Business Analyst

Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. As the state's largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona. Summary The Business Analyst I Resource Management participates in a variety of data analysis and modeling functions including identification of resource needs and selections, evaluating wholesale markets, planning and assisting with system operations, assessing other business or operational plans or items utilizing advanced qualitative and quantitative techniques, and regulatory support. Develop resource plan alternatives based on market trends and conditions, wholesale market changes or other analytical findings critical to the business. Assists or conducts a variety of basic data collection, analysis or modeling functions. Prepares routine reports of findings and recommendations to more senior analysts or appropriate Manager. Prepares reports and data requests, assists traders with production costs studies and preparation and analysis of operating data. Minimum Requirements BS/BA Degree in business, engineering, economics, finance, information technology, mathematics, physics or similar quantitative field Plus two (2) years related experience or an equivalent combination of education, and electric-utility experience. Basic knowledge of economic principles associated with power plant dispatch and be detail oriented. Strong research and effective communication skills are necessary. Effective word processing and spreadsheet skills are essential. Time constraints, scope and complexity are commensurate with the beginning level. Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications Basic knowledge of economic principles associated with power plant dispatch and be detail oriented. Strong research and effective communication skills are necessary. Effective word processing and spreadsheet skills are essential. Time constraints, scope and complexity are commensurate with the beginning level. Major Accountabilities Performs data gathering, analysis, and develops evaluations as required, to meet the company's Short Term and Real Time trading, and resource planning needs in the areas of power, natural gas, transmission, renewables, and regulatory compliance. Presents and reviews analysis with superiors as needed or requested. Executes all analytical functions such as: weather forecasting, load forecasting, renewable output, unit commitment, and incremental/decremental pricing. Maintain and support all Marketing and Trading floor department programs, tools, and software. Assist Back Office personnel in the functions of internal/external audits, financial settlements, after the fact reporting, and data analysis. Ensures Trading Floor compliance by maintaining appropriate documentation, files, records or systems. Performs primary Gas Scheduling functions both Short Term and Real Time including: nominations, trade processing and pipeline scheduling, HEEN, and pipeline blending. Prepares reports and data requests, assists traders with production costs studies and preparation and analysis of operating data. Provides support to other team members to enhance development and productivity. Assists with/ utilizes resource planning tools to develop resource comparisons and avoided cost analyses. Develops understanding of regulatory accounting, rates and revenue requirement determinations. Export Compliance / EEO Statement This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, ‘U.S. Export Control Laws’). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person. Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates (‘Pinnacle West’) maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law. For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E‑Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over‑the‑counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job‑related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws. Hybrid Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person). In order for employees to build strong relationships and to promote meaningful in‑person interactions, hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in‑person at an APS or other (non‑home office) location. Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners‑based employees). Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up. Role types are subject to change based on business need. #J-18808-Ljbffr