Sr. Interregional Strategist (Remote Eligible)

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is about more than power. Were 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 candidates qualifications skills competencies experience and geographic location will all be considered during the hiring process.

• Sr. Interregional Strategist salary range - $87950 - $112190

Come join our team as an Interregional Strategist

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is seeking a proactive and highly motivated Interregional Strategist to coordinate all interregional processes and activities required under SPPs seams this dynamic role youll serve as a key liaison among internal departments SPP members neighboring transmission operators regulators and other external stakeholders ensuring the fulfillment of SPPs obligations in joint coordinated operations and transmission system planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate interregional processes under SPPs seams agreements including meetings analysis and documentation.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal teams members neighbors stakeholders and regulators.
• Support negotiations of new and modified seams agreements and related tariff language.
• Collect and analyze input from stakeholders (e.g. Seams Advisory Group Interregional Planning Stakeholder Advisory Committee) and coordinate with subject matter experts.
• Facilitate engineering analysis for joint coordinated system planning and third-party impact assessments.
• Maintain compliance tracking and recommend improvements to seams-related processes.
• Prepare meeting materials and serve as staff secretary for assigned committees or task forces.
• Maintain transparency by updating the Interregional Relations webpage.
• Perform special assignments and support strategic initiatives as needed.

To be successful were looking for:

• Bachelors degree in a technical or business discipline; OR Three (3) years of relevant job-related experience
• Seven (7) years of relevant job-related experience (in excess of educational requirements above)
• Exhibit flexibility and the ability to function with constantly changing and multiple priorities
• Good organizational skills and effective written and oral communication skills required to work with all
• levels of management and staff stakeholders and regulators
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Understanding of and compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures
• Demonstrated understanding and adherence to SPPs culture

Preferred:

• Advanced degree
• Experience in the electric utility industry database management systems data analysis and ad hoc report writing
• Experience in the electric utility industry in the Western Interconnection
• Experience in analyzing and evaluating power system behavior
• Experience in contract negotiation in a business environment

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers filing cabinets and fax machines

Position Type Location and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work week are Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 extended hours may be required.

Travel Requirement:

This position requires occasional travel (approximately 10-20%)

SPP is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please contact us atand let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

At SPP we believe in a culture of belonging. Learn more here: Culture of Belonging - Southwest Power Pool .

Full job descriptions will be made available to those selected for an interview.

Required Experience:

Senior IC