Gas Supply Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY :

The Gas Supply Analyst administers ENSTAR's gas supply portfolio; monitors gas purchases, accounting, and transportation activities on ENSTAR's pipelines;

and is responsible for modeling future gas needs, purchase costs, and transportation fees. This position also supports gas supply negotiations, gas control operations and inter-departmental processes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Develop and maintain system for monitoring, reviewing, and analyzing gas demand.
• Develop and maintain system for monitoring, reviewing, and analyzing gas supply market.
• Support gas forecasting modeling software Gas Day / Gas Hour and gas nominations systems Iliamna and Susitna.
• Assist with ENSTAR's development of supply, storage, and transportation plans for long-term and short-term gas supply requirements.
• Manage and administer gas supply and storage contracts.
• Follow Cook Inlet gas supply market news, pipeline tariffs, AOGCC filings, regulatory proceedings to keep the Gas Supply team informed.
• Provide training support to Gas Control team regarding the methods and procedures for daily gas forecasting and gas purchasing.
• Provide Gas Supply support to Regulatory and Accounting teams.
• Communicate with internal departments and external gas producers, pipeline companies, and other utilities to build strong business relationships.
• Support ENSTAR's transportation customers and monitor their activities for regulatory and contractual compliance.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Four-year degree in Project Management, Computer Science, Economics or related field required;
• Minimum of five years' progressively responsible work experience, including substantial experience in forecasting and modeling is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to use / learn other technologies.
• Knowledge of natural gas supply market and gas industry operation.
• Must possess a valid Alaska Driver's License and be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the ENSTAR's Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass a background, past employment, credit, drug, and driving record screening.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

• Excellent analytical, project management and organizational skills with the ability to evaluate data. Demonstrated financial and business-related problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to effectively work with contractors, consultants, governmental agencies, and other departments / personnel to accomplish ENSTAR's objectives.
• Ability to manage and support multiple projects.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to make independent decisions based on available information.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and is open to take on a variety of operational challenges.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS :

• Must maintain a positive work atmosphere through effective interactions and communications with co-workers, customers and management.
• Must maintain a safe environment for co-workers, customers and the public through adherence to established safety standards and timely reporting of potential hazards.
• Must adhere to ENSTAR's policies and procedures related to the code of business ethics, compliance, responsible use of assets, and all applicable state and federal laws.

PHYSICAL EFFORT : Occ a sionally

Occ a sionally

C on tinuously

Frequently

1. Sitting

2. Standing

3. Walking

4. Bending Over

5. Crawling

6. Climbing

7. Reaching Overhead

8. Crouching

9. Kneeling

10. Balancing

11. Pushing or pulling

12. Talking

13. Repetitive use of hands / arms

14. Repetitive use of legs

15. Grasping

16. Lifting

10lbs or less

11 to 25 lbs

26 to 50 lbs.

51 to 75 lbs

76 to 100 lbs

Over 100lbs

17. Carrying

10lbs or less

11 to 25 lbs

26 to 60 lbs

51 to 75 lbs

76 to 100lbs

Over 100lbs

18. Eye / hand coordination

19. Fine Manipulation

VISUAL ACUITY : Occ a sionally

Occ a sionally

C on tinuously

Frequently

1. Close vision (clear at 20 "or less)

2. Distance vision (clear at 20' or more)

3. Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

4 Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while

eyes are fixed on a given point)

5. Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)

6. Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

7. No special vision requirements

MENTAL EFFORT : Occ a sionally

Occ a sionally

C on tinuously

Frequently

1. Thinking analytically

2. Communication

Using effective verbal communication

Using effective written communication

3. Handling stress & emotions

4. Concentrating on tasks

5. Discriminating colors

6. Remember details

7. Making decisions

8. Adjusting to changes

9. Examining / observing details

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS :

Occ a sionally

C on tinuously

Frequently

1. Inside

Hot / Heat

Cold

2. Outside