Operations Analyst I, II, or Sr.

*This position could be located at our Headquarters in Anadarko or at our satellite office in Moore, Ok.*

This position will remain open until filled Apply on-line at www.wfec.com

*At the option of the hiring official, a candidate will be placed in one of the following levels based on education, experience, knowledge, skills, and behaviors required.

SUMMARY : Under the general supervision of the Manager, Regional Market Planning, the Senior Operations Analyst provides support for the Regional Market Planning department. The incumbent reviews, evaluates and audits the activities of Aces Power Marketing (APM) related to utilization of the WFEC generation portfolio within the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) marketplace and makes recommendations to improve the Cooperative’s return on membership investment. The incumbent develops a strategy for WFEC that includes representation at various SPP stakeholder processes, including task force meetings, working group meetings and related meetings of the SPP organization. The incumbent participates in the Cooperative’s relationship with the SPP and recommends direction, procedures and initiatives that support this relationship and the Cooperative’s long-term financial goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Includes the following; other duties may be assigned. Attends and participates in various SPP organizational group meetings and activities and in the WFEC SPP support group. Prepares written reports and disseminates applicable communications concerning group activities. Reviews APM performance to ensure that their activities support the Cooperative’s short- and long-term marketing plans, and makes recommendations to improve the return on membership investment. Provides recommendations to the Manager, Regional Market Planning, on the Cooperative’s ongoing relationship with APM and how that relationship can be improved to support the Cooperative’s goals. Reviews daily market activities and coordinates market information with other departments as required.

Education and Experience:

Operations Analyst I – ($60,432 – $92,754): A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Economics, Computer Science, Analytical (Statistical or Quantitative Analysis) Math, or a related field. Directly related experience may be substituted for education at the rate of two (2) years of experience for one (1) year of education.

Operations Analyst II – ($73,907 – $115,841): A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Economics, Computer Science, Analytical (Statistical or Quantitative Analysis) Math, or a related field and five (5) years of directly related experience. Directly related experience may be substituted for education at the rate of two (2) years of experience for one (1) year of education.

Senior Operations Analyst – ($88,643 – $141,898): A bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Electrical Engineering, Economics, Computer Science, Analytical (Statistical or Quantitative Analysis) Math, or a related field, and ten (10) years of directly related experience is required. Directly related experience may be substituted for education at the rate of two (2) years of experience for one (1) year of education.

The following experience is preferred : Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) energy markets; and associated financial settlement processes; knowledge of principles and practices applicable to the operation of electric power markets; the operation of multi-utility electric transmission grids; knowledge of applicable governmental regulations, including Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) orders and rulemaking.

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents. Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, contractors, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to the Senior Management team, and Board of Trustees.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: This job requires a current driver’s license.

WORK SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS: Normally works a daytime weekly schedule, but may be required to work extended hours as required. Travel on short notice and for extended time at work sites or other locations may be required. Frequent overnight travel to participate in work group meetings will be required.

MUST MEET ALL PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WFEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER

MINORITIES, FEMALES, DISABILITY, AND

VETS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

EOE/AA/M/F/DISABILITY/VETS