Operations Analysts Lead, Sr or III

spp • Little Rock, AR

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

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 PLEASE NOTE: SPP is not able to sponsor employment visas or student-work authorizations (STEM OPT) for this position. Please ensure you are eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship prior to applying. 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 III - salary range - $77,900- $99,320 Sr. Operations Analyst – salary range - $87,950 - $112,190 Lead Operations Analyst – salary range - $97,580 - $126,790 Join our team as an Operations Analyst in the Operational Planning department! The Operational Planning Operations Analyst develops, maintains, and enhances the processes, procedures, and controls used by Operational Planning personnel to perform SPP operational functions. This role ensures compliance with all applicable governing criteria, standards, tariffs, protocols, business practices, and regulations while supporting a high level of reliable electric service. The Analyst works under guidance from a Supervisor or Manager and collaborates closely with engineers and analysts across the Operational Planning team to define and implement requirements for operational tools and processes as part of an integrated system.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline; Two (2) years of job-related experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirement
• Operations Analyst III - Four (4) years of job-related work experience (In excess of Educational Requirements above)
• Sr. Operations Analyst - Six (6) years of job-related work experience (In excess of Educational Requirements above)
• Lead Operations Analyst - Ten (10) years of job-related work experience (In excess of Educational Requirements above)
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong inter-personal and teamwork skills
• Documented experience in power system engineering, operations engineering, transmission planning or related disciplines
• Understanding of and compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures

Nice To Haves

• NERC Certification

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain operational planning processes, procedures, and controls to support reliable system operations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry governing documents, standards, tariffs, and regulations.
• Support and enhance Operations systems and tools in collaboration with engineers and analysts.
• Respond to stakeholder inquiries and support stakeholder-driven processes.
• Provide technical expertise to SPP committees and working groups.
• Apply strong teamwork, coordination, and problem-solving skills to implement effective operational solutions.
• Promote and apply SPP culture, mission, and core values in all work activities.
• Perform special projects and additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level