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Southwest Power Pool · 1 month ago

Market Analyst II or I - Market Forensics

Little Rock, AR

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry, Mid Level

$64K/yr - $99K/yr

0+ years exp

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is dedicated to ensuring reliable and affordable electricity delivery. The Market Analyst II or I will analyze market data, support market operations, and contribute to software development while ensuring compliance with protocols and responding to customer inquiries.

EnergyEnergy Efficiency

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop a detailed understanding of electricity market concepts by reviewing market protocols and researching assigned market areas

Analyze market data by building robust database queries and drawing actionable insights

Gain proficiency with the market clearing engine and perform sensitivity analyses in support of market studies

Support Market Operations with:

Daily market reviews

Repricing activities

Monthly model upload validations

Resolution of market study issues

Participation in a 24/7 on-call rotation

Assist in the development, testing, and implementation of market software changes

Respond to and resolve customer issues by conducting analysis, providing clear communication, and coordinating internal discussions as necessary

Support daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual market analysis processes

Develop and maintain recurring market reports to meet established deadlines

Provide analytical support and presentations to SPP working groups, committees, and task forces

Perform commercial modeling with a high standard of data integrity and support updates to commercial model software

Monitor and maintain accuracy for wind and solar forecasting tools

Provide analysis and review of Post Operations Processing System (POPS) results and ensure accurate data transfers to Settlements in alignment with SOC1 financial controls

Support updates to public data postings through the creation, modification, and review of database queries

Qualification

Market data analysisDatabase queriesElectricity market conceptsSoftware programmingAnalytical skillsSPP PoliciesTeamwork skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in economics, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or other related degree

Market Analyst I – no experience required

Market Analyst II - Two (2) years of job-related work experience

Strong inter-personal and teamwork skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Understanding of and compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures

Preferred

Advanced degree in related field

Electricity industry experience

Experience with software programming languages

Benefits

Competitive and transparent 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 bonus (if applicable)

Hybrid working environment for positions that are eligible

Fantastic contributions to your retirement through a 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits and a pension (defined benefit plan) fully funded by SPP