Transmission Rate Analyst , II, III or Senior

Position Overview

This technical position reports to the OATT Manager. The role supports Tri‑State’s transmission rate‑setting function, including the collection and verification of all data necessary to develop multiple transmission revenue requirements and reviewing the revenue requirements of other regional transmission providers as needed.

The position is available at one of four job‑grade levels:
Transmission Rate Analyst I (grade
7), Transmission Rate Analyst II (grade
8), Transmission Rate Analyst III (grade
9), or Senior Transmission Rate Analyst (grade 10). Salary ranges are $80,000‑$139,000, with the specific range determined by qualifications, experience, and business needs.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Work Schedules, including compressed work week and up to 40% telecommuting
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Option
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Short Term Disability (STD)
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Paid Leave Benefits

• Develop and implement transmission revenue requirements and rates for all of Tri‑State’s transmission assets.
• Gather, analyze, and input all data required to prepare a comprehensive transmission rate design template.
• Review transmission asset and expense data.
• Oversee the process for separating non‑tariff transmission assets from tariff transmission assets.
• Implement procedures for the annual update of Tri‑State’s transmission rates.
• Assist in the development of various analyses and financial models related to rates and rate design.
• Assist in the preparation of filings—including testimony, work papers, and exhibits—to applicable regulatory authorities; analyze intervener testimony to formulate responsive testimony and support cross‑examination strategies.
• Coordinate interveners, commission staff, and data request responses on technical issues during rate filings; assist with support required during the hearing process.
• Maintain a working knowledge of regulatory rulings, proceedings, and industry trends relevant to transmission rate making.
• Interpret and answer internal and external inquiries concerning transmission rate‑related issues.
• Actively participate in selected committees and working groups.
• Develop rates for other potential joint transmission rate activities.
• Accurately determine the correct transmission costs and loads.
• Collaborate with other regional transmission providers to reach agreement on consistent application of accounting data.
• Critique other transmission providers’ revenue requirements for consistency with agreed‑upon practices.
• Assist with the development of facilities use rates for non‑OATT transmission assets.
• Provide support to other transmission, policy, engineering, operations, and planning staff, including but not limited to open access transmission tariff agreements and updates, generator interconnection agreements and updates, and OASIS management and postings.
• Provide support for coordination with rate design(s) associated with providing service to Tri‑State Member Systems.
• Understand and embrace the enterprise vision, mission, values, strategies, goals, objectives, and priorities, ensuring adherence to the annual business plan.
• Support Tri‑State’s mission and identify opportunities to serve member systems more effectively, championing the cooperative business model and principles.
• Ensure regular, reliable, and predictable performance of essential functions and responsibilities, considering overtime as necessary.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience gained through progressively greater responsibilities.

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements that impact Tri‑State’s operations.
• Extensive knowledge of state and federal regulations applicable to the accounting function.
• Strong ability to build relationships with accounting and engineering staff, other utilities, external entities, and members.
• Excellent written and verbal…