Market Policy & Operations Analyst

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Market Policy & Operations Analyst

Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Fraser Vly Office

Employment type: Temporary Region: Lower Mainland

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Resident

Annual salary: $ 64,100.00 - 69,200.00

Position Highlights

Administers BC Hydro’s Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT) and supplemental Business Practices to customers on

the transmission system by providing customer support on transmission requests and preparing revenue forecasts and

various financial and operational reports.

What you'll do

- Oversees and validates transmission requests on internal sales and scheduling and industry business systems within

specified timelines to ensure adherence to the terms and conditions in BC Hydro’s Open Access Transmission Tariff

(OATT), supplemental Business Practices and regulatory requirements for the sale and scheduling of transmission and

ancillary services.

- Reconciles data discrepancies after-the-fact by investigating and analyzing discrepancies and working with utilities,

Transmission Providers, marketers, Balancing Authorities and Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC) to resolve

transmission and/or energy discrepancies and disputes in transactions. Compiles and analyzes hourly generation and

interchange metered data reports to ensure data integrity is maintained.

- Analyzes, validates and corrects financial daily and monthly reports on settlement data and physical energy/transmission

contracts and activity for accuracy prior to month end financial and physical settlement.

- Reviews and analyzes various customer invoices for accuracy of charges and corrects incorrect charges prior to

management approval and online posting of invoices. Advises and explains charge adjustments to affected parties.

Investigates, analyzes and resolves customer disputes pertaining to financial settlements and billing discrepancies.

- Prepares and adjusts OATT revenue forecasts for inclusion in the Transmission Revenue Requirement by identifying

trends, constants and potential service rate and contract changes with Regulatory and Transmission Contracts

departments. Prepares monthly variance analysis between forecasts and Transmission Service Plan/Revenue Requirement

Plan with variance explanations to Finance. Prepares ad hoc operational (transmission scheduling and billing activity)

reports and revenue forecasts for internal stakeholders.

- Responds to internal stakeholders (such as Treasury and Legal) and customers on matters related to the OATT customer

registration process and the application of OATT and Business Practices. Develops and presents education sessions to

internal and external stakeholders as required.

- Maintains and updates communications and transmission data on BC Hydro’s external websites.

- Participates in the development, enhancement and implementation of business processes, reporting tools and systems.

Works with IT support to carry out user acceptance testing for systems enhancement (including system display

configurations), upgrades or new releases. Develops and maintains department system, process and program

documentation (such as training manuals).

- Maintains currency with industry business practices and tariffs related to scheduling and billing. Participates in industry

subcommittees to: maintain awareness of industry best practices; keep department apprised of any changes or pending

changes; and represent BC Hydro as a voting member on proposed changes.

- Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties that do not affect the rating of the job.

What you bring

- Diploma in business management/administration, finance or accounting; AND three (3) years of analytical experience in a

role related to financial, economical, mathematics, or energy accounting.

OR

- Degree in business management/administration, finance or accounting or related field; AND two (2) years of analytical

experience in a role related to financial, economical, mathematics, or energy accounting.

- Experience in the utility industry would be an asset. Courses in Electrical Utility Fundamentals and Electric System

Overview considered assets.

What we offer

- A comprehensive benefits package

- A minimum of 15 paid vacation days

- A lifetime pension

- Flexible work model, depending on your role type

- Training and development courses

For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.

Location: Langley, BC, Canada

What else you should know

This position is affiliated with the Movement of United Professionals union (MoveUP/COPE). http://moveuptogether.ca

- The interview process consists of 1 hour interview and 1 hour of testing.

- This position works on statutory holidays; however, time in lieu will be given right before or after the statutory holiday.

- This role will be up to 2 years in length.

Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable,

include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without

any delays.

Date Posted: 2025-09-16 Closing Date: 2025-09-30

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