What are the responsibilities and job description for the PSCO Market Analyst position at Xcel Energy?
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Position Summary
PSCo Markets Analyst will work directly with the Senior Director of PSCo Western Markets to support the coordination and evaluation of the Company's participation in organized wholesale markets and regional tariff alternatives. Responsibilities include the administration, coordination, and implementation of the PSCo Western Markets group strategies in coordination and collaboration with key internal and external transmission market stakeholders. Perform tasks under tight timeframes in a high paced environment.
Essential Responsibilities
Establish and maintain effective relationships with PSCo's internal and external transmission and markets stakeholders across the Xcel Energy network. Administer and coordinate with internal departments, including Commercial Operations, State and Federal Regulatory teams, and Transmission to support the analysis and evaluation of PSCo participating in organized wholesale markets or regional tariff alternatives.
Conduct research and analysis of transmission and market development activities as well as Colorado state legislation and regulatory rulemakings or dockets to ensure internal awareness of policy changes and implications for the Company. Identify issues and communicate to management about issues or developments that may have an impact on PSCo's goals and objectives related to participation in organized wholesale markets.
Attend Western Markets development industry meetings such as open meetings, workshops, hearings, and other Western market development related activities. Prepare summaries of these meetings and position papers as appropriate; make oral briefings to PSCo and enterprise leadership, Western Market project team and internal staff as needed. Administer and coordinate meetings with both internal and external parties as needed.
Perform research and analysis on organized wholesale markets in operation in North America as well as RTO/ISO tariff designs, including governance structures, state commission involvement, FERC Orders related to market participation, and other issues identified related to Western market development.
Maintain internal intranet site for Western Market exploratory team as well as coordinating the drafting and review of Western markets' team materials and comments to be posted in external forums or processes. Manage activities related to coordinating with the Western Markets exploratory staff with the Western Markets Exploratory Group, or other Western markets group that may develop, to ensure the Company is represented and participating.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
BA/BS in Policy, Business, Science or related discipline.
Minimum of five-years of electric utility industry experience preferred.
Knowledge of organized wholesale markets, RTO/ISO market design, or transmission rate design strongly desired but not required.
Excellent organizational, communication and collaboration skills required as well as strong computer skills, and demonstrated experience with software such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Requires day travel, periodic overnight travel.
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Non-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $90,000.00 to $127,332.33 per year
This position may also be eligible for the following benefits and/or pay components: Pay - Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Personal holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO) (full-time employees only), Parental Leave
Pay and benefit packages may vary based on position. Some employees are under collective bargaining agreements, which determine the benefits they will receive. If the information conflicts with the terms of the written plan documents governing the plan, the plan document will control. Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.
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Salary : $90,000 - $127,332
