Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is about more than power. We're about the power of relationships. Our employees have the opportunity to work together to ensure electricity is delivered reliably and affordably to the millions of people living in our service territory. We have been voted one of Arkansas' Best Places to work by Arkansas Business and we are looking for a member of our team who is passionate about our mission to keep the lights on!
We have a core ideology here at SPP that we stand by: Do the right thing, for the right reason, in the right way.
We believe in supporting our employees through a fantastic benefits package:
- Competitive and transparent pay with bonus opportunities
- Excellent insurance package including three great medical plans to choose from, employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
- Relocation bonus (if applicable)
- Hybrid working environment for positions that are eligible
- Fantastic contributions to your retirement through a 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits and a pension (defined benefit plan) fully funded by SPP
COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The salary range(s) represents our good faith estimate for the role at this time. While we strive to provide competitive and transparent compensation, there may be circumstances where an offer is above or outside of the listed range. We are open to discussing salary expectations with qualified candidates considering factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and geographic location will all be considered during the hiring process.
Operations Analyst II - Pay Range$ 68,600 - $ 85,750
Operations Analyst III - Pay Range: $ 76,000 - $ 96,900
As an Operations Analyst in Model Coordination you will:
Support Model Coordination activities across multiple groups within SPP. This role assists in performing key functions for Model Coordination, ensuring accurate and timely updates for Market Participants (MPs), Transmission Customers (TCs), and other stakeholders. The position will also provide leadership, support project management, and assist in process enhancements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in documenting and implementing MP registration and Reliability changes in relevant SPP Models during scheduled or emergency updates.
- Support the development and completion of Change Requests (CRs) related to Market and Reliability Model updates.
- Provide recommendations to enhance the efficiency and quality of Model Coordination functions.
- Gain and develop expertise in Operations systems and tools, including power and transmission system concepts.
- Take leadership in developing and refining complex Operational processes, procedures, and tools.
- Analyze performance metrics and provide recommendations for process improvement.
- Ensure compliance with SPP governing documents and industry standards.
- Facilitate stakeholder relationships and manage project scopes, milestones, and timelines.
- Provide support to junior analysts and assist in team collaboration for complex projects.
- Assist with special projects, audits, and compliance documentation as required.
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of SPP's mission, core values, and culture, and apply them to day-to-day responsibilities.
To be successful in the role we're looking for:
- Bachelor of Science degree in a technical or business discipline: (Two (2) years of relevant job-related experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirement)
- Operations Analyst III - Four (4) years of relevant job-related experience (in excess of degree requirement above)
- Operations Analyst II - Two (2) years of relevant job-related experience (in excess of degree requirement above)
- Able to handle most types of assignments or tasks independently, regardless of complexity or difficulty; broad knowledge or experience in field; can coach other junior analysts in some assignments or tasks
- Strong inter-personal, oral, and written communication skills.
- Proficient in PC applications (word processor, database, spreadsheet) necessary including familiar with Microsoft Office applications and Project Management concepts and tools.
- Ability to function with constantly changing and multiple priorities as well as have motivation to take appropriate expedited action when required.
- Initiative to stay abreast of industry developments
- Ability to work with a broad spectrum of individuals with diverse interests when resolving problems
- Understanding of and compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures
Preferred:
- Bachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline
- Four (4) years of relevant job-related experience in assessment and analysis, data analysis, and ad hoc report writing
- NERC Certification
- Working knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards, SPP Criteria, Integrated Marketplace Protocols, and applicable OATT (Tariff), and OATT Business Practices
- Project Management Experience
- Experience in analyzing and evaluating markets behavior, and process modeling and improvement
Southwest Power Pool Inc.
415 N McKinley
Little Rock
Arkansas United States
www.spp.org
