with counterparties to ensure that resources deliver all the capacity, energy, and environmental products, as required under each agreement.   Ensure that resources are appropriately shown to the CPUC and CAISO for resource adequacy.   Work with MCE’s scheduling agent to ensure that resources are properly bid and scheduled into CAISO’s day-ahead and real-time markets.    Work with MCE’s scheduling agent to monitor resource performance and CAISO settlements.   Ensure accurate and timely bilateral settlements with each counterparty, including invoice validation.   Resolve the unexpected contractual and/or operational issues that happen.   Negotiate amendments and letter agreements to memorialize necessary changes to contracts.   Ensure that key contract terms and resource data are accurat