Conventional Generation Program Analyst

JOB TITLE: Conventional Generation Program Analyst

REQUISITION: TRE0013

DEPARTMENT: Development

LOCATION: Topeka General Office or One Kansas City Place

Topeka, KS or Kansas City, MO

PAY RANGE: Conv Gen Program Analyst I: $51,000 - $63,700

Conv Gen Program Analyst II: $$62,300 - $77,900

Sr Conv Gen Program Analyst: $70,400 - $93,900

Lead Conv Gen Program Analyst: $83,100 - $110,800

Scheduled Work Hours: Monday

• Friday, typically 8:00 a.m.

• 5:00 p.m., with additional work hours as required. This role will be a combination of remote and in office work, with the ability to attend meetings on-site as appropriate. Candidates who are performing work remotely must live in Kansas or Missouri.

Summary of Primary Duties:

Evergy is committed to leading the Responsible Portfolio Transition. Under general direction of the Director Conventional Generation Projects, the successful candidate in this key role will be responsible for regulatory compliance and due diligence work for new conventional generation projects. Evergy's 2024 Triennial Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) calls for 3,600 MWs of new wind and solar and 2,445 MWs of new conventional generating assets over the next ten years. The Program Analyst will be a key member of the team and will be responsible for transforming data gathered into information that can be used to facilitate decision making; and assisting with regulatory filings (CCNs, predetermination, rate cases, etc.) as well as completing due diligence work for the projects.

Summary of Primary Responsibilities:

• Regulatory Filings

• Prepare CCNs (certificates of convenience & necessity), predetermination letters and additional need for rate cases and other regulatory filings

• Draft testimony and ensure timely response to all regulatory data requests

• Prepare exhibits, budgets and other supporting documentation

• Create written material for testimony requirements that summarize study results, project reports, and supporting testimony while ensuring appropriate project/technical documentation is captured

• Work cross functionally with Evergy's Regulatory, Compliance and Environmental groups to ensure all program filings and project due diligence is in compliance with various agencies and permitting authorities

• Collaborate with Project Managers and other stakeholders to ensure project documentation and due diligence will meet regulatory filing needs

• Work with each project manager and team member to create due diligence documentation for current and future filings

• Ensure that key project decisions are captured in a manner that is sufficient for regulatory filings, audits and due diligence requests

• Capture and report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels and escalate issues, as necessary

• Work with and support Development leadership, project managers, engineers, project control analysts, as well as internal and external stakeholders to appropriately navigate all regulatory processes and filings

• Additional duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, finance, accounting or relevant experience is highly preferred

• Must have at least two years of related experience that demonstrates the ability to navigate complex rules/government/industry regulations, including experience working with and understanding projects of a technical nature

• Regulatory experience is highly preferred

• Work experience must demonstrate the ability to work independently, assimilate and process complex information, and communicate effectively with management, teammates, and stakeholders at various levels of the organization.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required:

• Ability to transform and interpret data to formulate communications that are appropriate for a regulatory filing process.

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications.

• A good understanding of work and business processes related to budgeting of large project work.

• Must be able to demonstrate a general understanding of regulatory filings and requirements.

• Ability to work independently and resolve work process issues utilizing analytical thinking, creative problem solving and sound reasoning.

• Good administrative and technical abilities to deal with large volumes of data and deal with multiple priorities and projects.

• Comprehensive skills in personal computer applications, including Microsoft Office applications.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to present information to other work groups in a concise manner.

• Must be able to work effectively with others in a team environment and build relationships with all customers and work groups.

• Must demonstrate exceptional skills in interpersonal relations, self-motivation, and organization.

• Confidence in leading meetings, comfort with making decisions and ability to document and respond quickly to inquiries.

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:

Must possess a valid driver's license.

Working Conditions:

Office, home and field working conditions. May require work beyond normal hours and occasional overnight travel. Must have a satisfactory work record including excellent attendance. Frequent travel up to 50% (including overnight travel) to project sites within Evergy's territory is required.

Evergy has a clear mission

• To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. So, our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. We are committed to celebrating diversity and building a team where everyone - regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status - has a voice and can bring their best every day. We know that the more diverse and inclusive we are, the better we will be. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.