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  • Auditor-Senior Staff, Staff or Associate Staff

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. job in Westminster, CO

    Responsible for providing risk-based, independent and objective assurance, advice and insight to Management and the Board of Directors through appraisal, evaluation and reporting of the adequacy and effective application of administrative, accounting, and operating procedures/controls and risk identification and analysis for the protection of all Association assets. **Note:** There is one position available, and the position will be filled at one of three job grade levels: Associate Staff Auditor, job grade 7; Staff Auditor, job grade 8, or Senior Staff Auditor, job grade 9. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected, and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire. **Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes:** Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. **Senior Staff Auditor** Hiring Salary Range: $96,000-$121,000 **Staff Auditor** Hiring Salary Range: $86,000-$108,000 **Associate Staff Auditor** Hiring Salary Range: $77,000-$96,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. **Responsibilities:** + Conduct routine audits of Association activities. + Conduct complex or specialized audits of Association activities, external affiliated organizations, and vendors. + Develop specialized audit programs and risk assessments to perform audit assignments related to activities, procedures and/or systems for financial, contract, operational and/or information technology functions. + Review procedures and methodologies and validate internal controls related to the performance of cycle counts, test counts or other audit techniques for the verification of materials and supplies inventory and other physical assets. + Examine tests, evaluate and provide advisory services in the development of Association financial, accounting treatment, administrative and operational controls, IT systems, programs and procedures. + Prepare oral and written reports for management and the Board of Directors to summarize audit work performed, evaluate audit testing results and provide recommendations for rectifying deficiencies and/or improving operations + Perform audit work for the External Auditors under the Direct Assistance model in conjunction with the Associations annual financial audit, including financial process walkthroughs and financial control testing + Assist with and provides support to others auditing the Association. + Serve as audit coordinator for jointly owned project audits. + Participate in the annual risk assessment and audit planning process covering financial, operational, contract and information technology areas + Plan, organize and direct the work of associate staff auditors and staff auditors when assigned to assist with special/complex audits. + Perform general management responsibilities in the absence of the Chief Auditor. + Because Tri-State is an electric utility with continuous service obligations to its customers, regular, reliable, and predictable performance of the essential functions and responsibilities is an essential function of the job + Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. **OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** + Train and educate members of the Internal Audit team or other personnel on audit methods, internal controls, emerging risks or information technology as needed. + Provide general supervision to assigned members of the Internal Audit team. + Provide engagement specific direction, oversight, and evaluation to assigned members of the Internal Audit team. + Advise and collaborate with management on system upgrades, implementation and action plans as needed. + Participate in special projects, reports, or teams. **Qualifications:** Education and Training + Bachelor's degree in, accounting, finance, computer science, management, or related area. + Possess and maintain one of the following certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: + Expert level knowledge of Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) mandatory guidance and recommended guidance and IIA Code of Conduct. + Expert understanding of the AICPA Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) to ensure the accuracy, consistency and verifiability of the auditors actions and reports. + Expert understanding of the U.S. Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX), the provisions of Section 404 for + internal control over financial reporting (ICFR) and COSO?s Internal Control-Integrated Framework. + Working knowledge of the process flows and information technology systems for electric utility generation, transmission, and mining operations and maintenance, energy markets, fuel management, and system interfaces with other business units. + Ability to perform detail work with a high degree of accuracy in a timely manner. + Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally. + Expert level knowledge of computer based financial/accounting/operations systems, data analytical and report writing software, personal computers, spreadsheets, and/or computer program languages. + Effective interpersonal skills to relate proficiently with all levels of internal and external personnel. + Ability to lead, facilitate discussions and collaborate with others to effectively solve problems and accomplish Association goals. + Respect for and ability to exercise sound judgment in the handling of confidential data. + Expert level knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP) and theory. + Working knowledge of information systems controls, security techniques. + Mustbeabletodemonstratethathe/shecanperformalloftheessentialfunctionsoftheposition. Experience: + Eight (8) years accounting, finance, budget, IT or other related experience. + Minimum four (4) years auditing experience. + Experience with data analytics, statistical sampling methods, and root cause analysis. Other: + Willingness to travel as required. (Must possess a valid driver's license.) + Respect for and ability to exercise sound judgment in the handling of confidential data. + Must be able to demonstrate that he/she can perform all of the essential functions of the position. **Note** : The above requirements describe the experience and education qualifications for the Senior Staff Auditor. Those with less experience will be hired at the Associate Staff Auditor or Staff Auditor level. **About Us:** Tri-State is a wholesale power supply cooperative, operating on a not-for-profit basis, with 43 members, including 40 utility electric distribution cooperative and public power district members in four states: Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wyoming. Together with its members, Tri-State delivers reliable, affordable and responsible power and energy services to more than a million electricity consumers across nearly 200,000 square miles of the West. Tri-State was founded in 1952 by its member systems to provide a reliable, cost-based supply of electricity. Headquartered in Westminster, Colo., approximately 1,200 people are employed by Tri-State across five states. Tri-State's electricity is generated from coal, natural gas and hydropower, with a rapidly increasing supply generated from wind and solar. Tri-State delivers power to its members through a transmission system that includes substation facilities, telecommunications sites and over 5,700 miles of high voltage transmission lines. Tri-State's transformative Responsible Energy Plan is reducing emissions, increasing renewable resources, developing new energy services and delivering more flexibility for its members. **Job Identification:** 519 **Job Category:** Audit, Risk and Compliance **Posting Date:** 2025-11-26T15:41:11+00:00 **Job Schedule:** Full time **Hiring Salary Range:** $77,000-$121,000 **Locations:** 1100 W 116th Ave, Westminster, CO, 80234, US All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.
    $96k-121k yearly 46d ago
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  • Budget and Forecasting Analyst I, II, III or Senior

    Tri-State G&T 4.8company rating

    Tri-State G&T job in Westminster, CO

    The Senior Budget and Forecasting Analyst is a strategic financial expert responsible for leading enterprise-wide forecasting and budgeting initiatives. This role designs and optimizes forecasting systems, conducts high-level financial analysis, and advises senior leadership. The Senior Analyst mentors' junior analysts, leads cross-functional projects, and ensures alignment between financial forecasts and organizational strategy. This position demands exceptional analytical acumen, leadership, and a deep understanding of utility industry dynamics. Note: There is one position available, and this position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: Budget and Forecasting Analyst I, job grade 7; Budget and Forecasting Analyst II, job grade 8; Budget and Forecasting Analyst III, job grade 9 or Senior Budget and Forecasting Analyst, job grade 10. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire. Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. Senior Budget and Forecasting Analyst Hiring Salary Range: $106,000-$135,000 Budget and Forecasting Analyst III Hiring Salary Range: $96,000-$121,000 Budget and Forecasting Analyst II Hiring Salary Range: $86,000-$108,000 Budget and Forecasting Analyst I Hiring Salary Range: $77,000-$96,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. Education and Training: BS/BA Accounting, Finance, Economics, or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: Working knowledge of computers, computerized accounting systems, forecasting tools, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Teams and other software. General knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written. Ability to effectively organize and manage meetings. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to perform detailed work with a high degree of accuracy in a timely manner. Must be very well organized and able to manage time effectively in a deadline driven environment. Experience: Eight (8) + years of progressive related progressive experience in corporate budgeting, long term financial forecasting, and/or financial modeling. Note: The above requirements describe the experience and education qualifications for the Senior Budget and Forecasting Analyst. Those with less experience will be hired at the I, II or III job grade level. Other: Must be able to demonstrate that he/she can perform all the essential functions of the position. Willingness to work overtime as required. Willingness to travel as required. DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of Oracle forecasting products is desirable. General knowledge of electric and cooperative utilities operations. Knowledge of electric utility accounting. Lead the development and refinement of financial forecasts, including balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow projections Design, enhance, and maintain forecasting models and tools Facilitate monthly reporting processes, including variance analysis Compile, organize and communicate results for monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and presentations Drive quality assurance on data inputs and outputs Maintain and enhance documentation and procedures for the forecasting systems Drive process improvements Lead information gathering sessions with cross-functional teams to ensure forecast data integrity Perform trend analysis to inform forecasting assumptions Maintain the FERC chart of accounts within the forecasting system Process, analyze, and validate forecasting application inputs and outputs Facilitate monthly meetings with internal stakeholders to discuss forecast adjustments Participate in monthly informational meetings and prepare summaries for management Support budget manager with budgeting and forecasting duties, including assistance with data compilation, analysis, and present findings to senior management Lead forecasting application troubleshooting, maintenance, and enhancement projects Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior analysts, providing a culture of continuous learning and analytical excellence Participate in ad hoc analytical requests and special projects as assigned Because Tri-State is an electric utility with continuous service obligations to its customers, regular, reliable, and predictable performance of the essential functions and responsibilities is an essential function of the job. Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job.
    $106k-135k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Senior Executive Coordinator

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association 4.8company rating

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association job in Westminster, CO

    Responsible for providing proactive, high-level support for the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and board of directors, as well as other Executive staff when needed, serving as a key liaison to internal and external stakeholders. Ensures efficient communication, time management, and project coordination, upholding professionalism, and discretion. Support includes, but is not limited to, processing expenses, coordinating travel, meeting and event planning, scheduling meetings and conferences, preparing items for monthly Board meetings, assisting CEO, Chairman and President of the Board, board members, and executive team members with managing processes and deadlines, report writing and distribution, review and submittal of contract requisitions, and working on special projects. Assist with drafting and editing board resolutions and decision papers and evaluating them for accuracy and consistency. Manages and organizes tasks of executive coordinators to maintain a balanced workload, provide backup support when necessary, and ensure timely monthly board support and meeting preparation. Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. Senior Executive Coordinator Hiring Salary Range: $86,000-$108,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. Responsibilities Lead and support event and project management initiatives, including planning, coordinating resources, overseeing timelines, and ensuring successful execution of key organizational events and projects for assigned executive staff. Serve as professional point of contact for stakeholders and foster collaborative relationships across the organization. Manage and organize tasks of executive coordinators to maintain a balanced workload, provide backup support when necessary, and ensure timely monthly board support and meeting preparation. Organize meetings and events, prepare agendas and materials, record minutes, and track action items. Prepare, organize, and maintain confidential documents, reports, and records; compile research and data as needed. Assist with drafting and editing board resolutions and decision papers and evaluating them for accuracy and consistency. Collaborate with leadership team and Legal department to ensure accuracy of documents. Provide general administrative support for assigned Senior Vice Presidents including travel coordination, document preparation and distribution, receiving and screening calls and visitors, scheduling meetings, and appointments, receiving, reviewing, and routing mail, and budget preparation, analysis and entry as needed. Provide Notary Public services to Board of Directors and Executive Staff as needed. Develop, maintain, and administer SharePoint sites. Plan and support ongoing meetings, including monthly board of directors' meetings, Member CEO Meetings, Member Advisory Council meetings, Member Orientation Programs, and other meetings that arise. Prepare contract requisitions, maintain purchasing records to include purchasing cards, and maintain office supplies. Assist in coordinating work and providing backup with other Executive Coordinators Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures and attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of regulations, laws, standards, and best practices applicable to functional area. Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Perform other related duties as assigned. SUCCESS FACTORS/JOB COMPETENCIES Planning and organizing: ability to think ahead and plan for a variety of contingencies. Sets priorities and allocates time and resources properly. Maintains awareness of relationships between activities and can coordinate numerous projects at any given time. Process/project management oriented. Knowledge of or ability to learn industry concepts. Strong analytical skills. Time management: ability to juggle multiple priorities and manage time efficiently. Demonstrate behavior consistent with company values. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong collaborator: accomplishes tasks by working with others and being a good collaborator. Recognizes how his/her decisions may impact others; seeks input from others. Qualifications Education and Training Bachelor's degree in business administration, Communication, or related field preferred or equivalent education and experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills. Strong critical thinking skills and ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure. Initiative, reliability, and a positive, flexible attitude. Basic project management knowledge and strong coordination skills. Strong analytical skills. Knowledge of or ability to learn industry concepts. Excellent proofreading and writing skills. Knowledge of administrative procedures, travel coordination, and managing corporate expenses. Proficient with Microsoft Office, Power Point, Excel, report writing software, co-pilot, and SharePoint. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to maintain effective working relationships and ability to coordinate and plan work. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Experience: Eight (8) years' experience supporting senior leadership in similar role preferred. Other: Must possess and maintain current Notary Public Certification or could obtain, which must be done within six months of date of hire. Business travel is required. Must be able to demonstrate that he or she can perform all the essential functions of the position. DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS Additional related college level education. Business office environment experience, preferred.
    $86k-108k yearly Auto-Apply 3d ago
  • Cyber Security Center Manager

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. job in Westminster, CO

    Responsible for managing, overseeing and coordinating activities of Cyber Security Center (CSC) personnel and implementing security assessment and incident response protocols. Coaches personnel on technical issues and verify compliance of CSC policies to ensure all components function optimally. Establishes and maintains metrics to assist in providing a high level of productivity, supportability, and operational readiness while also participating in project planning activities including, but not limited to, infrastructure enhancements and change management controls. **Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes:** Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. **Cyber Security Center Manager** Hiring Salary Range: $131,000-$170,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. **Responsibilities:** **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES** + Provide first line supervision to direct reports. + Develop and administer CSC processes and review their application to ensure that CSC's controls, policies, and procedures are operating effectively. + Provide oversight for the identification, triage and response of events or incidents of apparent security breaches. + Produce and review aggregated performance metrics. + Supervise and increase the effectiveness and efficiency of the CSC, through improvements to each function as well as coordination and communication between support and business functions. + Play a significant role in long-term CSC strategy and planning, including initiatives geared toward operational excellence, threat intelligence integration, automation, AI-driven threat detection, and risk management. + Because Tri-State is an electric utility with continuous service obligations to its customers, regular, reliable, and predictable performance of the essential functions and responsibilities is an essential function of the job. + Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. **OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES** + Perform other related duties as assigned **SUCCESS FACTORS/JOB COMPETENCIES:** + Leadership: ability to identify functional cyber security needs and establish goals and objectives and ensure alignment with enterprise goals. + Planning: ability to think ahead and plan upcoming initiatives including prioritizing workload, developing schedules and meeting deadlines. + Decision Making: ability to weigh options, consider alternatives and forecast outcomes and determine option which is best for the enterprise. Understand how to balance emotion with reason and make decisions that positively impact themselves, their employees, their customers and stakeholders, and their organizations. Ability to make decisions in difficult situations. + Influence: ability to build impactful cross-functional department relationships to expand the security culture. + Accountability: metrics-driven (KPIs) for mean time to detect / respond, phishing resilience, and other security criteria. + Management/Supervision: ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and supervise work of assigned staff, including projects and daily activities. + Time management: ability to prioritize and schedule projects and meet deadlines. + Demonstrate behavior consistent with company values. + Conduct problem analysis and problem resolution at both strategic and functional levels. + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills + Strong team player accomplishes tasks by working with others and being a good team player. Recognizes how his/her decisions may impact others; seeks input from others. **Qualifications:** Education and Training: + Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience. + One or more of the following active certifications: + Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) + GIAC Information Security Professional (GISP) Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: + Ability to lead with a proven track record in leading information security teams and technologies. + Have a general knowledge of cyber security regulations and privacy laws. + Excellent people-management skills. + Good technical and trouble-shooting ability. + Ability to work in a high stress environment. + Ability to interact with staff, peers, and business units on a technical and professional level. + A thorough understanding of customer service-related performance metrics. + Experience in crisis management. + Working knowledge of large-scale computer systems, networks and client/server, and virtual environments. + Working Knowledge of industry regulations pertinent to the use of technology within Electric Utilities, such as North American Electric Reliability Corporation/Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC/CIP). + In-depth knowledge of modern datacenter technology and networking trends, including local and wide area networking, storage and backup systems, enterprise server platforms and operating systems, virtualization, security, and enterprise management/monitoring applications. + A high level of expertise in communication, with the ability to adjust information delivery and content to a variety of audiences with varying technical backgrounds. + Ability to maintain confidentiality. Experience + Eight (8) or more years of experience within Information Security, preferably with experience in supporting a dynamic, enterprise computing environment or related technical profession. + Three (3) years of supervisory experience or equivalent experience serving in a leadership role. + Experience with budget preparation, analysis and administration. **DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS** + One or more of the following certifications preferred: + Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) + Security Essentials - SEC401 (GSEC certification) + Advanced Security Essentials - SEC501 (GCED certification) + Intrusion Detection In Depth - SEC503 (GCIA certification) + GIAC Strategic Planning, Policy, and Leadership (GSTRT) + Project management experience. + Advanced Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline. + Experience in Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Industrial Control Systems. + Experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning (ML) based security solutions + Experience in multiple technical and business disciplines. **About Us:** Tri-State is a wholesale power supply cooperative, operating on a not-for-profit basis, with 43 members, including 40 utility electric distribution cooperative and public power district members in four states: Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wyoming. Together with its members, Tri-State delivers reliable, affordable and responsible power and energy services to more than a million electricity consumers across nearly 200,000 square miles of the West. Tri-State was founded in 1952 by its member systems to provide a reliable, cost-based supply of electricity. Headquartered in Westminster, Colo., approximately 1,200 people are employed by Tri-State across five states. Tri-State's electricity is generated from coal, natural gas and hydropower, with a rapidly increasing supply generated from wind and solar. Tri-State delivers power to its members through a transmission system that includes substation facilities, telecommunications sites and over 5,700 miles of high voltage transmission lines. Tri-State's transformative Responsible Energy Plan is reducing emissions, increasing renewable resources, developing new energy services and delivering more flexibility for its members. **Job Identification:** 535 **Job Category:** Cyber Security **Posting Date:** 2025-12-23T16:49:34+00:00 **Job Schedule:** Full time **Hiring Salary Range:** $131,000-$170,000 **Locations:** 1100 W 116th Ave, Westminster, CO, 80234, US All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.
    $131k-170k yearly 19d ago
  • System Operator: Trainee, I, II, or Senior

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. job in Westminster, CO

    Responsible for the real-time operation of the Tri‑State interconnected transmission system in a safe and reliable manner. This position is tasked with the authority and responsibility to operate the Tri-State transmission system in such a manner as to comply with all applicable North American Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Regional Reliability Organization (RRO) standards. This position is a shift position to cover 24 hours 7 days per week. Responsible for the coordination of switching and outage requests with Members, other interconnected utilities, and within Tri‑State. Prepare/approve switching programs in advance of requested date of execution and Directs and coordinates routine and emergency switching including issuing clearances and other protective orders to field personnel and coordinate with interconnected utilities. **Note:** There are two positions available and the positions will be filled at one of four job grade levels: System Operator Trainee, job grade 7; System Operator I, job grade 8; System Operator II, job grade 9; or Senior System Operator, job grade 10. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected, and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire. **Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes:** Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. **Senior System Operator** Hiring Salary Range: $110,000-151,000 **System Operator II** Hiring Salary Range: $100,000-$135,000 **System Operator I** Hiring Salary Range: $86,000-$116,000 **System Operator Trainee** Hiring Wage: $42.00 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. **Responsibilities:** + **Senior System Operator duties include:** + Prepare/approve transmission switching programs in advance of requested date of execution. + Using advance Energy Management System (EMS) simulation tools model all switching programs to identify and mitigate any reliability issues. + Direct and coordinate routine and emergency switching including issuing clearances and other protective orders to field personnel and coordinate with interconnected utilities. + Coordinate routine and emergency activities with Member systems and other interconnected utilities. + Monitor transmission system events and conditions utilizing EMS, to include but not limited to line trips, system voltages, line loading, and equipment status, and take actions to maintain transmission system reliability as dictated by company specific reliability related tasks in accordance with NERC, RRO, and company guidelines. + Monitor network applications, including State Estimator and Real-Time Security Analysis, for potential Transmission System reliability issues and take action to mitigate any reliability issues. + Develop, Approve, and Implement mitigations for Real-Time Transmission System emergencies + Perform tasks of the Transmission Service Operator as required including validating Transmission Service Requests, e-Tags, performing congestion management, and underground locates. + Assist with training activities of new employees, System Operator I & II, and Transmission System Operator Trainees as needed. + During emergency system conditions coordinated and execute decisions to restore load and generation balance, and provide emergency assistance as requested or required to ensure system reliability, as required by the NERC Standards, and provided for under the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Standards of Conduct. + Perform Senior System Operator duties at the Backup Control Center (BCC) as needed during emergencies and during periodic BCC drills and exercises. + Participate in Regional System Blackstart system restoration drills. + **General System Operations duties:** + Operate voice and radio communications systems to communicate with interconnected utilities and field personnel. + Coordinate at various internal and external corporate levels to exchange information and coordinate reliable operations. + Coordinate with System Operating Engineers and assist with system studies and related matters. + Assist the Transmission Service Operators as needed.Coordinate with the Open Access Same-Time Information System (OASIS) desk to ensure all real time changes to Available Transmission Capacity (ATC) is communicated. + Maintain operational records and logs. + Post information on reliability messaging tools as required, and monitor these messages for incoming reliability information. + Participate in all required training to maintain a valid NERC Certification. + Adhere to and demonstrate compliance with appropriate electric utility industry regulatory requirements.Attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of development in regulations, laws, standards and best practices applicable to the functional area including, but not limited to, Standards of Conduct, Environmental, Employment Law, NERC Reliability Standards and Safety.Must be familiar with, and comply with, all aspects of Corporate Policy C-54, Compliance. + Demonstrate behavior consistent with Tri-State's culture embodied in the Cooperative principles and spirit and core values of technical competency, respect and dignity, accountability, integrity, trustworthiness, and servant leadership to empower or otherwise enable others to optimally perform their job responsibilities. Demonstrate and promote ethics and behaviors consistent with Tri-State's culture, Board policies, and business practices. Understand and fulfill the role and responsibility for all compliance programs within the company. + Because Tri-State is an electric utility with continuous service obligations to its customers, regular, reliable, and predictable performance of the essential functions and responsibilities is an essential function of the job. + Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. **Qualifications:** Education and Training + High School diploma or equivalent. + Completion of Tri-State System Operator Trainee Program or other qualified System Operator Trainee program. + Working knowledge of algebra, geometry, and basic principles of physics including electrical and mechanical theory, AC and DC currents, and the fundamentals of power flow. + NERC Certification and maintain certification by obtaining required continuing education hours. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: + Working knowledge of algebra, geometry and basic principles of physics. + Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical theory, AC and DC circuits and the fundamental of power flow. + Extensive knowledge of electrical utility systems, equipment and all phases of transmission operations. + Extensive knowledge of corporate security and fire alarm system and related procedures. + Extensive knowledge of safety rules and equipment. + Ability to direct the work of other System Operators and assist in training new employees and/or trainees. + Ability to distinguish full range of colors in order to be successful with completing duties involving the use of computer displays to monitor color-coded electric system diagrams. + Ability to use and learn various computer applications. + Excellent communication skills, both orally and written. + Ability to work under stress. + Ability to maintain good working relationship both internal and external. + Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in routine and emergency situations. Other: + Willingness to work rotating shifts with extra and/or irregular hours including holidays. + Willingness to travel as required. (Must possess a valid driver's license.) + Must be able to demonstrate that he/she can perform all of the essential functions of the position. **DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS** + Bachelor's degree in Electricity, Mathematics, or Business or other closely related discipline preferred. **About Us:** Tri-State is a wholesale power supply cooperative, operating on a not-for-profit basis, with 43 members, including 40 utility electric distribution cooperative and public power district members in four states: Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wyoming. Together with its members, Tri-State delivers reliable, affordable and responsible power and energy services to more than a million electricity consumers across nearly 200,000 square miles of the West. Tri-State was founded in 1952 by its member systems to provide a reliable, cost-based supply of electricity. Headquartered in Westminster, Colo., approximately 1,200 people are employed by Tri-State across five states. Tri-State's electricity is generated from coal, natural gas and hydropower, with a rapidly increasing supply generated from wind and solar. Tri-State delivers power to its members through a transmission system that includes substation facilities, telecommunications sites and over 5,700 miles of high voltage transmission lines. Tri-State's transformative Responsible Energy Plan is reducing emissions, increasing renewable resources, developing new energy services and delivering more flexibility for its members. **Job Identification:** 479 **Job Category:** Dispatch **Posting Date:** 2025-09-17T23:16:16+00:00 **Job Schedule:** Full time **Hiring Salary Range:** $87,000-$151,000 **Locations:** 1100 W 116th Ave, Westminster, CO, 80234, US All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.
    $110k-151k yearly 60d+ ago
  • Environmental Planner Remediation I, II, III, or Senior

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. job in Westminster, CO

    Responsible for compliance focused on remediation, solid waste and groundwater in the operation, decommissioning, and closure/post-closure of Tri-State facilities and its subsidiaries. Responsible for regulatory analysis and application of Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), RCRA Subtitle D Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR) rule, Clean Water Act (CWA), Colorado and New Mexico solid waste regulations, and other laws to the assigned facilities. Assist with obtaining necessary permits and approvals, conducting monitoring and inspections, data analysis, technical report writing, managing contractors, and project management. **Note:** There is one position available and the position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: Environmental Planner (Remediation) I, job grade 7; Environmental Planner (Remediation) II, job grade 8, Environmental Planner (Remediation) III, job grade 9; or Senior Environmental Planner (Remediation), job grade 10. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected, and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire. **Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes:** Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. **Senior Environmental Planner (Remediation)** Hiring Salary Range: $109,000-139,000 **Environmental Planner (Remediation) III** Hiring Salary Range: $98,000-$124,000 **Environmental Planner (Remediation) II** Hiring Salary Range: $88,000-$111,000 **Environmental Planner (Remediation) I** Hiring Salary Range: $80,000-$99,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. **Responsibilities:** + Ensure compliance with environmental laws by inspecting and monitoring landfills, ponds, stormwater runoff, surface water, and groundwater at the Colowyo, Escalante, New Horizon and Nucla facilities (as well as other assigned facilities) during operations and closure/post-closure, including reclamation. Monitoring includes, but is not limited to, groundwater and surface water sampling of wells and ponds, and maintenance of all required sampling equipment and systems. + Manage assigned projects and contractors related to remediation, solid waste, groundwater, surface water, and closure and post-closure activities. Prepare technical specifications and bidder evaluations for assigned projects. Project management includes planning, directing, and coordinating on all project tasks, preparing budgets and tracking, and communicating project status to management and other assignees, as needed. + Serve as the subject matter expert for Colorado solid waste (Sections 2, 3 and 9), federal Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR), and/or other regulations as designated for assigned facilities. + Provide proactive environmental and decommissioning compliance support to generation, mining and transmission operations as assigned. + Conduct and/or review Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) for assigned facilities and properties. + Lead the planning, developing, finalizing and submitting of environmental studies and reports to appropriate regulatory agencies. + Lead the development and updating, as necessary, plans for Tri-State facilities and its subsidiaries to comply with agency laws and regulations. + Manage obtaining all required agency approvals and permits to construct, operate, maintain and decommission (including closure and post-closure) facilities. + Interface with Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), New Mexico Environment Department (NMED), New Mexico Office of the State Engineer (NMOSE), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and other regulatory agencies as necessary. + Assist in the administration of schedules and budget preparation and tracking for remediation projects, as well as the annual functional area budget. + Assist in conducting self-evaluations of Tri-State facilities and its subsidiaries. + Prepare technical reports and special projects, as requested. + Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures and attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of regulations, laws, standards, and best practices applicable to functional area. + Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. **OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** + Perform other related duties as assigned **SUCCESS FACTORS/JOB COMPETENCIES:** + Planning: ability to think ahead and plan within timelines and resources; develop scopes, plan and schedule work; set priorities and goals; anticipate and adjust for problems; evaluate workloads; measure and evaluate performance against established goals. + Time management: ability to successfully plan and implement objectives within established timelines and work schedules. + Ability to analyze problems and develop effective solutions at both strategic and functional levels. + Demonstrate behavior consistent with company values. + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. + Strong team player: accomplishes tasks by working with others and being a good team player. Recognizes how their decisions may impact others; seeks input from others. + Computer proficiency in operating a personal computer and standard business office applications including Microsoft Office suite, databases, and other related applications. + Ability to work independently, with minimal direction as a highly motivated self-starter. **Qualifications:** Education and Training + Bachelor's Degree in in physical or biological sciences or related area, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: + Strong ability to evaluate new and changing environmental laws and regulations related to operations, remediation, closure and post-closure of industrial facilities (i.e., power generation and coal mines). + Strong ability to distill and communicate regulatory principles effectively to management and upper management for strategic planning and budgeting. + Knowledge of remediation practices, technologies and principles relating to the closure and post-closure of industrial facilities. + Working knowledge of environmental laws and regulations related to operations, maintenance, remediation, closure and post-closure, and knowledge of industry codes applicable to power production and coal mines. Specific knowledge of CERCLA, CWA, RCRA, and CCR required. + Knowledge of other related laws and regulations such as Clean Air Act (CAA), Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA), Hazardous Materials Transportation Act (HMTA), Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), and Oil Pollution Act (OPA) helpful but not required. + Working knowledge of safety policies and procedures. + Ability to plan and direct the work of others. + Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. + Ability to maintain effective working relationships and meet deadlines. + Willingness to work around hazardous materials and high voltages. + Working knowledge of an interconnected system desired. + Must be proficient with use of personal computer hardware and software. Other: + Must be able to demonstrate that they can perform all the essential functions of the position. + Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time on an annual basis. (Must possess a valid driver's license.) **DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS** + Public Speaking Skills **About Us:** Tri-State is a wholesale power supply cooperative, operating on a not-for-profit basis, with 43 members, including 40 utility electric distribution cooperative and public power district members in four states: Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wyoming. Together with its members, Tri-State delivers reliable, affordable and responsible power and energy services to more than a million electricity consumers across nearly 200,000 square miles of the West. Tri-State was founded in 1952 by its member systems to provide a reliable, cost-based supply of electricity. Headquartered in Westminster, Colo., approximately 1,200 people are employed by Tri-State across five states. Tri-State's electricity is generated from coal, natural gas and hydropower, with a rapidly increasing supply generated from wind and solar. Tri-State delivers power to its members through a transmission system that includes substation facilities, telecommunications sites and over 5,700 miles of high voltage transmission lines. Tri-State's transformative Responsible Energy Plan is reducing emissions, increasing renewable resources, developing new energy services and delivering more flexibility for its members. **Job Identification:** 537 **Job Category:** Environmental **Posting Date:** 2026-01-05T23:26:08+00:00 **Job Schedule:** Full time **Hiring Salary Range:** $80,000-$139,000 **Locations:** 1100 W 116th Ave, Westminster, CO, 80234, US All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.
    $109k-139k yearly 5d ago
  • Voice and Data Network Engineer I, II, III or Senior

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. job in Westminster, CO

    Responsible for the implementation, optimization, and maintenance of enterprise voice and data networks to support operational and business objectives. This role encompasses hands-on engineering for voice, data, and industrial systems integration. It ensures network reliability, scalability, and security while aligning with the organization's strategic architecture. This role focuses on deploying and maintaining voice and data solutions using advanced technologies such as VoIP, LAN/WAN, IP/MPLS, DWDM, and SCADA systems, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and regulatory standards like NERC CIP. **Note** : There is one position available, and the position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: Voice and Data Network Engineer I, job grade 7; Voice and Data Network Engineer II, job grade 8, Voice and Data Network Engineer III, job grade 9; or Senior Voice and Data Network Engineer, job grade 10. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected, and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire. **Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes** : Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. **Senior Voice and Data Network Engineer** Hiring Salary Range: $106,000-$135,000 **Voice and Data Network Engineer III** Hiring Salary Range: $96,000-$121,000 **Voice and Data Network Engineer II** Hiring Salary Range: $86,000-$108,000 **Voice and Data Network Engineer I** Hiring Salary Range: $77,000-$96,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. **Responsibilities:** + Implement and manage enterprise voice and data network solutions, including VoIP, LAN, WAN, and IP/MPLS technologies. + Configure, test, and deploy network hardware and software components in alignment with architectural plans. + Monitor and troubleshoot network systems to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime. + Collaborate with the Senior Network Architect to execute strategic network designs and enhancements. + Provide technical support and maintenance for operational technologies such as SCADA systems and AMI. + Partner with cybersecurity teams to implement security protocols and address vulnerabilities. + Identify opportunities for network optimization and implement performance improvements. + Participate in the development, test, and maintenance of disaster recovery and redundancy plans to ensure network resilience. + Support incident response efforts for network outages and security events. + Maintain accurate records of network configurations, incidents, and performance metrics. + Generate reports on network status, project progress, and compliance for management review. + Assist with cross-functional projects, providing voice and data expertise. + Respond to emergency issues as part of the on-call rotation, ensuring continuous service availability. + Maintain inventory of network assets and related technical specifications. + Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures and attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of regulations, laws, standards, and best practices applicable to functional area. + Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. **OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES** + Perform other related duties as assigned. **Qualifications:** Education and Training: + Bachelor's degree in telecommunications, computer science, engineering, or a related field. + Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent preferred. Skills: + Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to lead in a dynamic, mission-critical environment. + Strong interpersonal and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to explain technology solutions in business terms across technical and non-technical teams; an effective listener and communicator. + Superior analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities. + Keen attention to detail. Knowledge and Experience: + Eight (8) years' experience implementing and managing voice and data networks. + Extensive experience in designing and managing enterprise and industrial-level network architectures. + Deep knowledge of network protocols, infrastructure, and security practices, including MPLS, SD-WAN, and cloud integrations. + Familiarity with utility-specific technologies and standards, such as SCADA systems and NERC CIP compliance. Other: + Willingness to travel as required for project work and meetings throughout service territory by posing a current valid driver's license. Must be able to physically deploy routers, switches, wireless access points, firewalls, and other networking devices. + Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. **Note** : The above requirements describe the experience and education qualifications for the Senior Voice and Data Engineer. Those with less experience will be hired at the I, II or III job grade level. **About Us:** Tri-State is a wholesale power supply cooperative, operating on a not-for-profit basis, with 43 members, including 40 utility electric distribution cooperative and public power district members in four states: Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wyoming. Together with its members, Tri-State delivers reliable, affordable and responsible power and energy services to more than a million electricity consumers across nearly 200,000 square miles of the West. Tri-State was founded in 1952 by its member systems to provide a reliable, cost-based supply of electricity. Headquartered in Westminster, Colo., approximately 1,200 people are employed by Tri-State across five states. Tri-State's electricity is generated from coal, natural gas and hydropower, with a rapidly increasing supply generated from wind and solar. Tri-State delivers power to its members through a transmission system that includes substation facilities, telecommunications sites and over 5,700 miles of high voltage transmission lines. Tri-State's transformative Responsible Energy Plan is reducing emissions, increasing renewable resources, developing new energy services and delivering more flexibility for its members. **Job Identification:** 521 **Job Category:** Information Technology **Posting Date:** 2025-12-01T21:16:10+00:00 **Job Schedule:** Full time **Hiring Salary Range:** $77,000-$135,000 **Locations:** 1100 W 116th Ave, Westminster, CO, 80234, US All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.
    $106k-135k yearly 41d ago
  • Accounting Assistant I, II, III, or Senior

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. job in Westminster, CO

    The Senior Accounting Assistant supports the Accounts Payable function by ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments, while maintaining vendor relationships. This role also supports compliance and contributes to the integrity of financial records to enabling efficient business operations. **Note:** There is one position available and the position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: Accounting Assistant (Accounts Payable) I, job grade 1; Accounting Assistant (Accounts Payable) II, job grade 2, Accounting Assistant (Accounts Payable) III, job grade 4; or Senior Accounting Assistant (Accounts Payable), job grade 5. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected, and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire. **Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes:** Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. **Senior Accounting Assistant (Accounts Payable)** Hiring Salary Range: $63,000-$76,000 **Accounting Assistant (Accounts Payable) III** Hiring Salary Range: $56,000-$68,000 **Accounting Assistant (Accounts Payable) II** Hiring Salary Range: $46,000-$54,000 **Accounting Assistant (Accounts Payable) I** Hiring Salary Range: $41,000-$48,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. **Responsibilities:** + Process and verify invoices for completeness and duplicates, submit for approval + Process payments according to payment terms and approval of invoices + Follow up on unmatched items, invoices without adequate backup and un-invoiced items. + Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies + Investigate invoices that are beyond predefined payment terms. + Calculate appropriate use tax accruals for appropriate items. + Coordinate Communication of AP policies and procedures both internally and externally. + Monitor month end close process with AP team. + Assist AP Manager with annual 1099 process. + Request current data for vendor records. + Provide back up as requested to other accounting assistants. + Perform Accounting corrections for GL String/POET + Perform check runs and maintenance. + Monitoring and managing daily AP status to ensure invoices are processed timely and prompt pay discounts are taken. + Responsible for more high level of complex activities. + Monitor new vendor and vendor maintenance process. + Monitor vendor payment method internally and externally. + Assist with Special Projects assigned by AP Manager + Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures and attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of regulations, laws, standards, and best practices applicable to functional area. + Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. + **OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** + Perform other related duties as assigned + **SUCCESS FACTORS/JOB COMPETENCIES:** + Planning: ability to think ahead and plan within timelines and resources; develop scopes, plan and schedule work; set priorities and goals; anticipate and adjust for problems; evaluate workloads; measure and evaluate performance against established goals. + Time management: ability to successfully plan and implement objectives within established timelines and work schedules. + Ability to analyze problems and develop effective solutions at both strategic and functional levels. + Demonstrate behavior consistent with company values. + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. + Strong team player accomplishes tasks by working with others and being a good team player. Recognizes how his/her decisions may impact others; seeks input from others. + Computer proficiency in operating a personal computer and standard business office applications including Microsoft Office suite, databases, and other related applications. + Ability to work independently, with minimal direction as a highly motivated self-starter. + Must demonstrate flexibility to adjust output and goals as needs of Tri-State and AP department evolve and shift. + Excellent team skills as the role is a key member of the leadership team of AP department. + Leadership skills **Qualifications:** Education and Training + Associate degree in accounting or related area, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: + Strong working knowledge of accounting methods and procedures. + Working knowledge of personal computers and spreadsheets software. + Ability to perform detail work with high degree of accuracy. + Ability to maintain effective working relationships. + Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. + Oracle Fusion experience preferred **About Us:** Tri-State is a wholesale power supply cooperative, operating on a not-for-profit basis, with 43 members, including 40 utility electric distribution cooperative and public power district members in four states: Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wyoming. Together with its members, Tri-State delivers reliable, affordable and responsible power and energy services to more than a million electricity consumers across nearly 200,000 square miles of the West. Tri-State was founded in 1952 by its member systems to provide a reliable, cost-based supply of electricity. Headquartered in Westminster, Colo., approximately 1,200 people are employed by Tri-State across five states. Tri-State's electricity is generated from coal, natural gas and hydropower, with a rapidly increasing supply generated from wind and solar. Tri-State delivers power to its members through a transmission system that includes substation facilities, telecommunications sites and over 5,700 miles of high voltage transmission lines. Tri-State's transformative Responsible Energy Plan is reducing emissions, increasing renewable resources, developing new energy services and delivering more flexibility for its members. **Job Identification:** 534 **Job Category:** Finance and Accounting **Posting Date:** 2025-12-19T15:53:56+00:00 **Job Schedule:** Full time **Hiring Salary Range:** $41,000-$76,000 **Locations:** 1100 W 116th Ave, Westminster, CO, 80234, US All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.
    $63k-76k yearly 23d ago
  • Engineering and Construction Project Manager I, II, III or Senior

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. job in Westminster, CO

    Responsible for the strategic leadership and project management of transmission and generation capital projects including transmission lines, substations, new generation facilities and joint participation projects through the effective coordination of resources, both internal and external, to support the timely and efficient completion of system additions and modifications. Includes providing strategic leadership and direction on assigned projects and developing, maintaining and implementing project management processes, procedures and documentation. **Note** : There is one position available, and this position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: Engineering and Construction Project Manager I; job grade 8; Engineering and Construction Project Manager II, job grade 9; Engineering and Construction Project Manager III; job grade 10 or Senior Engineering and Construction Project Manager, job grade 11. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire. **Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes** : Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, 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) and Paid Leave Benefits. **Senior Engineering and Construction Project Manager** Hiring Salary Range: $118,000-$166,000 **Engineering and Construction Project Manager III** Hiring Salary Range: $106,000-$148,000 **Engineering and Construction Project Manager II** Hiring Salary Range: $96,000-$133,000 **Engineering and Construction Project Manager I** Hiring Salary Range: $86,000-$118,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education and/or skill level. **Responsibilities:** + Provide strategic leadership and direction on assigned projects, identify risk components and recommend risk mitigation strategies. + Develop, maintain and implement project management processes, procedures and documentation for budget and execution of transmission and generation capital projects in support of the Engineering and Construction Project Management Office. + Assemble and lead project resource teams assigned to support projects and represent Engineering and Construction at project meetings. + Provide documented scope, schedule, deliverables, resource needs and budget estimates for each project assigned. + Support the development of project contracts or agreements and assure compliance to the terms and conditions through the construction and capitalization of the transmission and generation assets. + Provide periodic progress reports to management including project metrics, milestones, scope changes, budget analysis, schedule updates. + Utilize project metrics and team input to analyze project performance and provide actions to support successful completion of the project. + Coordinate and track the submittal of required Sarbanes- Oxley, National Environmental Policy Act NEPA documentation and approvals for transmission projects. + Initiate and monitor appropriate cost accounting, invoicing, cash flow forecasting, and close-out of capital projects. + Responsible for communicating with all project stakeholders and participants providing timely responses to information and documentation needs. + Provide Project Management data to the capital cost database for use in preparing detailed project estimates, variance reporting and budgets. + Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures and attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of regulations, laws, standards, and best practices applicable to functional area. + Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. **Qualifications:** Education and Training + Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline preferred, or equivalent combination of experience and education. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: + Knowledge of transmission facilities, generation facilities, functions, and typical applications. + Knowledge of MS Project, Primavera, Unifier or other project management software applications. + General knowledge of transmission system planning, environmental compliance, permitting, engineering, operations, contracting and construction disciplines as they apply to power transmission and generation projects. + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external. + Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written. + Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite, advanced proficiency in MS Excel preferred. Experience: + Eight (8) or more years or more as project engineer or project manager on increasingly complex projects, preferably for electric transmission or generation capital projects. + Experience and knowledge of project management techniques as applied to electric transmission and generation projects. Other: + Willingness to travel as required. (Must possess a valid driver's license. **DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS** + Working knowledge of interconnected power transmission systems and electric utility industry standards, practices and regulations. + Knowledge of general requirements for funding of power transmission and generation capital additions and improvements. + Candidates from all backgrounds will be considered - emphasis will be given to those with a background in electric transmission and generation capital projects. **Note** : The above requirements describe the experience and education qualifications for the Senior Engineering and Construction Project Manager. Those with less experience will be hired at the I, II or III job grade level. **About Us:** Tri-State is a wholesale power supply cooperative, operating on a not-for-profit basis, with 43 members, including 40 utility electric distribution cooperative and public power district members in four states: Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wyoming. Together with its members, Tri-State delivers reliable, affordable and responsible power and energy services to more than a million electricity consumers across nearly 200,000 square miles of the West. Tri-State was founded in 1952 by its member systems to provide a reliable, cost-based supply of electricity. Headquartered in Westminster, Colo., approximately 1,200 people are employed by Tri-State across five states. Tri-State's electricity is generated from coal, natural gas and hydropower, with a rapidly increasing supply generated from wind and solar. Tri-State delivers power to its members through a transmission system that includes substation facilities, telecommunications sites and over 5,700 miles of high voltage transmission lines. Tri-State's transformative Responsible Energy Plan is reducing emissions, increasing renewable resources, developing new energy services and delivering more flexibility for its members. **Job Identification:** 489 **Job Category:** Engineering **Posting Date:** 2025-10-06T19:18:04+00:00 **Job Schedule:** Full time **Hiring Salary Range:** $86,000-$166,000 **Locations:** 1100 W 116th Ave, Westminster, CO, 80234, US All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.
    $118k-166k yearly 60d+ ago
  • Transmission Rate Analyst I, II, III or Senior

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. job in Westminster, CO

    This technical position reports to the OATT Manager. The position supports Tri-State's transmission rate setting function. The position is responsible for collection and verification of all data necessary to develop multiple transmission revenue requirements and is also responsible for reviewing the transmission revenue requirements of other regional transmission providers as necessary. **Note:** There is one position available, and this position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: Transmission Rate Analyst I, job grade 7; Transmission Rate Analyst II, job grade 8; Transmission Rate Analyst III, job grade 9 or Senior Transmission Rate Analyst, job grade 10. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire. **Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes:** Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. **Senior Transmission Rate Analyst** Hiring Salary Range: $106,000-$135,000 **Transmission Rate Analyst III** Hiring Salary Range: $96,000-$121,000 **Transmission Rate Analyst II** Hiring Salary Range: $86,000-$108,000 **Transmission Rate Analyst I** Hiring Salary Range: $77,000-$96,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. **Responsibilities:** + Development and implementation of 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 relative to rates and rate design. + Assist in the preparation of filings including testimony, workpapers, and exhibits to applicable regulatory authorities. Analyze intervener testimony to formulate responsive testimony and assist with cross-examination strategies. + Coordinate interveners Commission staff data request responses on technical issues during rate filings and assist in support required during the hearing process. + Maintain a working knowledge and understanding of regulatory rulings, proceedings, and industry trends relevant to transmission ratemaking. + 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 requirement for consistency with agreed upon practices. + Assist with the development facilities use rates for non-OATT transmission assets. + Provide support to other Transmission contracts, policy, engineering, operations, and planning staffs, including but not limited to: + Open Access Transmission Tariff agreements and updates. + Generator Interconnection agreements and updates. + OASIS (Open Access Same-Time Information System) management and postings. + Provide support, as needed, for coordination with rate design(s) associated with providing service to Tri-State Member Systems. + Enterprise Focus Responsibility: Understand and embrace the tenants of the annual Business Plan, and ensure adherence to enterprise vision, mission, values, strategies, goals, objectives and priorities. + Member System Focus Responsibility: Continually support Tri-State's Mission and identify opportunities to serve Member Systems more effectively. Is a champion of the cooperative business model and embraces the Cooperative Principles, as described below. + Because Tri-State is an electric utility with continuous service obligations to its customers, regular, reliable, and predictable performance of the essential functions and responsibilities is an essential function of the job. + Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. **OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES** + Perform other related duties as assigned. **Qualifications:** Education and Training: + Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Accounting, Business Administration, or related area of study, or equivalent experience gained through progressively greater responsibilities. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: + 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 strong relationships with accounting and engineering staffs, other utilities, external entities, and Members. + Excellent written and verbal communications and the ability to articulate complex accounting issues to a broad audience. + Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems, driving solutions through to completion. Experience: + Eight (8) years of related experience including commodity rate setting and determining business operations revenue requirements. **Note:** The above requirements describe the experience and education qualifications for the Senior Transmission Rate Analyst. Those with less experience will be hired at the I, II, or III job grade level. Other: + Knowledge of transmission rate structural design including the FERC's (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission) Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT). + Extensive working knowledge of accounting principles and practices. + High degree of proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word required. + General knowledge of state and federal regulations affecting rate design and comparability requirements. + Working knowledge of electric utility operating practices and engineering economics. + Willingness to travel as required for training and meetings. (Must possess a valid driver's license.) **DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS** + Experience with electric utility transmission rate setting and revenue requirements, preferred. + Experience in multiple electric utility functional areas (operations, maintenance, contracts, policy, rate setting, or related area) a plus. + Experience in electric utility accounting, preferred. **About Us:** Tri-State is a wholesale power supply cooperative, operating on a not-for-profit basis, with 43 members, including 40 utility electric distribution cooperative and public power district members in four states: Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wyoming. Together with its members, Tri-State delivers reliable, affordable and responsible power and energy services to more than a million electricity consumers across nearly 200,000 square miles of the West. Tri-State was founded in 1952 by its member systems to provide a reliable, cost-based supply of electricity. Headquartered in Westminster, Colo., approximately 1,200 people are employed by Tri-State across five states. Tri-State's electricity is generated from coal, natural gas and hydropower, with a rapidly increasing supply generated from wind and solar. Tri-State delivers power to its members through a transmission system that includes substation facilities, telecommunications sites and over 5,700 miles of high voltage transmission lines. Tri-State's transformative Responsible Energy Plan is reducing emissions, increasing renewable resources, developing new energy services and delivering more flexibility for its members. **Job Identification:** 496 **Job Category:** Transmission Operations **Posting Date:** 2025-11-07T23:50:31+00:00 **Job Schedule:** Full time **Hiring Salary Range:** $77,000-$135,000 **Locations:** 1100 W 116th Ave, Westminster, CO, 80234, US All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.
    $106k-135k yearly 60d+ ago
  • IT Data Analytics Engineer I, II, III or Senior

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. job in Westminster, CO

    This Data Analytics Engineer role is a newly established position designed to elevate and enable Tri-State's strategic data and analytic goals with a constant eye toward long-term sustainable practices. The individual will utilize their knowledge of advanced analytics and data best practices to help drive the initial implementation of the company's data landscape, including supporting the creation of the organization's data warehouse, developing ETL/ELT pipelines, supporting integration efforts, supporting initial organizational reporting, and addressing long-term analytic needs. This role requires a forward-thinking data expert with experience in data warehousing, analytical engineering best practices, and basic modern statistics to help build the innovative, data-driven solutions that will empower the organization's current and future data needs. **Note:** There is one position available, and the position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: IT Data Analytics Engineer I, job grade 7; IT Data Analytics Engineer II, job grade 8, IT Data Analytics Engineer III, job grade 9; or Senior Data Analytics Engineer, job grade 10. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected, and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire. **Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes:** Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. **Senior IT Data Analytics Engineer** Hiring Salary Range: $106,000-$135,000 **IT Data Analytics Engineer III** Hiring Salary Range: $96,000-$121,000 **IT Data Analytics Engineer II** Hiring Salary Range: $86,000-$108,000 **IT Data Analytics Engineer I** Hiring Salary Range: $77,000-$96,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. **Responsibilities:** + Help design and implement the organization's data warehousing strategy to support scalable analytics and long-term data needs, including data from multiple applications and diverse data sources to enable effective data solutions. + Develop and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines for seamless integration of third-party applications and internal data sources. + Help create organizational gold standard reporting solutions to meet business needs. + Provide mentorship on development, data, and analytical best practices. + Develop and design various dev ops solutions to enable consistent and automated team operations. + Support ad-hoc data needs for a wide range of various business requirements. + Design systems with an eye towards the future to support MLOps and demonstrate knowledge of advanced analytics including modeling needs and practices. + Troubleshoot data integration issues and bugs, analyze reasons for failure, implement optimal solutions, and revise procedures as needed. + Conduct unit and integration testing to ensure quality implementation. + Use best practices to test and deploy changes from staging environments to production. + Prepare high level design and architecture diagrams. + Collaborate with project managers to track and report the status of key efforts to the organization. + Collaborate and work with data analysts in various departments to ensure that we are effectively capturing and providing their data needs. + Provide technical guidance for the design and implementation of data governance systems and policy. + Support and be familiar with requirements of SOX compliance. + Because Tri-State is an electric utility with continuous service obligations to its customers, regular, reliable, and predictable performance of the essential functions and responsibilities is an essential function of the job. + Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. **OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES** + Perform other related duties as assigned. **SUCCESS FACTORS/JOB COMPETENCIES:** + Planning: ability to think ahead and plan within timelines and resources; develop scope, plan and schedule work; set priorities and goals; anticipate and adjust for problems; evaluate workloads; measure and evaluate performance against established goals. + Time management: ability to successfully plan and implement objectives within established timelines and work schedules. + Ability to analyze problems and develop effective solutions at technical, strategic and functional levels. + Demonstrate behavior consistent with company values. + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. + Strong team player accomplishes tasks by working with others and being a good team player. Recognizes how his/her decisions may impact others; seeks input from others. + Computer proficiency in operating a personal computer and standard business office applications including Microsoft Office suite, databases, and other related applications as described in previous section. + Ability to work independently, with minimal direction as a highly motivated self-starter. + The ability to collaborate with others and act in an objective manner in order to effectively solve problems and stay on track towards accomplishing organizational goals. Detail oriented and ability to perform thorough analysis of assigned work. **Qualifications:** Education and Training: + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or similar degree. + Analytical, creative, and innovative approach to solving problems + Ability to clearly explain technical and analytical information (verbally, written & in presentation format) + Ability to provide total analytic support which includes data extraction, cleaning, manipulation, modern statistics, visualization, and presentation. + Knowledge of IT Service Management processes and best practices. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: + Positive, people-oriented, and energetic attitude + Demonstrates knowledge of Data Warehouse concepts (e.g. Data Marts, Facts/Dimension, Star schema etc.) Experience: + 8+ years of professional data experience. + 5+ years' worth of experience working with Python, including familiarity with OOP and tools such as Pandas, PySpark, Dash, Sklearn, Sci-Py, FastAPI, etc. + Advanced SQL abilities including complex query building, window functions, and query performance tuning. + Experience with BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Dash + Experience with Master Data Management (MDM) + Knowledge of modern statistics implementation and algorithms including things like XGBM, Causal Systems, Latent Dimensional Management, etc. **DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS** + Thorough knowledge of IT, Data, and Analytical concepts, strategies, and methodologies. Thorough knowledge of diverse technologies and new technical architecture principles and concepts. + Experience in working on products that are software as a service (SAAS). **Note** : The above requirements describe the experience and education qualifications for the Senior Data Analytics Engineer. Those with less experience will be hired at the I, II or III job grade level. **About Us:** Tri-State is a wholesale power supply cooperative, operating on a not-for-profit basis, with 43 members, including 40 utility electric distribution cooperative and public power district members in four states: Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wyoming. Together with its members, Tri-State delivers reliable, affordable and responsible power and energy services to more than a million electricity consumers across nearly 200,000 square miles of the West. Tri-State was founded in 1952 by its member systems to provide a reliable, cost-based supply of electricity. Headquartered in Westminster, Colo., approximately 1,200 people are employed by Tri-State across five states. Tri-State's electricity is generated from coal, natural gas and hydropower, with a rapidly increasing supply generated from wind and solar. Tri-State delivers power to its members through a transmission system that includes substation facilities, telecommunications sites and over 5,700 miles of high voltage transmission lines. Tri-State's transformative Responsible Energy Plan is reducing emissions, increasing renewable resources, developing new energy services and delivering more flexibility for its members. **Job Identification:** 520 **Job Category:** Information Technology **Posting Date:** 2025-12-01T20:04:37+00:00 **Job Schedule:** Full time **Hiring Salary Range:** $77,000-$135,000 **Locations:** 1100 W 116th Ave, Westminster, CO, 80234, US All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.
    $106k-135k yearly 41d ago
  • Release and Environment Program Manager

    Tri-State G&T 4.8company rating

    Tri-State G&T job in Westminster, CO

    Responsible for managing and coordinating environmental version control, documentation, scheduling, and communication for enterprise systems across Oracle Cloud platforms. This role ensures seamless software releases by overseeing environment refresh schedules, monitoring project workflows, and acting as a primary liaison with internal teams, external vendors, and the change control board. This role fosters collaboration with stakeholders and technical teams, to support efficient, reliable system updates while maintaining compliance with organizational policies, regulatory standards, and best practices. Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. Release and Environment Program Manager Hiring Salary Range: $106,000-$135,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. Education and Training: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. PMI certification (preferred). Knowledge and Experience: Six (6) years experience in environment and release management, including 2+ years experience with Oracle Cloud. Skilled in coordinating with external vendors to ensure timely resolution of issues and adherence to SLAs. Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders. Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey technical details to non-technical stakeholders. Analytical thinker with the ability to anticipate, identify, and resolve issues proactively. Thrives in dynamic and evolving environments with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes. High attention to detail, commitment to service excellence and continuous improvement. Strong background in release validation techniques and environment monitoring. Experience with ITIL or other IT service management frameworks. Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards such as SOX and NERC-CIP. Other: Willingness to travel as required. (Must possess a valid driver's license.) Must be able to demonstrate the ability to perform all of the essential functions of the position. Own and maintain environment control documentation, ensuring accuracy and alignment with system configurations for both cloud and on-premises environments. Develop and manage environment refresh schedules, proactively communicating with stakeholders to avoid conflicts and ensure alignment with project timelines. Monitor and optimize environment usage across development, testing, staging, and production to maximize efficiency and resource utilization. Identify and mitigate risks related to environment configurations, dependencies, and performance issues. Implement and maintain automation solutions to streamline environment provisioning, monitoring, and resource scaling. Develop and manage release schedules, ensuring alignment with project roadmaps, stakeholder priorities, and organizational goals. Track and monitor project workflows across various environments, ensuring smooth transitions between development, testing, and production stages. Coordinate all change releases with the change control board, ensuring compliance with governance policies and regulatory requirements. Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams (development, QA, operations) and external stakeholders to resolve release-related issues. Report on release metrics, trends, and environmental health to provide visibility and enable data-driven decision-making. Act as the primary point of contact for cloud providers and software vendors, managing service tickets and ensuring timely resolution of environment-related actions. Monitor vendor performance to ensure adherence to SLAs and escalate unresolved issues to minimize project delays. Collaborate with vendors to implement updates, patches, and upgrades in alignment with organizational standards and timelines. Support compliance efforts for SOX, NERC-CIP, and other regulatory standards, including managing quarterly and annual testing, gap analysis, and audit preparations. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to enhance environment management and release processes. Collaborate with technology teams to define and enforce best practices for environment management and release processes. Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures and attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of regulations, laws, standards, and best practices applicable to functional area. Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Perform other related duties as assigned.
    $106k-135k yearly Auto-Apply 30d ago
  • SEC Financial Research and Reporting Specialist

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. job in Westminster, CO

    Responsible for internal and external financial statements to Board of Directors, enterprise management, enterprise staff, and external third parties. Responsible for reporting financial information in conformity with United States (US) Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and the Federal Electric Regulatory Commission (FERC). Prepares and files reports in accordance with the SEC, research and tracks GAAP to FERC differences for reporting purposes, researches the potential impact on financial statements and disclosures of new GAAP accounting, SEC, and FERC standards/regulations, ensuring the main general ledger is GAAP compliant. Provides technical and oversight direction to the corporate accounting team as needed. Prepares written analyses and conclusions of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for audit purposes. **Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes:** Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. **SEC Financial Research and Reporting Specialist** Hiring Salary Range: $106,000-$135,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. **Responsibilities:** + Research, prepare, and perform multi-level consolidating financial statements (income statement, indirect cash flow statement, and balance sheet), ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) guidelines (FERC Form 1), and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) requirements (10K, 10Q, 8K, proxy statements) for reporting to the Board, management, staff, and external reporting agencies. + Prepare required financial statements both for internal and external distribution, including footnotes and Management Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) for the periodic filings. + Research potential impact of new GAAP accounting, FERC accounting and SEC standards on financial statements and disclosures to assure that Tri-State is in compliance with GAAP, SEC, and FERC reporting requirements. + Research technical accounting issues and treatment to assure that Tri-State is in compliance with GAAP, providing technical assistance to team members and acting as liaison to other departments in order to facilitate the proper flow of information. + Research and assist in tracking GAAP to FERC differences, assuring all differences are appropriately captured and reconciled for FERC reporting requirements. + Collaborate with other functional groups and key contributors to the SEC reports to obtain the necessary information to draft the appropriate descriptions and wording for footnotes and other disclosures in the 10-K and 10-Qs including Legal, Finance, Tax, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Supply Chain, Operations, Information Technology (IT), Environmental, People Resources and Marketing. + Collaborate with Transmission Contracts, Rates & Policy group to provide appropriate information for FERC-filed OATT rates. + Coordinate information requests and prepare supporting documentation and analyses to support the financial statements, footnotes and MD&A disclosures, including disclosure checklists and tie-out binders. + Assist with detailed Xtensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL) and Inline (iXBRL) tagging of financial statements and footnotes. + Work with external auditors in conjunction with the annual year-end audit and interim reviews, providing flux analysis explanations to explain variances, preparing audit schedules and reports as required; collaborate with auditors to resolve accounting matters in a timely manner. + Resolve management and auditor review comments. + Determine impact of new accounting standards and regulations from the Emerging Issues Task Force (EITF), the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), and internal controls implications related to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX). + Review contracts for proper revenue recognition and lease accounting treatment. + Continuously assess financial reporting and equity processes for improvements. + Prepare reports/analyses and participate in other projects as needed. + Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) requirements. + Coordinate activities within the corporate accounting group with regards to the general ledger close process to facilitate a timely and efficient monthly close process. + Prepare written analyses and conclusions of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports. + Plan, implement and assure compliance with procedures for all general ledger functions. + Advise employees and management of policies and procedures, FASB decisions and changing interpretations of generally accepted accounting principles and practices. + Prepare special reports, financial analysis, calculations, and allocations as required and make recommendations as appropriate. + Work to cross-train colleagues on tasks in order to maintain workload completion during absences. + Ensure adherence to contractual commitments and ensure transactions are recorded and are appropriate. + Adhere to and demonstrate compliance with appropriate electric utility industry regulatory requirements. Attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of development in regulations, laws, standards and best practices applicable to the functional area including, but not limited to, Standards of Conduct, Environmental, Employment Law, NERC Reliability Standards and Safety. Must be familiar with, and comply with, all aspects of Corporate Policy C-54, Compliance. + Demonstrate behavior consistent with Tri-State's culture embodied in the Cooperative principles and spirit and core values of technical competency, respect and dignity, accountability, integrity, trustworthiness, and servant leadership to empower or otherwise enable others to optimally perform their job responsibilities. Demonstrate and promote ethics and behaviors consistent with Tri-State's culture, Board policies, and business practices. Understand and fulfill the role and responsibility for all compliance programs within the company. + Because Tri-State is an electric utility with continuous service obligations to its customers, regular, reliable, and predictable performance of the essential functions and responsibilities is an essential function of the job. + Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. **Qualifications:** Education and Training + Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related area. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: + Extensive working knowledge of accounting principles and practices, US GAAP. + Extensive knowledge of accounting allocation procedures, account validation rules and system interrelationships with general ledger. + Extensive knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations, as applicable to accounting, and tax and current accounting issues; knowledge of SEC reporting; knowledge of FERC accounting and reporting; Electric Utility accounting desired. + Ability to plan and organize workload, provided assistance, review and direct the work of others. + Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally with other employees at all levels of the company. + Extensive working knowledge of computers and software for accounting systems (Oracle EBS), and report writer applications (SAS, SAS FM). + Ability to perform detail work with a high degree of accuracy. + Strong teamwork and collaboration skills. Experience: + Eight (8) years of related professional level accounting experience in general ledger. + Including two (2) years of senior or lead accountant experience. Other: + Must be able to demonstrate that he/she can perform all of the essential functions of the position. **DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:** + Experience with Oracle accounting software (Oracle Cloud Suite, Workiva Wdesk, BI Publisher, Oracle FCCS and EDM.) + Experience in utility accounting. + CPA or progress towards CPA preferred. + Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. **About Us:** Tri-State is a wholesale power supply cooperative, operating on a not-for-profit basis, with 43 members, including 40 utility electric distribution cooperative and public power district members in four states: Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wyoming. Together with its members, Tri-State delivers reliable, affordable and responsible power and energy services to more than a million electricity consumers across nearly 200,000 square miles of the West. Tri-State was founded in 1952 by its member systems to provide a reliable, cost-based supply of electricity. Headquartered in Westminster, Colo., approximately 1,200 people are employed by Tri-State across five states. Tri-State's electricity is generated from coal, natural gas and hydropower, with a rapidly increasing supply generated from wind and solar. Tri-State delivers power to its members through a transmission system that includes substation facilities, telecommunications sites and over 5,700 miles of high voltage transmission lines. Tri-State's transformative Responsible Energy Plan is reducing emissions, increasing renewable resources, developing new energy services and delivering more flexibility for its members. **Job Identification:** 533 **Job Category:** Finance and Accounting **Posting Date:** 2025-12-12T22:25:19+00:00 **Job Schedule:** Full time **Hiring Salary Range:** $106,000-$135,000 **Locations:** 1100 W 116th Ave, Westminster, CO, 80234, US All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.
    $106k-135k yearly 29d ago
  • Contract Administrator I, II, III, or Senior

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. job in Westminster, CO

    Responsible for the preparation, negotiation, and administration of contracts in support of the Generation, Transmission, and other administrative areas for the acquisition of routine and non-routine goods and services, including the administration of the contract bidding process through final contract completion and document closeout. Provide guidance, advice, and assistance, as required, for contract and company personnel in the Supply Chain Services Functional Area. Receive and evaluate proposals. Assures contracts are in final form for Tri‑State execution and secure required bonds and insurance certificates. **Note:** There is one position available and the position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: Contract Administrator I, job grade 6; Contract Administrator II, job grade 7, Contract Administrator III, job grade 8; or Senior Contract Administrator, job grade 9. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected, and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire. **Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes:** Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. **Senior Contract Administrator** Hiring Salary Range: $96,000-$121,000 **Contract Administrator III** Hiring Salary Range: $86,000-$108,000 **Contract Administrator II** Hiring Salary Range: $77,000-$96,000 **Contract Administrator I** Hiring Salary Range: $70,000-$86,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. **Responsibilities:** + Provide guidance, as required, for contract personnel in the Supply Chain Services Functional Area. + Manages the procurement of materials, equipment, construction and overseeing the phases of a project in Generation, Transmission, and other administrative areas for the acquisition. + Provide contractual advice and assistance to company personnel in developing specifications. + Conduct the preparation of contract documents for high and low risk acquisition of goods and services across various enterprise categories including but not limited to construction, repair, leases, consulting, and software (i.e., SaaS or other license agreements) contracts. + Prepare contract documents for the acquisition of requested services to include: + Prepare proposed contract terms and conditions, incorporate technical specifications, and produce final bid documents resulting in timely award and execution of the contract. + Assist in administering the bidder qualification process and establish list of pre-qualified bidders. + Conduct end to end oversight of sourcing processes to include: + Establish bid schedule and evaluation methodology with requesting organizations. + Prepare and issue Request for Proposals, Request for Information or Proof of Concepts. + Receive and answer bidders' questions. + Conduct pre-bid conference and contract negotiations. + Prepare and issue addenda to bid documents as necessary. + Receive and evaluate proposals, to include: + Document date and time of receipt. + Conduct bid openings. + Review proposals for compliance with contract requirements. + Lead negotiations on contract changes. + Prepare bid tabulation and analysis for final review and execution by Tri-State. + Assure proposed contract documents are in final form for Tri-State execution and secure required bonds and insurance certificates. + Store contract proposals and files. + Assist Tri-State personnel in administering contracts, to include: + Review invoices for compliance with contract terms when applicable. + Review and explain contract commercial requirements to Tri-State personnel and contractors to ensure contracts are administered effectively. + Participate in negotiations on contract changes when applicable. + Coordinate the preparation and processing of contract change orders and amendments, to include: + Review impact of changes on the original contract. + Draft and/or review change orders and amendments. + Coordinate required approvals and execution of the documents. + Notify Tri-State personnel of changes, as required. + Coordinate and monitor approval of executed contracts and amendments. + Prepare and process contract closeout documents, to include: + Coordinate Tri-State and contractor approval and execution of the documents. + Coordinate final payment to contractors. + Develop and implement contracting procedures to ensure contract documents and contract administration procedures comply with company requirements and accepted procurement policies. + Exercise sound business judgment and resourcefulness in applying relevant contracting policies, rules and regulations to fit specific transactions and circumstances. + Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures and attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of regulations, laws, standards, and best practices applicable to functional area. + Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. **OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** + Perform other related duties as assigned. **Qualifications:** Education and Training + Bachelor's degree in business administration, Construction Management, Engineering or related area, or equivalent combination of experience and education. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: + Working knowledge of contract law and contract administration. + Extensive knowledge of contracting techniques and methods. + Ability to work with detail and with high degree of accuracy. + General knowledge of government regulations affecting electric utilities. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills. + Ability to direct and monitor the work of contract department personnel, as required. + Ability to maintain effective working relationships, both internal and external. + Working knowledge of procurement and corporate software Other: + Willingness to travel as required. (Must possess a valid driver's license.) + Must be able to demonstrate that he/she can perform all essential functions of the position. **About Us:** Tri-State is a wholesale power supply cooperative, operating on a not-for-profit basis, with 43 members, including 40 utility electric distribution cooperative and public power district members in four states: Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wyoming. Together with its members, Tri-State delivers reliable, affordable and responsible power and energy services to more than a million electricity consumers across nearly 200,000 square miles of the West. Tri-State was founded in 1952 by its member systems to provide a reliable, cost-based supply of electricity. Headquartered in Westminster, Colo., approximately 1,200 people are employed by Tri-State across five states. Tri-State's electricity is generated from coal, natural gas and hydropower, with a rapidly increasing supply generated from wind and solar. Tri-State delivers power to its members through a transmission system that includes substation facilities, telecommunications sites and over 5,700 miles of high voltage transmission lines. Tri-State's transformative Responsible Energy Plan is reducing emissions, increasing renewable resources, developing new energy services and delivering more flexibility for its members. **Job Identification:** 536 **Job Category:** Contracts **Posting Date:** 2026-01-06T21:47:21+00:00 **Job Schedule:** Full time **Hiring Salary Range:** $70,000-$121,000 **Locations:** 1100 W 116th Ave, Westminster, CO, 80234, US All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.
    $96k-121k yearly 4d ago
  • Telecommunications Network System Administrator I, II, III or Senior

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association 4.8company rating

    Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association job in Westminster, CO

    Responsible to Telecommunication Comm Center Foreman for the performance of preventive and corrective maintenance, servicing of network systems, database administration, and coordination with field and engineering teams. Base Location: Any of the following facilities-Headquarters, Westminster, CO; Northern Colorado Maintenance Center, Frederick, CO; Brush Field Facility, Brush, CO or Colorado Springs Field Facility, Colorado Springs, CO. Note: There is one position available, and the position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: Telecommunications Network System Administrator I, job grade T3; Telecommunications Network System Administrator II, job grade T4; Telecommunications Network System Administrator III, job grade T5; or Senior Telecommunications Network System Administrator, job grade T6. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected, and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire. Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. Senior Telecommunications Network System Administrator Hiring Wage: $64.58 Telecommunications Network System Administrator III Hiring Wage: $61.68 Telecommunications Network System Administrator II Hiring Wage: $56.29 Telecommunications Network System Administrator I Hiring Wage: $51.41 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring wage based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. Responsibilities Comm Center Specific Responsibilities Monitor the Telecom Network Management System for alarm conditions and report alarms to appropriate parties. Perform Telenium/NMS database adds, moves, and changes for existing and new network elements. Administer Nokia MPLS client systems and configurations. Work with Comm Center and field telecom technicians to troubleshoot network communications. Assist Telecom Engineering with network design and documentation. Perform software upgrades on network elements. Maintain and administer Infoblox IPAM database, subnetting, and IP assignments. Maintain RADIUS (Microsoft Server OS) database. Document network topology for reference and troubleshooting. Utilize CLI for network configuration and diagnostics. Coordinate with field technicians and supervisors for installation and maintenance activities. Collaborate on relay protection circuit support and ensure compliance with NERC/FERC regulations. Because Tri-State is an electric utility with continuous service obligations to its customers, regular, reliable, and predictable performance of the essential functions and responsibilities is an essential function of the job. Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform other related duties as assigned SUCCESS FACTORS/JOB COMPETENCIES: Planning: ability to think ahead and plan within timelines and resources; develop scopes, plan and schedule work; set priorities and goals; anticipate and adjust for problems; evaluate workloads; measure and evaluate performance against established goals. Time management: ability to successfully plan and implement objectives within established timelines and work schedules. Ability to analyze problems and develop effective solutions at both strategic and functional levels. Demonstrate behavior consistent with company values. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong team player: accomplishes tasks by working with others and being a good team player. Recognizes how his/her decisions may impact others; seeks input from others. Computer proficiency in operating a personal computer and standard business office applications including Microsoft Office suite, databases, and other related applications. Ability to work independently, with minimal direction as a highly motivated self-starter. Qualifications Education/Training and Experience: The equivalent of technical training received in an Associate Degree program in Electronics Engineering Technology with advance studies in telecommunications, LAN/WAN theory, and fiber optics. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: Must be capable of satisfactorily interpreting electrical schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams and control logic. Knowledge of first aid and safety requirements peculiar to the electrical utility industry. Proficiency in IP routing and switching. Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Perl, SQL/MySQL 8. Familiarity with SNMP, TL1, SMTP protocols. Experience with Nokia Routers (SR/SAR) and timing synchronization in packet-switched networks. Ability to interpret network diagrams and control logic. Experience and knowledge of SONET and TDM systems. Experience and knowledge of label distribution protocols, Layer 2 VPNs, and link state routing protocols Experience: Eight (8) or more years of practical experience and/or be able to demonstrate knowledge in maintenance of telecommunication systems as follows: Three (3) years or the equivalent knowledge of fiber optic systems and microwave radio with associated multiplexers and channel banks Two (2) years or the equivalent knowledge of data networks including TCPIP protocol One (1) year of practical experience in the operation of a network control center. Other: Willingness to work in or around high voltage peculiar to the electrical utility industry. Willingness to travel up to 25 percent of working time, including overnight travel. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must reside within a 60 minute response time of the base location. Must have satisfactory work record. Willingness to be on call on a 24‑hour basis. Must be able to demonstrate that he or she can perform all of the essential functions of the position. DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS Electrical utility experience is desirable Experience with Nokia NRS 1 / 2 certifications Familiarity with relay protection circuits and utility-grade networking Advanced studies in IP networking, Linux systems, and database management SUGGESTED CERTIFICATIONS Cisco CCNA or CCNP CompTIA Network+ Nokia NRS I / II Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC-1 or LPIC-2) Note: The above requirements describe the experience and education qualifications for the Senior Telecommunications Network System Administrator. Those with less experience will be hired at the I, II or III job grade level.
    $61.7-64.6 hourly Auto-Apply 47d ago
  • Auditor-Senior Staff, Staff or Associate Staff

    Tri-State G&T 4.8company rating

    Tri-State G&T job in Westminster, CO

    Responsible for providing risk-based, independent and objective assurance, advice and insight to Management and the Board of Directors through appraisal, evaluation and reporting of the adequacy and effective application of administrative, accounting, and operating procedures/controls and risk identification and analysis for the protection of all Association assets. Note: There is one position available, and the position will be filled at one of three job grade levels: Associate Staff Auditor, job grade 7; Staff Auditor, job grade 8, or Senior Staff Auditor, job grade 9. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected, and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire. Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. Senior Staff Auditor Hiring Salary Range: $96,000-$121,000 Staff Auditor Hiring Salary Range: $86,000-$108,000 Associate Staff Auditor Hiring Salary Range: $77,000-$96,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. Education and Training Bachelor's degree in, accounting, finance, computer science, management, or related area. Possess and maintain one of the following certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: Expert level knowledge of Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) mandatory guidance and recommended guidance and IIA Code of Conduct. Expert understanding of the AICPA Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) to ensure the accuracy, consistency and verifiability of the auditors actions and reports. Expert understanding of the U.S. Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX), the provisions of Section 404 for internal control over financial reporting (ICFR) and COSO?s Internal Control-Integrated Framework. Working knowledge of the process flows and information technology systems for electric utility generation, transmission, and mining operations and maintenance, energy markets, fuel management, and system interfaces with other business units. Ability to perform detail work with a high degree of accuracy in a timely manner. Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally. Expert level knowledge of computer based financial/accounting/operations systems, data analytical and report writing software, personal computers, spreadsheets, and/or computer program languages. Effective interpersonal skills to relate proficiently with all levels of internal and external personnel. Ability to lead, facilitate discussions and collaborate with others to effectively solve problems and accomplish Association goals. Respect for and ability to exercise sound judgment in the handling of confidential data. Expert level knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP) and theory. Working knowledge of information systems controls, security techniques. Must be able to demonstrate that he/she can perform all of the essential functions of the position. Experience: Eight (8) years accounting, finance, budget, IT or other related experience. Minimum four (4) years auditing experience. Experience with data analytics, statistical sampling methods, and root cause analysis. Other: Willingness to travel as required. (Must possess a valid driver's license.) Respect for and ability to exercise sound judgment in the handling of confidential data. Must be able to demonstrate that he/she can perform all of the essential functions of the position. Note: The above requirements describe the experience and education qualifications for the Senior Staff Auditor. Those with less experience will be hired at the Associate Staff Auditor or Staff Auditor level. Conduct routine audits of Association activities. Conduct complex or specialized audits of Association activities, external affiliated organizations, and vendors. Develop specialized audit programs and risk assessments to perform audit assignments related to activities, procedures and/or systems for financial, contract, operational and/or information technology functions. Review procedures and methodologies and validate internal controls related to the performance of cycle counts, test counts or other audit techniques for the verification of materials and supplies inventory and other physical assets. Examine tests, evaluate and provide advisory services in the development of Association financial, accounting treatment, administrative and operational controls, IT systems, programs and procedures. Prepare oral and written reports for management and the Board of Directors to summarize audit work performed, evaluate audit testing results and provide recommendations for rectifying deficiencies and/or improving operations Perform audit work for the External Auditors under the Direct Assistance model in conjunction with the Associations annual financial audit, including financial process walkthroughs and financial control testing Assist with and provides support to others auditing the Association. Serve as audit coordinator for jointly owned project audits. Participate in the annual risk assessment and audit planning process covering financial, operational, contract and information technology areas Plan, organize and direct the work of associate staff auditors and staff auditors when assigned to assist with special/complex audits. Perform general management responsibilities in the absence of the Chief Auditor. Because Tri-State is an electric utility with continuous service obligations to its customers, regular, reliable, and predictable performance of the essential functions and responsibilities is an essential function of the job Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Train and educate members of the Internal Audit team or other personnel on audit methods, internal controls, emerging risks or information technology as needed. Provide general supervision to assigned members of the Internal Audit team. Provide engagement specific direction, oversight, and evaluation to assigned members of the Internal Audit team. Advise and collaborate with management on system upgrades, implementation and action plans as needed. Participate in special projects, reports, or teams.
    $96k-121k yearly Auto-Apply 46d ago
  • System Operator: Trainee, I, II, or Senior

    Tri-State G&T 4.8company rating

    Tri-State G&T job in Westminster, CO

    Responsible for the real-time operation of the Tri‑State interconnected transmission system in a safe and reliable manner. This position is tasked with the authority and responsibility to operate the Tri-State transmission system in such a manner as to comply with all applicable North American Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Regional Reliability Organization (RRO) standards. This position is a shift position to cover 24 hours 7 days per week. Responsible for the coordination of switching and outage requests with Members, other interconnected utilities, and within Tri‑State. Prepare/approve switching programs in advance of requested date of execution and Directs and coordinates routine and emergency switching including issuing clearances and other protective orders to field personnel and coordinate with interconnected utilities. Note: There are two positions available and the positions will be filled at one of four job grade levels: System Operator Trainee, job grade 7; System Operator I, job grade 8; System Operator II, job grade 9; or Senior System Operator, job grade 10. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected, and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire. Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. Senior System Operator Hiring Salary Range: $110,000-151,000 System Operator II Hiring Salary Range: $100,000-$135,000 System Operator I Hiring Salary Range: $86,000-$116,000 System Operator Trainee Hiring Wage: $42.00 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. Education and Training High School diploma or equivalent. Completion of Tri-State System Operator Trainee Program or other qualified System Operator Trainee program. Working knowledge of algebra, geometry, and basic principles of physics including electrical and mechanical theory, AC and DC currents, and the fundamentals of power flow. NERC Certification and maintain certification by obtaining required continuing education hours. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: Working knowledge of algebra, geometry and basic principles of physics. Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical theory, AC and DC circuits and the fundamental of power flow. Extensive knowledge of electrical utility systems, equipment and all phases of transmission operations. Extensive knowledge of corporate security and fire alarm system and related procedures. Extensive knowledge of safety rules and equipment. Ability to direct the work of other System Operators and assist in training new employees and/or trainees. Ability to distinguish full range of colors in order to be successful with completing duties involving the use of computer displays to monitor color-coded electric system diagrams. Ability to use and learn various computer applications. Excellent communication skills, both orally and written. Ability to work under stress. Ability to maintain good working relationship both internal and external. Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in routine and emergency situations. Other: Willingness to work rotating shifts with extra and/or irregular hours including holidays. Willingness to travel as required. (Must possess a valid driver's license.) Must be able to demonstrate that he/she can perform all of the essential functions of the position. DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in Electricity, Mathematics, or Business or other closely related discipline preferred. Senior System Operator duties include: Prepare/approve transmission switching programs in advance of requested date of execution. Using advance Energy Management System (EMS) simulation tools model all switching programs to identify and mitigate any reliability issues. Direct and coordinate routine and emergency switching including issuing clearances and other protective orders to field personnel and coordinate with interconnected utilities. Coordinate routine and emergency activities with Member systems and other interconnected utilities. Monitor transmission system events and conditions utilizing EMS, to include but not limited to line trips, system voltages, line loading, and equipment status, and take actions to maintain transmission system reliability as dictated by company specific reliability related tasks in accordance with NERC, RRO, and company guidelines. Monitor network applications, including State Estimator and Real-Time Security Analysis, for potential Transmission System reliability issues and take action to mitigate any reliability issues. Develop, Approve, and Implement mitigations for Real-Time Transmission System emergencies Perform tasks of the Transmission Service Operator as required including validating Transmission Service Requests, e-Tags, performing congestion management, and underground locates. Assist with training activities of new employees, System Operator I & II, and Transmission System Operator Trainees as needed. During emergency system conditions coordinated and execute decisions to restore load and generation balance, and provide emergency assistance as requested or required to ensure system reliability, as required by the NERC Standards, and provided for under the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Standards of Conduct. Perform Senior System Operator duties at the Backup Control Center (BCC) as needed during emergencies and during periodic BCC drills and exercises. Participate in Regional System Blackstart system restoration drills. General System Operations duties: Operate voice and radio communications systems to communicate with interconnected utilities and field personnel. Coordinate at various internal and external corporate levels to exchange information and coordinate reliable operations. Coordinate with System Operating Engineers and assist with system studies and related matters. Assist the Transmission Service Operators as needed. Coordinate with the Open Access Same-Time Information System (OASIS) desk to ensure all real time changes to Available Transmission Capacity (ATC) is communicated. Maintain operational records and logs. Post information on reliability messaging tools as required, and monitor these messages for incoming reliability information. Participate in all required training to maintain a valid NERC Certification. Adhere to and demonstrate compliance with appropriate electric utility industry regulatory requirements. Attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of development in regulations, laws, standards and best practices applicable to the functional area including, but not limited to, Standards of Conduct, Environmental, Employment Law, NERC Reliability Standards and Safety. Must be familiar with, and comply with, all aspects of Corporate Policy C-54, Compliance. Demonstrate behavior consistent with Tri-State's culture embodied in the Cooperative principles and spirit and core values of technical competency, respect and dignity, accountability, integrity, trustworthiness, and servant leadership to empower or otherwise enable others to optimally perform their job responsibilities. Demonstrate and promote ethics and behaviors consistent with Tri-State's culture, Board policies, and business practices. Understand and fulfill the role and responsibility for all compliance programs within the company. Because Tri-State is an electric utility with continuous service obligations to its customers, regular, reliable, and predictable performance of the essential functions and responsibilities is an essential function of the job. Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job.
    $110k-151k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Environmental Planner Remediation I, II, III, or Senior

    Tri-State G&T 4.8company rating

    Tri-State G&T job in Westminster, CO

    Responsible for compliance focused on remediation, solid waste and groundwater in the operation, decommissioning, and closure/post-closure of Tri-State facilities and its subsidiaries. Responsible for regulatory analysis and application of Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), RCRA Subtitle D Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR) rule, Clean Water Act (CWA), Colorado and New Mexico solid waste regulations, and other laws to the assigned facilities. Assist with obtaining necessary permits and approvals, conducting monitoring and inspections, data analysis, technical report writing, managing contractors, and project management. Note: There is one position available and the position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: Environmental Planner (Remediation) I, job grade 7; Environmental Planner (Remediation) II, job grade 8, Environmental Planner (Remediation) III, job grade 9; or Senior Environmental Planner (Remediation), job grade 10. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected, and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire. Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. Senior Environmental Planner (Remediation) Hiring Salary Range: $109,000-139,000 Environmental Planner (Remediation) III Hiring Salary Range: $98,000-$124,000 Environmental Planner (Remediation) II Hiring Salary Range: $88,000-$111,000 Environmental Planner (Remediation) I Hiring Salary Range: $80,000-$99,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. Education and Training Bachelor's Degree in in physical or biological sciences or related area, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: Strong ability to evaluate new and changing environmental laws and regulations related to operations, remediation, closure and post-closure of industrial facilities (i.e., power generation and coal mines). Strong ability to distill and communicate regulatory principles effectively to management and upper management for strategic planning and budgeting. Knowledge of remediation practices, technologies and principles relating to the closure and post-closure of industrial facilities. Working knowledge of environmental laws and regulations related to operations, maintenance, remediation, closure and post-closure, and knowledge of industry codes applicable to power production and coal mines. Specific knowledge of CERCLA, CWA, RCRA, and CCR required. Knowledge of other related laws and regulations such as Clean Air Act (CAA), Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA), Hazardous Materials Transportation Act (HMTA), Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), and Oil Pollution Act (OPA) helpful but not required. Working knowledge of safety policies and procedures. Ability to plan and direct the work of others. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to maintain effective working relationships and meet deadlines. Willingness to work around hazardous materials and high voltages. Working knowledge of an interconnected system desired. Must be proficient with use of personal computer hardware and software. Other: Must be able to demonstrate that they can perform all the essential functions of the position. Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time on an annual basis. (Must possess a valid driver's license.) DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS Public Speaking Skills Ensure compliance with environmental laws by inspecting and monitoring landfills, ponds, stormwater runoff, surface water, and groundwater at the Colowyo, Escalante, New Horizon and Nucla facilities (as well as other assigned facilities) during operations and closure/post-closure, including reclamation. Monitoring includes, but is not limited to, groundwater and surface water sampling of wells and ponds, and maintenance of all required sampling equipment and systems. Manage assigned projects and contractors related to remediation, solid waste, groundwater, surface water, and closure and post-closure activities. Prepare technical specifications and bidder evaluations for assigned projects. Project management includes planning, directing, and coordinating on all project tasks, preparing budgets and tracking, and communicating project status to management and other assignees, as needed. Serve as the subject matter expert for Colorado solid waste (Sections 2, 3 and 9), federal Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR), and/or other regulations as designated for assigned facilities. Provide proactive environmental and decommissioning compliance support to generation, mining and transmission operations as assigned. Conduct and/or review Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) for assigned facilities and properties. Lead the planning, developing, finalizing and submitting of environmental studies and reports to appropriate regulatory agencies. Lead the development and updating, as necessary, plans for Tri-State facilities and its subsidiaries to comply with agency laws and regulations. Manage obtaining all required agency approvals and permits to construct, operate, maintain and decommission (including closure and post-closure) facilities. Interface with Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), New Mexico Environment Department (NMED), New Mexico Office of the State Engineer (NMOSE), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and other regulatory agencies as necessary. Assist in the administration of schedules and budget preparation and tracking for remediation projects, as well as the annual functional area budget. Assist in conducting self-evaluations of Tri-State facilities and its subsidiaries. Prepare technical reports and special projects, as requested. Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures and attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of regulations, laws, standards, and best practices applicable to functional area. Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform other related duties as assigned SUCCESS FACTORS/JOB COMPETENCIES: Planning: ability to think ahead and plan within timelines and resources; develop scopes, plan and schedule work; set priorities and goals; anticipate and adjust for problems; evaluate workloads; measure and evaluate performance against established goals. Time management: ability to successfully plan and implement objectives within established timelines and work schedules. Ability to analyze problems and develop effective solutions at both strategic and functional levels. Demonstrate behavior consistent with company values. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong team player: accomplishes tasks by working with others and being a good team player. Recognizes how their decisions may impact others; seeks input from others. Computer proficiency in operating a personal computer and standard business office applications including Microsoft Office suite, databases, and other related applications. Ability to work independently, with minimal direction as a highly motivated self-starter.
    $109k-139k yearly Auto-Apply 6d ago
  • Accounting Assistant I, II, III, or Senior

    Tri-State G&T 4.8company rating

    Tri-State G&T job in Westminster, CO

    The Senior Accounting Assistant supports the Accounts Payable function by ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments, while maintaining vendor relationships. This role also supports compliance and contributes to the integrity of financial records to enabling efficient business operations. Note: There is one position available and the position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: Accounting Assistant (Accounts Payable) I, job grade 1; Accounting Assistant (Accounts Payable) II, job grade 2, Accounting Assistant (Accounts Payable) III, job grade 4; or Senior Accounting Assistant (Accounts Payable), job grade 5. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected, and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire. Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. Senior Accounting Assistant (Accounts Payable) Hiring Salary Range: $63,000-$76,000 Accounting Assistant (Accounts Payable) III Hiring Salary Range: $56,000-$68,000 Accounting Assistant (Accounts Payable) II Hiring Salary Range: $46,000-$54,000 Accounting Assistant (Accounts Payable) I Hiring Salary Range: $41,000-$48,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. Education and Training Associate degree in accounting or related area, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: Strong working knowledge of accounting methods and procedures. Working knowledge of personal computers and spreadsheets software. Ability to perform detail work with high degree of accuracy. Ability to maintain effective working relationships. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Oracle Fusion experience preferred Process and verify invoices for completeness and duplicates, submit for approval Process payments according to payment terms and approval of invoices Follow up on unmatched items, invoices without adequate backup and un-invoiced items. Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies Investigate invoices that are beyond predefined payment terms. Calculate appropriate use tax accruals for appropriate items. Coordinate Communication of AP policies and procedures both internally and externally. Monitor month end close process with AP team. Assist AP Manager with annual 1099 process. Request current data for vendor records. Provide back up as requested to other accounting assistants. Perform Accounting corrections for GL String/POET Perform check runs and maintenance. Monitoring and managing daily AP status to ensure invoices are processed timely and prompt pay discounts are taken. Responsible for more high level of complex activities. Monitor new vendor and vendor maintenance process. Monitor vendor payment method internally and externally. Assist with Special Projects assigned by AP Manager Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures and attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of regulations, laws, standards, and best practices applicable to functional area. Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform other related duties as assigned SUCCESS FACTORS/JOB COMPETENCIES: Planning: ability to think ahead and plan within timelines and resources; develop scopes, plan and schedule work; set priorities and goals; anticipate and adjust for problems; evaluate workloads; measure and evaluate performance against established goals. Time management: ability to successfully plan and implement objectives within established timelines and work schedules. Ability to analyze problems and develop effective solutions at both strategic and functional levels. Demonstrate behavior consistent with company values. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong team player accomplishes tasks by working with others and being a good team player. Recognizes how his/her decisions may impact others; seeks input from others. Computer proficiency in operating a personal computer and standard business office applications including Microsoft Office suite, databases, and other related applications. Ability to work independently, with minimal direction as a highly motivated self-starter. Must demonstrate flexibility to adjust output and goals as needs of Tri-State and AP department evolve and shift. Excellent team skills as the role is a key member of the leadership team of AP department. Leadership skills
    $63k-76k yearly Auto-Apply 23d ago
  • Engineering and Construction Project Manager I, II, III or Senior

    Tri-State G&T 4.8company rating

    Tri-State G&T job in Westminster, CO

    Responsible for the strategic leadership and project management of transmission and generation capital projects including transmission lines, substations, new generation facilities and joint participation projects through the effective coordination of resources, both internal and external, to support the timely and efficient completion of system additions and modifications. Includes providing strategic leadership and direction on assigned projects and developing, maintaining and implementing project management processes, procedures and documentation. Note: There is one position available, and this position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: Engineering and Construction Project Manager I; job grade 8; Engineering and Construction Project Manager II, job grade 9; Engineering and Construction Project Manager III; job grade 10 or Senior Engineering and Construction Project Manager, job grade 11. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire. Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes : Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, 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) and Paid Leave Benefits. Senior Engineering and Construction Project Manager Hiring Salary Range: $118,000-$166,000 Engineering and Construction Project Manager III Hiring Salary Range: $106,000-$148,000 Engineering and Construction Project Manager II Hiring Salary Range: $96,000-$133,000 Engineering and Construction Project Manager I Hiring Salary Range: $86,000-$118,000 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education and/or skill level. Education and Training Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline preferred, or equivalent combination of experience and education. Knowledge, Skills, and Ability: Knowledge of transmission facilities, generation facilities, functions, and typical applications. Knowledge of MS Project, Primavera, Unifier or other project management software applications. General knowledge of transmission system planning, environmental compliance, permitting, engineering, operations, contracting and construction disciplines as they apply to power transmission and generation projects. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written. Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite, advanced proficiency in MS Excel preferred. Experience: Eight (8) or more years or more as project engineer or project manager on increasingly complex projects, preferably for electric transmission or generation capital projects. Experience and knowledge of project management techniques as applied to electric transmission and generation projects. Other: Willingness to travel as required. (Must possess a valid driver's license. DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS Working knowledge of interconnected power transmission systems and electric utility industry standards, practices and regulations. Knowledge of general requirements for funding of power transmission and generation capital additions and improvements. Candidates from all backgrounds will be considered - emphasis will be given to those with a background in electric transmission and generation capital projects. Note: The above requirements describe the experience and education qualifications for the Senior Engineering and Construction Project Manager. Those with less experience will be hired at the I, II or III job grade level. Provide strategic leadership and direction on assigned projects, identify risk components and recommend risk mitigation strategies. Develop, maintain and implement project management processes, procedures and documentation for budget and execution of transmission and generation capital projects in support of the Engineering and Construction Project Management Office. Assemble and lead project resource teams assigned to support projects and represent Engineering and Construction at project meetings. Provide documented scope, schedule, deliverables, resource needs and budget estimates for each project assigned. Support the development of project contracts or agreements and assure compliance to the terms and conditions through the construction and capitalization of the transmission and generation assets. Provide periodic progress reports to management including project metrics, milestones, scope changes, budget analysis, schedule updates. Utilize project metrics and team input to analyze project performance and provide actions to support successful completion of the project. Coordinate and track the submittal of required Sarbanes- Oxley, National Environmental Policy Act NEPA documentation and approvals for transmission projects. Initiate and monitor appropriate cost accounting, invoicing, cash flow forecasting, and close-out of capital projects. Responsible for communicating with all project stakeholders and participants providing timely responses to information and documentation needs. Provide Project Management data to the capital cost database for use in preparing detailed project estimates, variance reporting and budgets. Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures and attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of regulations, laws, standards, and best practices applicable to functional area. Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job.
    $118k-166k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago

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