ISP Business Operations Consultant
ISP Business Operations Consultant
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$ 95200 - 135200
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Job Description
Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow A position at Xcel Energy could be just what youre looking for.
Position Summary
Responsible for the development and execution of strategies for Integrated System Planning (ISP) Business Operations. Direct technical budgetary and regulatory expertise in the development and presentation of major gas and electric initiatives to executive management and state and federal regulatory agencies. Provides leadership to cross functional teams in the development and implementation of strategies and the cost recovery of those strategies. Advocates jurisdictional specific positions which further the business objectives of Xcel Energy. Ensures that the cost recovery and financial analysis needs of the business units are met. Prepare file and present extensive expert testimony and stand cross-examination of the most complex contested issues before regulatory agencies.
Essential Responsibilities
Lead project teams to develop and prepare jurisdictional capital ($300 million) and O&M budgets ($60 million) and cost recovery mechanisms for use in regulatory filings and business unit planning to ensure accurate and timely cost information. Present budgets to jurisdictional OpCo presidents and gain approval of specific budgetary projects from the Investment Review Council
Develop advocate and execute on regulatory strategies that enhances Xcel Energys profitability. Appear as an expert witness for the Company on complex regulatory projects. Analyze intervener testimony to formulate responsive testimony and assist with cross-examination strategies. Lead negotiations of settlement agreements before regulatory agencies. Present information to state and federal regulatory agencies as a Company spokesperson on technical issues.
Develop and prepare recommendations for effective cost recovery mechanisms and provide technical and regulatory expertise to the Sr. Director ISP Business Operations to support Xcel Energys objectives. Serve as a liaison with internal departments to support various cost recovery proposals.
Demonstrate mastery of financial models and other costs recovery models in order to be able to run various scenarios as needed for changing circumstances or for analysis of various proposals either initiated by management requests or during rate proceedings. Performs financial and market analysis which supports project economics.
Lead the development and execution of gas and electric strategies. Assist the Sr. Director ISP Business Operations in ensuring the effective function of the department and the accomplishment of business unit objectives. Actively shares their own expertise on technical matters and provides assistance to other management on technical issues.
Minimum Requirements
BA/BS Degree
Five to seven years or equivalent experience in planning operations regulatory field or utility experience.
Demonstrated advanced skills in problem solving negotiating oral and written communication of technical information customer service and relationship development.
Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for improvement or synergies that lead to goal achievement.
Selection criteria may include testing and/or assessment. Or equivalent.
Ability to appear as an expert witness.
Understanding of federal state and local regulatory rules issues and trends.
Occasional overnight travel and extensive overtime.
Must be proficient in use MS Office Suite.
Preferred Requirements
Advanced degree.
Project Management experience.
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If youre ready to be a part of something big we invite you to join our team.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at .
Non-BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $95200.00 to $135200.00 per yearThis position is eligible for the following 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 LeaveBenefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end suspend or amend any of its plans at any time in whole or in part.
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Required Experience:
Contract
Employment Type
Full-Time
