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Arizona Public Service generates reliable affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the states largest and longest-serving energy provider our more than 6000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.
Since our founding in 1886 APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the countrys fastest growing states earning a reputation for customer satisfaction shareholder value operational excellence and business integrity.
Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.
We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Siting Consultant to lead and support siting efforts for new and existing sub-transmission and transmission facilities. In this role you will be responsible for securing regulatory approvalsincluding Certificates of Environmental Compatibilityat the federal state and local levels. Youll collaborate closely with internal teams government agencies and community stakeholders to guide projects through the public participation process while ensuring compliance and alignment with project goals.
This position may involve direct engagement with the Arizona Corporation Commission and its siting committee requiring clear communication and coordination with technical staff commissioners and the public. The ideal candidate will manage multiple projects simultaneously represent the company with professionalism and help drive critical infrastructure development forward with confidence and transparency.
1) Monitor and coordinate siting project work performed by external consultants to achieve successful project results.
2) Utilize effective public relations strategies on all projects respond in a timely manner to all inquiries and keep accurate records of project interaction and correspondence. Work with Corporate Communications and/or senior consultants to minimize negative press and public controversy.
3) Meet and negotiate with government officials and regulatory agencies in order to obtain state federal and local approval for new transmission facilities. May provide support to senior consultants in higher level negotiations. This must be done in a professional manner that represents the best value to and presents a positive perception of APS.
4) Coordinate all of the internal teams environmental consultants external jurisdictions partnering utilities and the public so that projects are sited in time to begin land acquisition and construction.
5) Manage consultant charges in relation to project scope maintain financial records to accurately reflect all project costs in relation to planned APS budget on each project and review anticipated scope or budget changes with leader or senior consultants to determine appropriate action.
6) Involve and manage siting support resources/departments and communicate effectively with these resources throughout firm commitments on all key siting issues.
7) Establish project timelines and monitor specific project schedules and milestones to ensure project in-service dates are achievable. Review with siting team management and provides status updates to stakeholders as requested.
8) Build strong partnerships and effectively interface with team members customers public officials/agencies and government leaders to leverage company need to provide reliable electric service through siting activities.
9) Develop and implement communication plans for projects.
10)Provide support with the ACC application process and yearly compliance filings to senior consultants.
Hybrid: Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person).
In order for employees to build strong relationships and to promote meaningful in-person interactions hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location.
*Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
*Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.
*Role types are subject to change based on business need.
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