Transmission Contracts Specialist

Avista; Spokane (WA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 214,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Retirement benefits (401(k) match)

Incentive programs

Paid time off

Job summary

Avista Corp. is seeking a Transmission Contracts Specialist to develop and manage contracts related to wheeling, use-of-facility, and transmission services from its Spokane, Washington headquarters.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 2+ years in the energy sector with strong analytical and writing skills. Hybrid work options are available; on-site presence is required three days per week at minimum.

Qualifications

• Effective & flexible communication and technical writing skills.
• Proficient analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Formulates, negotiates, drafts and implements wheeling, use-of-facility, transmission services, generation or load interconnection agreements.
• Ensure compliance with FERC transmission regulations and provide input to negotiating policy, business options and arrangements, legislation, governmental regulation, and industry positions.
• Represent the company in negotiations, conferences, meetings, and regulatory proceedings.
• Support a broad range of transmission and interconnection activities associated with evolving system and customer requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Accounting, Finance, or Economics

Job description

Job Description In order to carry out the company’s strategic initiatives, this position formulates, negotiates, drafts and implements wheeling, use-of-facility, transmission services, generation or load interconnection, and other transmission system transactions and agreements which minimize cost and maximize value to the company’s customers. This position ensures compliance with FERC transmission regulations and provides input to negotiating policy, business options and arrangements, legislation, governmental regulation, and industry positions that may impact future opportunities available to the company. This position would support a broad range of transmission and interconnection activities associated with evolving system and customer requirements and may represent the company in negotiations, conferences, meetings, and regulatory proceedings.

Closes: August 30, 2026
Job Description In order to carry out the company’s strategic initiatives, this position formulates, negotiates, drafts and implements wheeling, use-of-facility, transmission services, generation or load interconnection, and other transmission system transactions and agreements which minimize cost and maximize value to the company’s customers. This position ensures compliance with FERC transmission regulations and provides input to negotiating policy, business options and arrangements, legislation, governmental regulation, and industry positions that may impact future opportunities available to the company. This position would support a broad range of transmission and interconnection activities associated with evolving system and customer requirements and may represent the company in negotiations, conferences, meetings, and regulatory proceedings.Requirements

Transmission Contracts Specialist I:

• Requires advanced specialized knowledge and technical background as represented by a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Accounting, Finance, or Economics
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the utility or energy business which may include contract preparation, inter-utility and inter-connection transactions, electric utility operations, federal electric regulatory compliance, and statistics
• Effective & flexible communication and technical writing skills
• Proficient analytical skills

Hiring Range: $100,378 to $131,496

Transmission Contracts Specialist II includes the above requirements in addition to:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the utility or energy business which may include contract preparation, inter-utility and inter-connection transactions, electric utility operations, federal electric regulatory compliance, and statistics
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and outside the organization
• Advanced technical writing abilities, effective negotiation skills, and advanced analytical skills
• Ability to work independently with very minimal guidance

Hiring Range: $114,207 to $150,183

Sr. Transmission Contracts Specialist includes the above requirements in addition to:

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in the utility or energy business including contract preparation, inter-utility and interconnection transactions, electric utility operations, federal electric regulatory compliance, and statistics
• Excellent technical writing abilities
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment and independently with wide latitude for unreviewed action
• Recognized expert and high contributor
• Advanced negotiation skills
• Innovative approaches to problems encountered, taking into account elements such as financial, operational, regulatory, strategic and political considerations

Hiring Range: $130,190 to $171,852

Other Combinations Of Education And Experience May Be Considered.

Hybrid work options are available for this role. The successful candidate will be required to work at our Spokane, Washington headquarters at least 3 days per week including Mondays and Tuesdays with additional day(s) determined by the manager.

Total Rewards At Avista, our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication drives the value we deliver to our customers and communities. That’s why we prioritize the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our team members and their families.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to support every stage of life and career. Our offerings include:

• Affordable healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match
• Incentive programs rewarding performance and contributions
• Competitive paid time off including holidays, personal days, and vacation
• Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind
• Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health
• Education and development support including tuition assistance
• Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact
• Other optional benefits from Legal insurance, Pet insurance, and more (Eligibility subject to Bargaining Unit affiliation)

To learn more, please visit our benefits website at https://avistabenefits.com/.

We are committed to maintaining a competitive and equitable total rewards package that attracts and retains a diverse, skilled, and engaged workforce.

In compliance with state laws, we provide the full salary range for each position, along with the typical hiring range based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The full salary range for this position is $100,378 to $213,513. Questions regarding compliance with this requirement can be directed to [e-mail].

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.

Avista’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment process. Avista will make reasonable accommodation to assist a qualified person with a disability in the job application, interview process, and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible, where undue hardship would not be created for Avista. Please contact us at [e-mail] if you would like assistance.