Job Description

Director, RTO Relations - Energy Markets

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Primary Purpose

We're powering a cleaner, brighter future. Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders, and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier, and more resilient. We are a Fortune 200 company with 19,000 colleagues serving over 10 million customers across six energy companies: Atlantic City Electric, Baltimore Gas and Electric, Commonwealth Edison, Delmarva Power & Light, PECO Energy, and Potomac Electric Power Company. We value inclusivity, creativity, safety, innovation, integrity, and community service. We offer competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits, and rewarding career opportunities.

The position will focus on wholesale market design and rules within the PJM Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) and Exelon's engagement with the U.S. Department of Energy. Responsibilities include developing market design policy objectives, supporting their execution, and representing Exelon's interests with senior PJM officials, DOE leadership, trade associations, and coalitions. The role involves coordinating market policy with various groups within Exelon.

Primary Duties

• Lead Exelon's RTO strategy on energy markets, including developing frameworks, policies, programs, and strategic initiatives.
• Coordinate with related directors on transmission issues.
• Represent and advocate for Exelon's policy objectives in external forums and coalitions.
• Monitor PJM market rule development and contribute to regulatory filings.
• Support regulatory and ratemaking initiatives in PJM.
• Build and maintain relationships with RTO members, officials, and stakeholder groups.
• Ensure cross-functional alignment within Exelon on policy and strategy.
• Manage Exelon's membership with RTOs, including PJM for all operating companies and Exelon BSC.

Federal Affairs Activities

• Coordinate Exelon's strategy and presence at the U.S. Department of Energy.
• Develop and maintain relationships with DOE leadership to influence policy and funding opportunities.
• Coordinate with the federal partnerships team on funding strategies.
• Engage externally at conferences and forums to showcase Exelon's leadership.
• Monitor DOE priorities and inform internal stakeholders.

Job Scope

• Reports to the VP, Federal Regulatory Affairs.
• Based in Washington, DC, with travel up to 20%.

Minimum Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in electric utilities, federal agencies, or RTO/ISO markets.
• Strong understanding of energy industry, PJM, and regulatory concepts.
• Ability to process complex information and communicate salient points effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills for relationship-building across all organization levels.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in business, economics, policy, law, or related field.
• Experience with PJM or a federal agency.
• Experience working with external stakeholder groups and building coalitions.

Benefits

• Salary range: $187,200 - $257,400 plus $50K annual Long Term Incentive.
• Annual bonus: 30%.
• 401(k) match, medical/dental/vision insurance, life/disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off, parental leave, and mental health resources.
• Wellbeing programs including tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and fitness reimbursement.

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