Senior, Senior II, or Lead Energy Economist (Remote Eligible)

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 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



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*SPP is not able to sponsor employment visas or student-work authorizations (STEM OPT) for this position.

Please ensure you are eligible to work in the U.S.

without sponsorship prior to applying.

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COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The salary range(s) represents our good faith estimate for the role at this time.

While we strive to provide competitive and transparent compensation, there may be circumstances where an offer is above or outside of the listed range.

We are open to discussing salary expectations with qualified candidates.

Factors such as qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and geographic location will all be considered during the hiring process.

Salary Ranges


* Senior Energy Economist: $112,240 – $145,810


* Senior II Energy Economist: $129,020 - $162,590


* Lead Energy Economist: $128,950 – $167,640

Overview

The Senior, Senior II and Lead Energy Economist-Market Design shape the economic framework that governs SPP's electricity market operations by collaborating with stakeholders, SPP teams, member companies, and the larger Markets team to develop, evaluate, and refine market design principles and rules for the SPP region.

Market Design Economists conduct economic analysis to assess the effectiveness of current market mechanisms, identify opportunities for improvements in efficiency, reliability, and transparency, and evaluate proposed market design changes, regulatory policies, and market-based solutions to emerging challenges.

Market Design Economists  utilize quantitative and econometric techniques to analyze market data, identify trends, and provide insights into participant behavior and overall market performance.

All levels lend expertise across Market Design and Markets, with higher levels expected to independently recommend market design changes, develop market metrics, manage com...