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Director of Pricing, Rates & Wholesale Billing

Columbus, NE, US, 68602-0499

**Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD)** has an immediate opening for a **Director of Pricing, Rates & Wholesale Billing** located at **Columbus General Office** in **Columbus** , Nebraska. Position closes September 16 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.

This position will report to the Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer.

Position Summary

The incumbent is responsible for the overall development, strategic direction, management, team leadership, and performance of all elements of NPPD’s wholesale and retail rate making process, the NPPD formula rate template for establishing transmission rates in the Southwest Power Pool (SPP), and all elements of NPPD’s process for electric service billing to NPPD’s wholesale customers and transmission service customers, which includes understanding and executing provisions of the Wholesale Power Contract. Specifically, the incumbent is responsible for the accurate preparation, review, and timely issuance of NPPD’s wholesale, transmission, and subtransmission rate studies, and retail cost-of-service studies that meet NPPD’s strategic goals and objectives; development, implementation, and on-going administration of all rate-related policies, including those associated with customer generation, and new and innovative wholesale and retail pricing products that meet

customers’ and NPPD’s needs. The incumbent has ownership and responsibility for the wholesale billing process, including the efficient, accurate and timely completion of all monthly electric service billings to NPPD’s wholesale customers and transmission service customers; developing and maintaining strong working relationships with wholesale and retail customers; and interfacing with the NPPD Board of Directors, NPPD Executive Team, NPPD Legal staff, Customer Services Team, and other internal teammates to explain and interpret wholesale and retail rate schedules and policies, discuss rationale for current rates and expected future trends, and to address any wholesale customer billing issues, while maintaining compliance with applicable contract provisions and legal requirements related to rate making and billing. The Wholesale Power Contract is unique to NPPD in the utility industry and includes a level of complexity for this position which is not common in the industry. Understanding the provisions of the Wholesale Power Contract requires a high level of involvement and expertise of the incumbent in this position, a skillset and background unique to this specific role at NPPD and requires independent thought and analysis along with decision making that will directly impact NPPD’s financial revenue

Education, Training and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related field is required. MBA is preferred.

Ten years of progressive professional level experience in utility rates and pricing, customer billing, accounting, finance, and/or planning with at least five years in a supervisor/management role is required.

Licenses and/or Certifications

NA

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Build effective relationships, confidence, and trust, and maintain strong working relationships with wholesale and retail customers, internal NPPD business units, and peers in the electric utility industry. Serve as the primary point of contact for customers for all rate-related questions and concerns and provide expert advice and solutions to customer issues. Recall and understand the basis of previous rate and billing decisions to be able to maintain credibility and consistency in application of rates, billing, and policies.

Serve as an internal and external subject matter expert for all NPPD wholesale (including the complexities of Wholesale Power Contract), retail, and SPP rates, , and for the wholesale billing process. Serve as the primary point of contact in each of these areas for the NPPD Board of Directors and Executive Team and provide counsel, coaching, and solutions to assist the NPPD leadership team in the understanding of the Wholesale Power Contract, pursuit of strategic objectives and increased customer satisfaction.

Oversee and direct the accurate preparation, review, and timely issuance of NPPD’s wholesale General Firm Power Service (GFPS) and Transmission Rate Studies, the Subtransmission Rate Study, the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) formula rate template, and the Retail Cost-of-Service Study, in accordance with contract provisions, Board policies, approved protocols, and state statutes.

Lead the rate making process, including the development, implementation, and on-going administration of rate related policies, the collection and use of load research data, the development of retail and wholesale pricing options, and the creation of innovative approaches to pricing and pricing methods.

Develop, manage, and oversee implementation of NPPD’s rate and billing policies for customer generation and in alignment with the Wholesale Power Contract. Serve as the subject matter expert on this topic and provide advice and answers to customers, internal teammates, and the NPPD leadership team regarding all rate-related aspects of proposed and existing customer generation installations.

_Accountable for other duties as assigned._

Core Competencies

Customer Focus

Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion

Integrity/Excellence

Public Service/Environmental Stewardship

Safety

**Salary Information** _-_ Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range. Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.

**Pay Grade -** 18 Monthly

**Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range:** $14,641.00 - $18,668.00

**Travel Required:** Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) _Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview._

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

_Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer_

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

Customers around the state know what to expect from NPPD — quality, reliability and performance excellence. Our values also extend to the way we take care of our employees and their families. We remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people in an ever-changing world.

Salary

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary listed in posting, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.

Retirement Savings

NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee’s hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing.

Health & Wellness

At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles.

Other Benefits

Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service. We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave. All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee. NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.