Business Analyst I / II Resource Management

Arizona Public Service - APS; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Job summary

A major energy provider in Arizona is seeking a Business Analyst I/II in Resource Management. This role involves data analysis and support for energy market evaluations. Candidates should hold a relevant BS/BA degree and possess strong communication and analytical skills. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and requires proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Experience in the energy sector or related fields is a plus.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with strong research and communication skills.
• BS/BA Degree in business, engineering, or related field is required.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex analysis of energy markets and system operations.
• Assist in evaluating resource plans and market changes.
• Perform economic studies and cash flow analysis as required.

Skills

Strong research skills

Effective communication

Detail-oriented

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Presentation skills

Education

BS/BA Degree in business or quantitative field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power Point

Access

Word

Job description

Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

Summary

The Business Analyst I / II Resource Management participates in a variety of data analysis and modeling functions including identification of resource needs and selections, evaluating wholesale markets, planning and assisting with system operations, assessing other business or operational plans or items utilizing advanced qualitative and quantitative techniques, and regulatory support. Develop resource plan alternatives based on market trends and conditions, wholesale market changes or other analytical findings critical to the business. Performs work functions under general supervision. Responsibilities include analysis of wholesale markets, system operations, or other business or operational plans or items utilizing advanced qualitative and quantitative techniques. Assists others in development and evaluation of resource plans, market changes or other analysis that requires input from other Departments.

Minimum Requirements

Business Analyst I Resource Management

• BS/BA Degree in business, engineering, economics, finance, information technology, mathematics, physics or similar quantitative field
• Plus two (2) years related experience or an equivalent combination of education, and electric-utility experience.
• Basic knowledge of economic principles associated with power plant dispatch and be detail oriented.
• Strong research and effective communication skills are necessary.
• Effective word processing and spreadsheet skills are essential.
• Time constraints, scope and complexity are commensurate with the beginning level.

Business Analyst II Resource Management

• BS/BA Degree in business, engineering, economics, finance, information technology, mathematics, physics or similar quantitative field
• Plus four (4) years related business analytics experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience with demonstrated comparable knowledge and abilities.
• Must have good communication, presentation and writing skills.
• Knowledge of principles of economic unit commitment/dispatch, wholesale market operations and the functional and economic characteristics of Company power resources and the interconnected system is desired.
• Basic knowledge of natural gas markets including contracts, and utilization within a power plant.
• Proficient computer skills including a thorough knowledge of a commonly used industry programming language to modify large data sets and extensive experience in the applied use of Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Access, and Word is desired.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge And Qualifications

• Proficient computer skills including a thorough knowledge of a commonly used industry programming language to modify large data sets and extensive experience in the applied use of Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Access, and Word is desired.

Major Accountabilities

• Conducts complex analysis of energy markets, system operations, resource evaluations, or other business or operational plans or items utilizing advanced qualitative, quantitative techniques and guidance from leadership and team.
• Assists in evaluating resource plans, market changes or other complex analysis that requires input from Legal department, Regulatory, Resource Management, Fossil Generation, and/or Middle and Back Office, etc.
• Assist others in performing moderately complex quantitative analysis using production cost models to develop a comprehensive resource plan, support trading and the Fuels Department, implement the hedge plan or produce the corporate Fuel Budget.
• Researches and analyzes historic and forecasted market data, including pricing, resource additions, load shape analysis, and trends to develop forecasts, analytical and mathematical models, and analysis to support business unit plans and efforts.
• Performs economic and financial studies, including cash flow analysis, rates of return computations and revenue requirements analysis as required.
• Assists in providing technical and advanced quantitative methods in support of system operations, trading, middle office, and risk management functions.
• Actively participate in projects to produce effective project teams. Ensure the development of a cooperative culture that supports team accomplishments and eliminates barriers and roadblocks.
• Maintain awareness and understanding of key internal business functions, personnel, business improvement opportunities, key industry issues, key stakeholders, regulators, and technology trends. Assists others participating in industry forums involving activities that affect the wholesale market to provide input for changes and to understand impacts to APS.

Export Compliance / EEO Statement

This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.
Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.
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In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.

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.