Applications Analyst I

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is about more than power. We’re 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 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 assistance
• Flexible working environment for positions that are eligible where employees have the flexibility to work from home and come in where collaborative in person work is needed.
• Fantastic contributions to your retirement through a 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits and a defined benefit plan fully funded by SPP.

We are seeking an Application Analyst I to join our team. As a key contributor, you will:

Be responsible for the support and maintenance of computer applications and databases that support daily operations and services provided by Southwest Power Pool. Many of the supported applications have significant economic impact and ensure against loss of life and property. The accurate and reliable functioning of the supported applications is critical to the operation of Southwest Power Pool and its members.

To be successful as an Application Analyst I, we're looking for a:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, related field, or equivalent work experience
• Competent working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Unix or Linux operations systems, application development and support methodologies, and database management systems
• Competent troubleshooting, problem solving, and analytical skills
• Competent written and oral communication skills
• Competent understanding of SDLC and project lifecycle methods and processes
• Good customer service and organization skills
• Understanding of, compliance with and enforcement of SPP Policies and Procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

• Office 365 experience

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

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

Travel Requirement:

• -10%) travel.

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 at HR@spp.org and 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).

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