PJM Transmission Strategy and Policy Manager (remote)

Job Summary

Responsible for managing multiple states' regulatory operational requirements for transmission which would involve analysis of proposed and current regulatory requirements, strategic positioning, risk assessment, financial and operational impacts, and interfacing as needed with commission staff. Assist in the development of transmission policy, support IT development and lead/chair various system work teams to ensure all regulatory requirements are met. The incumbent has direct ownership for the development, education, implementation, tracking and monitoring of regulatory compliance in an 11-state jurisdiction.

Job Description

Travel to Washington, D.C., and/or PJM (Valley Forge/Philadelphia, PA, area), etc. is expected at approximately 40%-60%.

For candidates in Central Ohio, this position is based onsite at AEP Transmission’s Headquarters in New Albany, OH, with travel expectations.
For candidates in other locations – preferably in Ohio or near Washington, D.C., or Philadelphia, PA – there may be an opportunity to be based remotely with travel expectations

WHAT YOU'LL DO

- Coordinate appropriate personnel resources as "subject matter experts" to achieve an optimal outcome on proposed regulatory requirements.

- Serve as transmission liaison between AEP corporate/state officials, Transmission employees and commission staff concerning regulatory matters and/or requirements related to distribution operations.

- Oversee the development of appropriate tracking and monitoring capabilities for regulatory standard compliance.

- Coordinate and respond to data requests and reporting requirements for transmission through AEP state regulatory organizations.

- Assess regulatory operational impacts and assist in the development of programs to those requirements.

- Provide regulatory advice and counsel in policy and employee incentive program development.

- Interface with the Customer Operations group to ensure alignment of both business divisions' operations with regulatory performance requirements.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Education: bachelor's degree in engineering, business, finance, economics, communications, or related field.

Master's degree is preferred but not required.

Experience: minimum of thirteen (13) years of experience working in progressively responsible positions. Strong knowledge in transmission operations, customer operations, and the regulatory environment and filing proceedings internal and external of AEP.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Physical demand level is Sedentary

WHAT YOU’LL GET

Base Salary: $137K - $218K

In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive Total Rewards including: discretionary short-/long-term incentives, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance, etc.

WHO WE ARE

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

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$137K - $218K / Year

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Physical Demands

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

Details

Location
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Job Type
Remote

Category
Legal/Regulatory

Posted
6/18/2026

Posted End Date
6/23/2026 (4 days left to apply)

ID
R13631

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