Transmission Account Representative REP324

Xcel Energy • Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

Develop, retain, and administer transmission related agreements for Xcel Energy Transmission's present and prospective investor-owned utilities, municipalities, rural electric associations and other non-retail customers. Oversee and administer contracts with Power Producers who interconnect to the Xcel Energy system and deliver their product through the Xcel Energy transmission system. Develop customer driven solutions for, and resolve disputes with, aforementioned customers. Interface with Transmission Operations, control areas, reserve groups, RTO's, FERC and neighboring transmission systems. Develop high-level relationships with industry customers while having extensive knowledge of Xcel Energy competitors.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in Business or Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Six years of combined experience in negotiating contracts within the energy environment, system planning, system operations, or engineering in a Utility environment preferred.
• Public speaking ability required.
• Work is highly confidential and requires an understanding of FERC order 888 and 889 and associated Standards of Conduct.
• Requires some evening and weekend work and some travel required.
• Selection criteria may include testing and/or assessment.

Responsibilities

• Conceive, coordinate, negotiate and implement complex proposals, contracts and amendments to retain and increase transmission services for existing and new customers.
• Maintain strong understanding of FERC orders/rulings, PSC requirements and RTO policies and procedures which affect interconnection and transmission service.
• Develop and maintain relationships with wholesale customers.
• Liaison to ISO, FERC and other non-retail Xcel Energy functions.
• Initiate, develop, and maintain relationships with other utilities, suppliers, and other companies.
• Identify and analyze customers' and competitors' strategies, needs and plans, create and develop market and competitive intelligence and market plans for new transmission services.
• Originate, lead and direct interdisciplinary teams to provide and implement customized solutions to customers that bring added value to Xcel Energy delivery business unit.
• Respond to inquiries regarding billings, services, rates, options, etc. when applicable.
• Provide information and support to other departments concerning agreements (historical or current), rates, communications, loads, etc.

Benefits

• Annual Incentive Program
• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
• Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA)
• Transportation Reimbursement Account
• Short-term disability (STD)
• Long-term disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Transit programs
• Employee recognition program
• Pension
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
• Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees