• Full Time
  • Remote

Transmission Agency of Northern California

A statewide recruitment is underway to identify top candidates (or private firms) to serve as the General Manager (via contract agreement) of a Joint Powers Authority that provides electric transmission to its Member Agencies. The General Manager reports directly to the TANC Commission and receives policy guidance from the Commission. Annual budget is in excess of $33 million. This position requires the GM to be extremely hands-on in running the JPA in support of the Commission, oversight of contracts and agenda management. The selected candidate (or firm) will work remotely. Commission and Committee meetings will be held in Northern California. 

The TANC Commission will provide a contractual agreement with the selected individual (requires residency in Northern California) that will be structured in one of three ways: directly contracting as a self-employed consultant (#1099); creation of a new entity by the GM to provide the services (i.e., Limited Liability Corporation); or employment through a Third-Party entity (i.e., TANC member Agency or affiliated agency).

Important to note, TANC is not designated to have any direct employees or provide benefits. Interested parties should be aware that the JPA is not a CalPERS agency. Additionally, based on recent rulings in California, it is no longer advised for partner agencies (including JPAs) to rely on inter-agency MOUs and agreements due to retirement plan issues. For this reason, this contractual structure for engaging the TANC’s General Manager is being sought.

Requires progressively responsible executive-level management and administrative experience dealing with electric transmission and ideally more specific to addressing the needs of a transmission service provider. Current or prior California experience working directly with a public utility is strongly preferred including extensive knowledge of reliability compliance, California ISO, California Public Utility Commission, and other federal-level regulatory agencies (FERC, etc.). Experience overseeing work products and timely deliverables from consultants is expected including the ability to incorporate best business practices, judicious financial management and identify operational inefficiencies. Understanding the relationship with OASIS service provider will be very beneficial experience. A Bachelor’s degree is required. Advanced degree is a plus.

Interested candidates or firms should apply by submitting a compelling cover letter and comprehensive resume to apply@ralphandersen.com by Monday, January 6, 2025. Submittals by a private firm need to designate the individual designated to be the lead consultant. No dual or co-sharing of the role will be considered. Private firms are advised to submit hourly billing rate and other considerations at the onset of interest. Confidential inquiries are welcomed to Ms. Heather Renschler at (916) 630-4900. Or request an appointment time to discuss this opportunity further by sending an email to scheduling@ralphandersen.com.

Detailed brochure available at ralphandersen.com/jobs/gm-tanc/