Analyst - OR Gas Control Center

Overview

Under general supervision, the Analyst will be responsible for assisting Gas System Operators in maintaining the integrity of the natural gas transmission and distribution system in a safe, reliable and economic manner. This includes maintaining all gas accounting functions to ensure accuracy of delivered supplies for system operations with respective interstate pipelines, Gas Purchasing and Portfolio Planning and Transportation Customers (including electric generation). Assists the Section Manager with monthly reporting and Control Room Management (CRM) adherence.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that appropriate gas schedules are in place to provide sufficient gas supplies to meet service area Transmission and Distribution load requirements and coordinates all intra day changes with Gas Supply/Commodity Operations.
• Represents Gas Control at the daily Gas Supply Morning Call between Gas Control and Gas Supply Purchasing and Scheduling, Commodity Operations and Retail Access.
• Utilizes gas distribution load forecasting analytics and modeling along with weather forecasting services to forecast gas distribution loads daily. Tracks actual versus forecast temperature variances and distribution loads.
• Coordinates with Schedulers from Electric Generation organizations, the allocation of system capacity to ensure system integrity and the proper supply necessary on respective pipelines to maintain adequate transmission pressures while minimizing pipeline imbalances.
• Determines the effects of any curtailments or restrictions imposed by the delivery pipelines and/or the loss of gas imposed by suppliers in such a way as to minimize the impact on the system.
• Becomes familiar with the cyber security protocols that impact the GCC to help prevent and react to any cyber security breaches maintaining Operational Excellence.
• Provides temperature and Heating Degree Day (HDD) information to Customer Accounting for billing purposes.
• Monitors measurement data to ensure log-sheets are accurate and variations remain below 2%. Where discrepancy exceeds 2%, document follow-up with pipelines or Gas Technical Operations.
• Retrieves electronic measurement data reports from each respective pipelines Electronic Bulletin Board system to ensure accurate check metering.
• Maintains all data pertaining to Gas Control Accounting systems and operating reports. Must provide reports and data to internal and external customers when requested.
• Participates in the Companys emergency management processes and storm plans and become familiar with Gas Controls business continuity plans.
• Assists Section Manager with Control Room Management (CRM) procedural updating and implementation with the Gas System Operators on the Gas Control Desk.
• Performs other related assignments as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Engineering or Business- related fields and 2 years of work experience. Related work experience, preferably in general utility systems (gas, electric, steam, water, sewer). Knowledge in natural gas scheduling of deliveries and the nomination and confirmation process on interstate pipeline websites is preferred.

• Bachelor's Degree Engineering or Business related fields and 4 years Related work experience, preferably in general utility systems (gas, electric, steam, water, sewer). Knowledge in natural gas scheduling of deliveries and the nomination and confirmation process on interstate pipeline websites is preferred.

• Proficiency in the use of computer applications, including Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Strong Excel skills are required. Required
• Demonstrate an aptitude for numerical and mathematical accuracy. Required
• Knowledge of the natural gas system (Transmission, Distribution and Supply Market). Required
• Must develop working knowledge of department operating guidelines and procedures. Required
• Must be detail-oriented, well-organized and have excellent project management skills. Required
• Must be able to render sound business decisions. Required
• Must be adaptable and flexible to changing conditions. Required
• Must have excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Required
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with customers, support staff, various levels of management and working on a team with other employees is required. Required
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple assignments and adapt to changing priorities, while still meeting deadlines is required. Required
• This position is subject to drug and alcohol testing as required by the Department of Transportation. Required

• Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills

• Driver's License Required

• Must be able to read small print and symbols.

• Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.
• Must be able to travel within Company service territory, as necessary.