Sr Load Research Data and Systems Analyst

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This position is posted until filled.

DEPARTMENT

Department:   Strategic Marketing and Product Management 
 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Sr Load Research Data and Systems Analyst

Salary Grade: G05
Minimum  Midpoint  Maximum
$94,831 - $128,022 - $161,213

SUMMARY: 

Under general supervision, plans, designs, and conducts research to aid in interpretation of economic relationships and aid in the solution of problems. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Disseminates substantial data regarding historical and projected electric demand and energy sales for the Company and individual customers both internally and externally 

Performs load research activities, including sample design and selection; data acquisition, management and reporting; statistical analyses, modeling, and reporting of data and results; loading and maintenance of new MV-90 and Lodestar software releases 

Identifies, researches, and recommends new software packages and techniques for Load Analysis 

Performs extensive and complex SAS analyses on a sometimes tight timeframe in support of regulatory, rate design and senior management requirements 

Evaluates the load and financial impacts of marketing and demand side management programs for electric system integrated resource planning, and reports to the NM Public Regulation Commission 

Directs studies, testifies, and provides support on load growth forecasts and on load research and program evaluation issues in regulatory proceedings in both New Mexico and Texas 

Provides support to Regulatory Policy and Planning teams, Integrated Resource Planning, Accounting, and other departments as needed on load research, load forecast, economic, and program evaluation issues 

Provides load forecast and load research support to the CFO organization in the development of its Quarterly Earnings Guidance materials, Annual Operating Plans, Long Range Plans and Integrated Resource Plans 

Assists in the creation of long-run forecasts of electric sales, customers, peak demands, and revenues including extensive data collection and analysis, statistical model building, and documentation 

Provides load and economic analyses for various departments in the Company, as needed 

COMPETENCIES: 

Strong analytical skills and in-depth knowledge of standard and generally accepted theories and practices in utility economics, forecasting, load research techniques, and statistical analyses 

Ability to recognize business-planning activities directly or indirectly concerned with load forecasting, load research or program evaluation issues and to participate in those activities where appropriate 

Ability to employ creative problem solving techniques covering a wide variety of topics both in and out of the immediate areas of responsibility 

In-depth knowledge and understanding of business and regulatory practices 

Broad knowledge of the regulated electric utility industry, including the environment, operations, systems, and data 

Requires advanced project management skills 

In-depth knowledge of computers and complex database and application software systems and of the databases created by these systems 

Knowledge of electric databases containing customer billing determinants 

Highly motivated team player with strong leadership skills, including the ability to focus the activities of a team to meet established objectives 

Ability to manage, plan, and organize several concurrent complex activities under severe time constraints 

Ability to maintain positive and productive working relationships with various individuals and groups 

Requires strong interpersonal skills often in high-pressure situations, as well as advanced listening, observation, analytical and organizational skills. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 

Bachelor¿s degree from four-year college or university in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics or related field with five to seven years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline. 

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: 

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals 

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence 

Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: 

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions and percentages 

Ability to apply basic concepts of mathematics and statistics in the development of spreadsheet applications 

COMPUTER SKILLS: 

Working knowledge of the Windows Operating System and related software; strong knowledge with spreadsheet software 

Specialized knowledge and training is required in the SAS programming language, complex spreadsheets, and data presentation through word processing and presentation relateddocuments 

Knowledge of the operational capabilities of the MV-90 translation computer software and hardware, and of Lodestar Load Analysis software 

Project management abilities related to the maintenance and upgrade of the various software systems utilized for load research as well as the interfaces to other company databases, servers and applications. Must be able to coordinate with multiple IT departments 

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY: 

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit up to 2/3 of the time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

Office environment.

SAFETY AND ADA STATEMENT

Safety Statement:
Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement: 
If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.

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