Power Supply Analyst I, II, III or Senior

Leads and supports contract administration of existing renewable and conventional resource power purchase agreements and related contracts. Performs analysis and reporting of contract data, renewable performance, and related areas. Works with Tri-State Member Systems in policy implementation related to distributed and local renewable resources.

Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes : Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance, Retirement Option, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits.

Senior Power Supply Analyst

Hiring Salary Range: $109,000-$139,000

Power Supply Analyst III

Hiring Salary Range: $98,000-$124,000

Power Supply Analyst II

Hiring Salary Range: $80,000-$99,000

Power Supply Analyst I

Hiring Salary Range: $72,000-$88,000

- Responsible for training Power Supply Analyst(s) on key Power Supply functions.

- Lead and support analysis of proposals for new resources resulting from competitive bidding processes, assist with summary and presentation of data, and assist with organization of data received.

- Lead and support contract administration of existing renewable and conventional resource power purchase agreements and related contracts to include ensuring contractual compliance, development of operating procedures, optimizing terms and conditions, and monitoring ongoing contractual milestones and similar requirements.

- Guide and support analysis of various external and internal reporting requirements.

- Responsible for renewable PPA tracking, reporting, operating procedures and related Renewable Energy Credit (REC) activity.

- Guide and support administration and execution of contracts with Member Systems to support implementation of Tri-State Board policies 115 and 117.

- Lead and support activities related to the development of Tri-State’s Electric Resource Plan and similar plans required of regulatory bodies.

- Lead and support inputs to Tri-State’s budget and long-term financial forecast.

- Lead, support and participate in ad hoc analytical requests.

- Develop a variety of reports and prepare department reports and presentations.

- Responsible for developing, revising, updating and maintaining documentation of department processes and procedures for standardization and consistency in alignment with continual improvement and best practices.

- Because Tri-State is an electric utility with continuous service obligations to its customers, regular, reliability, and predictable performance of the essential functions and responsibilities is an essential function of the job.

Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job.

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform other related duties as assigned

SUCCESS FACTORS/JOB COMPETENCIES:

- Planning: ability to think ahead and plan within timelines and resources; develop scopes, plan and schedule work; set priorities and goals; anticipate and adjust for problems; evaluate workloads; measure and evaluate performance against established goals.

- Time management: ability to successfully plan and implement objectives within established timelines and work schedules.

- Ability to analyze problems and develop effective solutions at both strategic and functional levels.

- Attention to detail works to ensure accuracy of work by developing effective ways to check work and consider whether results make sense.

- Ability to be proactive: includes the ability to look ahead and consider how current decisions may impact future commitments and relationships as well as seeking opportunities to learn about industry trends that may impact department work.

- Commitment to company values.

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

- Strong team player accomplishes tasks by working with others and being a good team player. Recognizes how his/her decisions may impact others; seeks input from others.

- Computer proficiency in operating a personal computer and standard business office applications including Microsoft Office suite, databases, and other related applications.

- Ability to work independently, with minimal direction as a highly motivated self-starter.

Education and Training

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Data Science or related discipline; or equivalent relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:

- Knowledge of generation technologies, including renewable technologies, wholesale power markets, utility operations, and market design.

- Knowledge of commercial practices for bulk power transactions, settlements and scheduling.

- Understanding of board policy, public policy and regulatory requirements as they relate to resource decisions.

- Familiarity with understanding contract language and contractual provisions related to power transactions.

- Must have strong analytical, quantitative, and economic evaluation skills.

- Excellent oral and written communications skills.

- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Ability to analyze complex, technical data and prepare concise, accurate reports.

Other:

- Willingness to travel as required. (Must possess a valid driver’s license.)

Must be able to demonstrate that he/she can perform all of the essential functions of the position.

DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience in the electric power industry with structured transactions involving the acquisition of power resources preferred.

Note : There is one position available, and this position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: Power Supply Analyst I, job grade 6; Power Supply Analyst II, job grade 7; Power Supply Analyst III, job grade 9 or Power Supply Analyst, job grade 10. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire.

Tri-State is a wholesale power supply cooperative, operating on a not-for-profit basis, with electric distribution cooperatives and public power district members in four states: Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wyoming. Together with its members, Tri-State delivers reliable, affordable and responsible power and energy services to nearly a million electricity consumers across roughly 200,000 square miles of the West.

Founded in 1952 by its member systems to provide a reliable, cost-based supply of electricity, Tri-State is now headquartered in Westminster, Colo., employing approximately 1,000 people across five states.

Tri-State's electricity is generated from coal, natural gas, hydropower, wind, and solar. This power reaches members via a transmission system that includes substation facilities, telecommunications sites and almost 6,000 miles of high voltage transmission lines.

As a member-owned and -governed cooperative, every member has a voice and an equal vote in the future of Tri-State.