Responsible for providing general legal services and assistance as requested by the Assistant General Counsel or the Vice President General Counsel.

• Juris Doctorate Degree.

• Attorney - Three (3) through five (5) years of related progressive experience, preferably with real estate, UCC, electric utility and/or RUS experience.

  Staff Attorney - Six (6) through eight (8) years of related progressive experience, preferably with electric utility and/or RUS experience.

• Experience in regulatory and legislative matters.

• Negotiate, draft and perform legal review or preparation of contracts, financial documents, and other miscellaneous legal documents.

• Provide legal assistance to the various functional areas of Tri State in matters pertaining to the Association's general business and utility activities.

• Represent Tri State before regulatory and legislative agencies and bodies.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for building maintenance services at the New Mexico Field Facilities, including Rio Rancho, Las Cruces and Cimarron.

(Requirement listed below are for a Building Services Assistant II. Will consider less experience for Building Services Assistan I.)

1. Four (4) years of experience in building cleaning and maintenance of building and grounds or equivalent vocational school training.

2. High school level reading and math and position relative, vocational courses desired.

3. Experience with and the ability to operate power janitorial equipment, if required.

4. Basic understanding of building systems maintenance including HVAC and air handling systems.

5. Ability to work eight hours a day, starting as early as 7:00 a.m., and potentially work evenings and/or weekends as required.

6. Ability to operate small power tools and equipment.

7. Willing and able to lift 50 lbs.

8. Willing and able to work outside.

9. Willing and able to work with cleaning agents and solutions.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

This position is responsible for the award and administration of purchase orders and contracts for materials, services, repairs and equipment to support maintenance, repair and operations of existing utility structure. Procurement processes are performed in accordance with Company policy and procedure and any other applicable laws.

• Bachelor's degree in purchasing management or related area or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education.

• Three (3) years progressive experience in materials and services procurement with an electric utility or related industry.

• Experience with automated purchasing applications.

• This position requires good oral and written communication skills and negotiation skills.

• Strong contract knowledge desired.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for providing support for the corporate chemistry program and individual plant chemistry programs.

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

• Five (5) years of progressive experience in utility chemistry programs.

• Working knowledge of laboratory safety polices and practices.

• Working knowledge of laboratory analytical practices and procedures.

• Knowledge of the use and application of laboratory procedures from Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater, ASTM standards for water and coal analyses and EPA methods for water and wastewater analysis.

• Desire to work in coal and gas-fired power generation laboratory and plant operations areas.

• Willingness to travel up to thirty percent (30%) of the time, and have possession of valid Colorado driver's license or ability to obtain one.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for the technical evaluation, coordination, planning, and implementation of work assignments for plant maintenance as assigned by the Combustion Turbine Manager. Responsible for the predictive maintenance program. Responsible for the planning and overseeing of scheduled maintenance outages, close out and completion of tasks in INDUS, document imaging, and drawing control to reflect modifications, and coordination of new installations on plant systems associated with major maintenance and capital projects.

• Eight (8) years of progressive education and experience in the combustion turbine power generation maintenance field including:

• a. The equivalent of technical training received in an Associate Degree program such as Electronics Engineering Technology with studies in industrial electrical and electromechanical controls, and digital systems control logic or in a technical discipline preferably engineering technology, including math, mechanics, electronics or related discipline.

  AND

• b. Six (6) years of practical experience and/or be able to demonstrate knowledge in operation and maintenance of combustion turbine equipment with studies in turbine and generator equipment including controls and protection.

• Willingness to work at a base location and travel to multiple locations in order to complete duties and responsibilities.

• Willingness and readiness to travel overnight up to 75 percent of the time. (Possession of a current valid drivers license, or ability to obtain.)

• Working knowledge of personal computing, including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Projects and other related software applications.

• Knowledge of government regulations. (Including RUS procedures and policies.)

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Diaabled/Veteran

Combustion Turbine Technician

The base location for this position is Knutson Station, near Brighton, Colorado, about 45 minutes northeast of Denver.

Responsible for activities involving the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the combustion turbine power plant. Requirements listed below are for a JL Technician. Will consider applicants with less experience for apprentice level technician.

• Seven (7) years of related power plant experience, which may consist of an equivalent combination of related education, training or power plant experience, with natural gas combustion turbine experience preferred.

• At least one (1) year experience as a JL Power Plant Technician preferred.

• Instrumentation and Control, or Electrician background strongly desired.

• Must have good health and physical ability adequate for strenuous work, including ability to wear a respirator.

• Must reside within a 20 mile radius of the base location.

Competitive salary and benefits package, including relocation assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for preparation and administration of contracts for the acquisition of goods and services, including the administration of the bidding process through final closeout of contracts.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering or related area, or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education.

• Six (6) years experience in contract administration or procurement to include specification writing and/or construction management for transmission, generation, communication or other utility related business.

• Prepare contract documents for the acquisition of goods and services.

• Administer bidder qualification process and establish list of pre qualified bidders, administer bid process and receive and evaluate proposals.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Under the general supervision of the Energy Portfolio Manager, the Term Marketer is responsible for: day-ahead, weekly, balance-of-month, monthly and quarterly transaction negotiation and execution of commodities supporting asset maximization and hedging strategies of Tri-State resources; monitoring commodity purchases and sales, ensuring that adequate resources are available to meet all Tri-State load obligations; and working together with Energy Markets staff to optimize Tri-State resources.

• BA/BS degree in Economics, Finance, Business, or related field or combination of education and experience.

• A minimum of eight (8) years of experience with an electric utility company, energy trading company, or related industry. Previous commodity trading and/or energy industry operations experience preferred. Strong commercial trading, orientation and knowledge preferred.

• Monitors and manages electricity transactions within approved authority matrices of Tri-State's Energy Risk Management Policy.

• Review and update, as appropriate, load forecasts prior to executing day-ahead electricity products.

• Monitor OASIS to assure transmission availability supports electricity transactions and pre-scheduled load/resource balancing processes with Tri-State's system.

• Establish Tri-State's pre-scheduled market position within approved authority matrices of Tri-State's Energy Risk Management Policy and other operating guidelines.

• Purchase appropriate transmission service to support electricity transactions.

• Coordinate natural gas fuel requirements to support pre-scheduled combustion turbine operating plans.

• Coordinate with combustion turbine staff, scheduling maintenance outages and pre-scheduled operating plans.

• Responsible for accurate accounting and documentation of executed commodity trades.

• Create, review and prepare transaction confirmations for signature and deal capture.

• Manage Tri-State's long-term contractual rights and obligations, as well as transactions with approved counterparties under the Western Systems Power Pool (WSPP) Agreement.

Competitive salary and benefits package, including relocation assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for preparing documents for imaging, creating images utilizing scanning hardware and software, and indexing images with appropriate data prior to release into Electronic Document Management System (EDMS).

• Two (2) years of clerical work experience and knowledge of routine office practices and equipment. Six months previous experience with scanning hardware/software is preferred.

• Prepares hardcopy documents for scanning.

• Scans hardcopy documents utilizing corporate imaging software and hardware.

• Ensures quality of images prior to release from scanning queue. Quality check includes deletion of blank pages, verifying correct page order, and correct page orientation.

• Prepares index for imaged materials by entering relevant document data in validation queue.

• Move images to appropriate sub-directory in EDMS after final verification and release.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for performing drafting and graphic functions as directed.

• Associate Degree in Applied Science or related field, vocational/technical drafting training or one (1) year of drafting experience.

• Ability to use standard drafting and reproduction equipment.

• Ability to visualize simple concepts required to develop and layout simple drawings and maps.

• Familiarity with Computer Aided Drafting desired.

• Familiarity with electric utility drafting or civil drafting desired.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

The Energy Portfolio Analyst is responsible for load and price forecasting, back-casting, data analysis, contract optimization, risk management and asset optimization support as it pertains to short-term energy commodity management.

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Economics, Engineering, or other related technical discipline or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education. Advanced degree desirable.

• Senior Analyst - Minimum of eight (8) years of related experience, preferably in the electric power or natural gas industry.

  Analyst III - Five (5) to Eight (8) years of related experience, preferably in the electric power or natural gas industry.

  Analyst II - Two (2) to Five (5) years of related experience, preferable in the electric power or natural gas industry.

  Analyst I - Zero (0) to Two (2) years of related experience, preferably in the electric power or natural gas industry.

• Monitor and provide recommendations regarding natural gas transportation and electricity transmission tariff requirements and applicable updates.

• Perform commodity price and load forecasting based on market fundamentals (supply, demand, planned outages, transmission/transportation constraints, regulatory issues, weather, etc.

• Must have the ability to conduct thorough, appropriate and effective analytical, quantitative and economic evaluations.

• Must have the ability to analyze complex, technical data and prepare concise, accurate reports.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

The Energy Resource Coordinator (ERC) position is a merchant function and is responsible for real time scheduling and dispatch of Tri-State-owned and contracted generation resources fueled by coal, natural gas, fuel oil, hydro, and in the near future, renewable sources. Additional responsibilities include coordination with a Real Time Marketer to optimize resources versus energy markets in order to economically balance member loads and serve long-term power supply agreements.

Responsibilities:
• Perform hourly load forecasting, scheduling and balancing as well as intra-hour load and resource balancing of the Tri-State system in coordination with the Balancing Authorities.
• Hourly coordination required with unit and contractual participants about generation and contract energy schedules.
• Work with Real Time Marketer to optimize all available generation and transmission assets to the fullest extent possible.
• During emergency conditions, coordinate with Tri-State Reliability Dispatchers, Balancing Authorities, and Transmission Operators to restore load and generation balance.
• Maintain spinning and operating reserves at all times. Respond to Reserve Group contingencies.
• Hourly coordination required with unit and contractual participants about generation and contract energy schedules.
• Create and adjust electronic Tags as required by applicable NERC Reliability Standards, WECC Business Practice Standards and Balancing Authority Business Practices.
• Advise Tri-State Reliability Dispatchers when and where to initiate demand side curtailments under the Demand Response Program.
• Maintain proper generator reactive output and coordinate with Reliability Dispatcher.
• Coordinate with Plant Operators and Shift Supervisors unexpected contingencies and real time maintenance.
• Direct start up, shut down and loading of gas turbines for contractual obligations, market opportunities, load balancing or system emergencies.
• Maintain logs, documenting all relevant operating information, problems and issues encountered during shift.

  Job Requirements:

• ERC - A minimum of 8 years of related experience on an interconnected electrical system or 5 years as an electric utility reliability dispatcher.
• Associate ERC - A minimum of 5 years of related experience on an interconnected electrical system or related field or 3 years as an electric utility reliability dispatcher
• This is a shift position that requires occasional overtime.
• Must obtain and maintain NERC certification.
• Must be able to remain calm in stressful conditions and effectively prioritize and multi-task.
• Familiarity of NERC and WECC standards, policies and business practices.
• Knowledge of electric utility systems, equipments and operations including familiarity with whole electricity markets.
• Must sign a FERC Standards of Conduct Confidentiality Agreement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must demonstrate basic computer skills; knowledge of OATI and OASIS.
• Willingness to travel.

Competitive salary and benefits package, including relocation assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for civil/structural engineering design activities for the construction of HV transmission lines and substation, facilities.

• BS in Civil or Structural Engineering or related engineering discipline.

• 2 ½ to 8 years of experience in engineering design and construction management of facilities in electric utility related programs.

• P.E. Registration in CO preferred.

• Extensive knowledge of civil/structural design of transmission lines and/or substations through 345 kV.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Tri-State is a Denver based progressive, non-profit, consumer owned wholesale supplier of electric power to 44 distribution cooperatives in CO, WY, NE and NM. With over 1100 employees, Tri-State operates and maintains fossil fuel power plants with owned coal-fired capacity of 1826 megawatts, gas turbines with 526 megawatts of capacity, and over 5200 miles of high voltage transmission lines and 335 substations and switchyards.

Responsible for the engineering design and layout activities for the construction of HV substation facilities.

• BS degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related engineering discipline.

• 2 1/2 to 8 years of progressive experience in engineering design and lay out, and construction management of substation facilities through 345 kV.

• P.E. Registration in CO is preferred.

Competitive salary and benefits package including relocation assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for developing, coordinating, directing, maintaining, and providing technical support for the resource planning process to support the Power Resources function.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Experience requirements are listed below:

  a. Engineer IV - Eight (8) years of progressive related experience in the energy industry.

  b. Engineer III - Five (5) years of progressive related experience in the energy industry.

  c. Engineer II - Two and one half years (2 ½) of progressive related experience in the energy industry.

  d. Engineer I - Zero (0) to two and one half years (2 ½) of progressive related experience in the energy industry.

• Extensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices applicable to electrical utility engineering practices.

• Extensive knowledge of interconnected electrical system operations.

• Knowledge and experience in resource planning; including experience with commercial production cost models, resource expansion models, and/or portfolio risk models desirable.

• Knowledge and experience in risk analysis and statistics desirable.

Competitive salary and benefits package including relocation assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for managing and directing the planning, designing, implementing, and documenting of new, existing, and/or modifications of telecommunication systems and facilities.

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or electronics engineering.

  a. Engineer IV - Eight (8) years of progressive experience in design, construction, operations and maintenance of fixed telecommunications electronics systems.

  b. Engineer III - Five (5) years of progressive experience in design, construction, operations and maintenance of fixed telecommunications electronics systems.

  c. Engineer II - Two and one half (2 ½) years of progressive experience in design, construction, operations and maintenance of fixed telecommunications electronics systems.

  d. Engineer I - Zero (0) to two and one half (2 ½) years of progressive experience in design, construction, operations and maintenance of fixed telecommunications electronics systems.

• Extensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices relating to telecommunications.

• Extensive knowledge of microwave radio systems and path calculations, VHF and UHF radio systems, telephone systems and equipment, data communications equipment, and cable plant.

• Willingness to travel.

• Experience in communications site selection, desired.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Minority

Responsible for planning, directing, or coordinating engineering activities and management of construction of generation facilities' projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Metallurgical Engineering.

• Senior Engineer- Eight (8) years progressive experience in power utility design work, construction, or maintenance in generation related programs.

  Engineer III- Five (5) to eight (8) years progressive experience.

  Engineer II- Two and one half (2 1/2) to five (5) years progressive experience.

  Engineer I- Zero (0) to two and one-half (2 1/2) years progressive experience.

• Extensive knowledge of operation and maintenance of generation facilities. Background in design and implementation of Distributed Control Systems (DCS) for power plants.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for assisting in providing support for plant engineering and maintenance problems at Craig Station, as well as support during unit outages.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.

• General knowledge of power generation equipment, facilities and operations.

• Assist with supporting various functional areas of the plant with engineering and maintenance problems and during unit outages, as assigned.

• Assist in the maintenance of schedules and budgets, as assigned.

• Assist in responding to plant maintenance requests from all functional areas (as assigned by the Engineering Superintendent).

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for assisting in developing, planning, preparing, monitoring and coordinating environmental studies and reports for assigned projects regarding air compliance programs.

• Bachelor's degree in physical or biological sciences or related area, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• Five (5) to eight (8) years of related experience in environmental compliance and/or planning, including one year of experience in a lead or coordinator role.

• Position requires strong applied knowledge and experience with state and federal air regulations and with hands-on regulatory expertise including permitting, emission calculations, record keeping, reporting and auditing for compliance with the Clean Air Act.

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with environmental laws and regulations in the operation of power generation and transmission facilities and in planning, directing and coordinating projects; and interpreting environmental laws and rules as they apply to the system.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for organizing, coordinating, and providing administrative support to the General Manager/Executive Vice President and Board of Directors; and for supervising and coordinating the corporate travel related activities.

Responsible for planning, directing and coordinating present production resource needs and analyzing future resource needs in the areas of water supplies, fuel supplies, reagents and fuel waste disposal. Responsible for review of mine plans and operations that provide or may provide fuel and reagent supplies.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related area, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• Two and one-half (2 ½) to Eight (8) years of related utility or mining experience, preferably in electric utility power generation fuels resources management

• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical principles relating to power generation and thorough knowledge of resource requirements and power plant operations, preferred.

• Working knowledge of coal and coal transportation contracting.

• Coordinate present production needs for water, fuel and other related needs.

• Develop and implement ash utilization programs.

• Develop/coordinate the development of contracts, agreements and technical specifications to provide required resources and maintain present agreements.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for planning and directing general personnel management programs and services.

• Bachelor's degree in personnel or business administration or related area, or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education.

• Ten (10) years of progressive personnel experience, including three (3) years in a management/supervisory capacity, and five (5) years with an electric utility.

• Extensive knowledge of personnel management concepts, principles, and practices.

• Extensive knowledge of government laws and regulations affecting all areas of personnel management.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance, operation and installation and modification of line, telecommunication and substation equipment.

• Six (6) years of combined education and experience in the electrical and electronic field. This would consist of:

  a. The equivalent of technical training received in an Associate Degree Program in Electronics Engineering Technology with advanced studies in industrial electrical and electromechanical controls and digital systems control logic;

  AND

  b. Four (4) years of practical experience and/or be able to demonstrate knowledge in maintenance of industrial electrical electro-mechanical electronic control equipment which must include:

  Two (2) years and/or the equivalent knowledge of electric power substation apparatus maintenance experience involving testing of power transformers, testing and repairing of power circuit breakers and electrical insulation system testing and repair.

  Two (2) years and/or the equivalent knowledge of practical experience in testing, calibrating and repairing protective relay devices and revenue meters;

  AND

  c. Must be capable of satisfactorily interpreting electrical schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams and control logic.

• Willingness to travel up to 75% of working time, including overnight travel.

• Must reside within a 60 minute response time of the base location.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Installs, repairs and maintains electrical, electronic, control and instrumentation equipment in a safe, logical and efficient manner complying with all electrical codes and safety regulations. Design, program and implement software and hardware.

• Must successfully pass the TABE math and reading test and mechanical aptitude test.

• Must successfully pass test specific to the position requirements.

• Requires a minimum of an Associates degree or vocational school certification in electronics, electrical, instrumentation and control, or a combination of relevant education and experience considered equivalent.

• Must have successfully completed Tri-State G&T step-grade program OR have a minimum of 5 years of practical experience working with similar equipment in power plants or closely allied industries. position.

• Must have a current and valid driver license.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Position is based at Tri-State's coal fired power plant, Craig Station in Craig, CO, which is located in the NW part of the state.

Installs, repairs and maintains instrumentation and control equipment in a safe, logical and efficient manner complying with all safety regulations.

• Requires a minimum of an Associates degree or vocational school certification in instrumentation and control, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

• Minimum of 5 years of practical experience working with instrumentation and control equipment in power plants or closely allied industries.

• Experience with the following equipment desired: Honeywell DCS, Allen Bradley PLC, Monitor Labs CEMs, and GE MARK II turbine controls.

• Must have sufficient knowledge of and skill in, the safe use of test equipment.

• Must have a current and valid driver's license.

• Shift work may be required.

Competitive salary and benefits package, including relocation assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Position is located at Tri-State's coal fired power plant, Craig Station, at Craig, CO, which is in the northwestern part of the state.

Responsible for performing electrical maintenance work on coal fired power plant equipment and systems.

• Must have:

  (A) Successfully completed 4 year apprentice program recognized by Tri-State in the electrical field and 2 years of practical experience in maintenance of industrial electrical and electro-mechanical controls equipment; OR

  (B) An Associate's Degree program in electrical and electro-mechanical controls, and 4 years of practical experience in maintenance of industrial electrical and electro-mechanical controls and equipment; OR

  (C) The equivalent technical training received in approved courses; and 4 years of practical experience in maintenance of industrial electrical and electro-mechanical controls and equipment; OR

  (D) 10 years of experience in the industrial field as a JL Electrician.

• Shift work may be required.

• Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Class R Driver's License.

Competitive salary and benefits program, including relocation assistance.

Submit resume and salary history to: Tri-State Generation and Transmission Assoc., Inc. P.O. Box 1307, 2101 S. Ranney, Attn: D. Herman, Craig, CO 81626 or click on link below to submit electronically.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of substations.

Accountable to a senior or foreman level technician for all substation maintenance, training and operation functions.

• Journey Level position requires six (6) years of combined education and experience in the electrical and electronic field. This would consist of:

  (a) The equivalent of technical training received in an Associate Degree Program in Electronics Engineering Technology with advanced studies in industrial electrical and Electro mechanical controls and digital systems control logic; and,

  (b) Four (4) years of practical experience and/or be able to demonstrate knowledge in maintenance of industrial electrical electromechanical electronic control equipment which must include:

  One (1) years and/or the equivalent knowledge of electric power substation apparatus maintenance experience involving testing of power transformers, testing and repairing of power circuit breakers and electrical insulation system testing and repair.

  Three (3) years and/or the equivalent knowledge of practical experience in testing, calibrating and repairing protective relay devices and revenue meters; and

  (c) Must be capable of satisfactorily interpreting electrical schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams and control logic.

• Have thorough knowledge of the practices used in the electric power industry.

• Be capable of applying artificial respiration and be able to render practical first aid.

• Be willing and able to work extra and irregular hours as the utility needs may require, and willing to work under unusual or special working conditions; storms, extreme temperatures, winds, darkness, etc.

• Overnight travel required.

• Must reside within a 30-mile radius of the base location.

Competitive salary and benefits package, including relocation assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Duties include: cleaning plant buildings and grounds, operating light equipment and trucks, assisting with plant maintenance and operations tasks.

• Must successfully pass adult basic education and mechanical concepts tests.

• Must have a current and valid driver's license.

• Must have a satisfactory work record.

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. frequently and up to 100 lbs. occasionally.

• Janitorial experience, preferably in a plant or industrial environment.

• Entry level position in step grade program with opportunities to promote to higher steps in the step program.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for market analysis of power, natural gas, emission allowances, and renewable energy certificates to support operational, risk, and planning functions. Responsible for hedge analysis and recommendations to meet risk management goals.

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline; or equivalent relevant experience.

  (The experience requirements listed below are for a Senior Market Analyst. Less experience will be considered for the I, II, and III positions.)

• Eight (8) years of progressive, relevant experience, with at least two (3) years in the electric power or natural gas industry.

• Knowledge of electric power or natural gas marketing fundamentals.

• Must be flexible, inquisitive and able to thoroughly understand market dynamics.

• Must be highly skilled in the use of database and spreadsheet applications.

• Must be highly skilled in performing analytical, quantitative and economic evaluation functions and processes.

• Ability to analyze complex, technical data and prepare concise, accurate reports.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for providing staff assistance and research/technical assistance to the Assistant General Counsel, Senior Vice President/General Counsel and Legal Services.

• Associate's degree in Paralegal or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education.

• Senior - Seven (7) years of related experience as a paralegal to include research, drafting legal documents, and maintaining files.

  Paralegal II - Four to six (4-6) years paralegal experience. RUS and electric utility experience desired.

  Paralegal I - One to three (1-3) years legal experience. RUS and electric utility experience desired.

• Conduct and provide the results of legal research on various topics as assigned and investigate and research relevant factual and legal issues for attorney review.

• Prepare board resolutions and other material as required for monthly, annual and special Board of Directors' meetings.

• Working knowledge of legal research techniques and methods and file maintenance for legal documents.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsibility may vary depending on level of position. Function may include: Unloading the train, operating machinery and systems associated with the coal hoisting systems, auxiliary plant equipment, and the scrubber and bag house, operating machinery and equipment associated with the boiler/turbine operation, the water treatment plant, the cardboard recycling plant steam and supply equipment.

• Must have a satisfactory work record.

• Must have and maintain a current, valid drivers license.

• Must pass TABE Math and Reading test and SRA Mechanical Concepts test.

• Must have work experience wherein basic familiarization of fans, pumps, motors, and other moving and rotating equipment have been demonstrated.

• Must work a rotating shift including weekends and holidays.

• Must be able to perform heavy work requiring lifting or exerting pressure in excess of 50 Pounds frequently.

• Must be able to work in confined spaces and in high places.

• Must be willing and able to work different work schedules, rotating shifts, and subject to on call status (availability) at management discretion.

• Must reside within a one hour reporting time to the Escalante Generating Station.

Equal Opportunity Employer  Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Position is based at Tri-State's Rifle Station which is an 85 MW gas-fire power plant located near Rifle, CO.

Duties may include the operation and maintenance of plant mechanical, electrical and electronic equipment.

• Associates Degree in Electronic Technology or equivalent,

• Or at least four years of the following Instrumentation and Control experience: installation, replacement, repair, and maintenance of electronic, hydraulic, and control equipment, including designing, programming, and implementing software, hardware, and hardware with non-volatile software in an industrial environment.

• Instrumentation and Control Technician experience preferred.

• Must have and maintain a current, valid drivers license.

• Must be able to perform heavy work on a regular basis requiring lifting or exerting pressure in excess of 50 pounds.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Tri-State is a consumer owned non-profit wholesale supplier of electric power. This position is located at the Nucla Station near Nucla, CO, which is in the SW part of the state.

Position involves a wide variety of duties that include, but are not limited to, cleaning, general labor, the ability to navigate in the computer, assisting technical craftspeople, and running errands.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Coordinate Safety and Occupational Health (S&OH) programs, and provide assistance to the staff at the Craig Station near Craig, Colorado.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or safety and occupational health or closely related field or equivalent experience.

• Seven (7) years of experience associated with industrial operation and maintenance, including five (5) years in utility generation or equivalent experience.

• Experience in safety and/or occupational health activities in the duties described for this position is essential.

• Assist in the development and implementation of S&OH goals and objectives for the Station.

• Participate in the development of specialized programs related to S&OH.

• Provide S&OH information for the preparation of periodic S&OH reports and communication to Tri-State management and employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for the implementation of security programs and preventive security measures for Tri-State; assesses risks and security needs and makes appropriate recommendations to the Security Manager to minimize those risks and needs; assists with activities to insure compliance with applicable security laws and regulations affecting the utility industry; and conducts investigations of security breaches at Tri-State facilities.

• Bachelor's degree in Criminology, Law Enforcement, or related discipline or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience in the fields of security, law enforcement, and/or military, preferably with a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) in combat arms, Military Police/Shore Patrol (MP/SP), or intelligence.

• Two (2) years of progress related experience which can be in the fields of corporate/business security, law enforcement, and/or military preferably with an MOS in combat arms, MP/SP, or intelligence.

• Working knowledge of corporate security policies, practices and procedures.

• Working knowledge of NERC reliability and Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards.

• Working knowledge of power system operations.

• Working knowledge of FERC standards of conduct.

• Knowledge of PC/desktop workstation applications such as MSWord, Excel, Outlook or other similar business office applications.

• Knowledge of business continuity and crisis management.

• Ability to handle and maintain high level of confidentiality.

• Willingness to travel frequently, including overnight travel (must posses a current and valid drivers license).

Competitive salary and benefits package.

To apply submit resume and salary history.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for understanding all aspects of the netting and settlement function, power resource scheduling, power billing and revenue meter data acquisition activities and be able to back-up the manager when required.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related area, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• Ten (10) years of experience with an electric utility in planning, operations and utility contract negotiations. Experience organizing and coordinating the work of others would be beneficial.

• Demonstrated expertise in the use of computer applications and software for power system analysis.

• Ability to apply engineering theory and principles to energy contracts and rate design.

• Working and detailed knowledge of metering systems and their application to revenue interchange and control boundary metering.

• General knowledge of contract law.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for leading projects in the development and maintenance of PassPort applications software for business and engineering functions in a client/server environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems or related area or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• Eight (8) years of progressive applications development programming experience in a medium to large computer system and client/server environment.

• Extensive knowledge of application development, support and maintenance including business, engineering and/or operations, and programming methodology, procedures and concepts.

• Extensive knowledge of Oracle client/server applications development tools, report writers and database. Extensive knowledge of computer operating systems including Windows, UNIX, and/or Windows NT.

• Extensive knowledge of structured system analysis and design methodologies.

• Extensive knowledge of computer network protocols such as TCP/IP, SQL*net, LAT, and related protocols.

• Electric utility experience desired.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disable/Veteran

Responsible for appraising and evaluating the adequacy and effective application of administrative, accounting, and operating controls for the protection and control of all Association assets, and for preparing reports to Management and the Board of Directors.

• Bachelor's degree in management, accounting, finance, computer science or related area, or equivalent combination of experience and/or education.

• Six (6) years of accounting experience or four (4) years of auditing experience. Public accounting auditing experience desired.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or advanced education degree is desired.

• Assists in complex and special audits of Association activities and various external companies and conducts routine audits without direct supervision.

• Prepares audit outlines, performs audit fieldwork, evaluates and analyzes audit results, prepares oral and written summaries, and provides input to, or writes, the final audit report for Management and the Board of Directors.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Position is based in Lost Canyon, Co which is near Cortez, CO in the southwestern part of the state.

Responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of high voltage substations.

Position is based in Lost Canyon, Co which is near Cortez, CO in the southwestern part of the state.

Responsible for assisting with the Operations and Maintenance of HV substation favilities.

Position is based in Lost Canyon, Co which is near Cortez, CO in the southwestern part of the state.

• Must have a satisfactory work record.

• Must have passed or be able to pass prior to accepting the position:

  a) TABE Reading

  b) SRA Mechanical Comprehension tests

  AND

  Must successfully complete the "Technical Pre-qualification" test with a 75% or better score

• Must have and maintain, or be able to obtain within 180 days, a valid Colorado Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker endorsement, to include NO/Tractor/Trailer and, no Air Brake restrictions. A "Hazmat" endorsement is required if assigned to a permanent position in a location requiring it.

• First Aid and CPR card or ability to obtain.

• Must be willing to accept overnight travel up to 75% of working time.

• Must reside within a 60 minute response time to the base location.

• Willingness to work around high voltages and to climb steel structures at various heights.

• Must be willing and able to work extra and irregular hours as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance, operation and installation and modification of line, telecommunication and substation equipment.

(Requirements listed below are for a Journey Level Technician. Applicants with less education and experience will be considered for Apprentice level positions; Technician I-IV)

• Six (6) years of combined education and experience in the electrical and electronic field. This would consist of:

  a. The equivalent of technical training received in an Associate Degree Program in Electronics Engineering Technology with advanced studies in industrial electrical and electromechanical controls and digital systems control logic;

  AND

  b. Four (4) years of practical experience and/or be able to demonstrate knowledge in maintenance of industrial electrical electro-mechanical electronic control equipment which must include:

  Two (2) years and/or the equivalent knowledge of electric power substation apparatus maintenance experience involving testing of power transformers, testing and repairing of power circuit breakers and electrical insulation system testing and repair.

  Two (2) years and/or the equivalent knowledge of practical experience in testing, calibrating and repairing protective relay devices and revenue meters;

  AND

  c. Must be capable of satisfactorily interpreting electrical schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams and control logic.

• Be able to exercise judgment in frequently making decisions and regularly directing a group or workers.

• Willingness to travel up to 75% of working time, including overnight travel.

• Have knowledge of the layout and characteristics of Tri State's system and conventions used throughout the electric power industry.

• Must reside within a 60 minute response time of the base location.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Position is located at Sidney, NE, (Apparatus Technician)

Responsibilities may vary depending on level of experience, which may range from Technician I - Apprentice to Journey Level. Responsibilities include the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of high voltage substations.

(Requirements listed below are for a Journey Level Technician. Applicants with less education and experience will be considered for Apprentice level positions; Technician I-IV)

Responsible for assisting the Tax Administrator in the preparation, research and analysis of all tax activities.

• Associate Degree in a business related discipline or equivalent experience.

• Five (5) years of progressive related experience in accounting or related field.

• Knowledge of accounting and taxes.

• Preparation of all sales and use tax returns and related reports and bank reconciliations.

• Establish and maintain sales and use tax files and records.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for leased and purchased telecommunications services at both HQ and field facilities.

• Six (6) years of combined education and experience in the telecommunications and networking field. This would consist of:

  a. The equivalent of technical training in an Associate Degree program in Electronics Engineering Technology or Telecommunications with advanced studies in data communications and telephone systems including PABX system administration.

  b. Four (4) years of practical experience and/or be able to demonstrate knowledge in maintenance of electronic and digital data communications, digital systems and networking equipment which must include:

  . Three (2) years of practical experience and/or the equivalent knowledge in the administration and/or maintenance of medium to large PABXs.

  . Two (2) years of experience within the field of telecommunications, consisting of experience with LAN/WAN hardware and software, cabling and wiring systems, and fiber optics.

• Ability to evaluate alternatives and make decisions about the cost effectiveness of purchases for services and equipment and to effectively negotiate with vendors is preferred.

• Must be familiar with IP network configuration and IP network management.

• Must be competent with PC programs, applications, and hardware.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for preventive and corrective maintenance of Telecom and EMS field equipment.

(Journey Level Requirements)
• Associates degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent education and/or experience.

• Four (4) years experience in maintaining electronic telecom and digital systems including two-way radio, telephone systems, fiber optic systems, digital and analog microwave radio systems and carrier systems.

• Experience with digital remote terminal units, LAN/WAN hardware and software, and microprocessors and computer systems.

• Willingness to travel including overnight.

• Must reside within a 60 minute response time to the base location.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Male/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for planning, developing and conducting training courses specific to the operation and maintenance of the transmission system.

• Associates degree in electrical or electronics technology, telecommunications or closely related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Seven to ten years of experience in a responsible position covering the phases of transmission operation and maintenance work including experience with telecommunications facilities and equipment.

• Thorough knowledge of company construction standards, work practices, safety rules, transmission equipment, and OSHA rules and regulations that apply to transmission operations and maintenance.

• Knowledge of training development, including instructional methods and training aids.

• Ability to effectively use and apply computer and Information System programs and materials to the training functions.

• Ability to effectively conduct a classroom setting, and prepare and present written, visual and audio aids.

• Ability to organize, plan and coordinate work.

• Experience with labor agreements.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for providing technical support for the Transmission Maintenance Manager and the Superintendents. Recommends process improvements and assists with analyzing, optimizing, and coordinating maintenance activities.

• Five (5) years of combined education and experience in management of field maintenance activities. This would consist of:

  a. The equivalent of technical training received in an associate degree program in electric utility maintenance technology and project management linked to the electric utility industry.

  AND

  b. Two (2) years of practical experience and/or be able to demonstrate knowledge of installations, modifications and maintenance of electric utility transmission related facilities (i.e. lines, substations, telecommunications equipment) as follows:

  Two (2) years or the equivalent knowledge of journey level responsibilities in one or more of the three disciplines.

• Extensive knowledge of transmission maintenance materials, tools, equipment, as well as construction and maintenance standards and practices.

• Knowledge of application and utilization of personal computers and graphing techniques.

• Ability to plan and organize the work of others.

• Willingness to accept overnight travel up to 20 percent of working time. (Possession of a valid driver's license or ability to obtain.)

• Must reside within a 60 minute response time of the base location.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for the project management of transmission capital projects including transmission lines, substations, telecommunication facilities and joint participation projects by the effective coordination of resources both internal and external to support the timely and efficient completion of transmission system additions and modifications.

• BS/BA in Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline.

• Eight (8) years experience as project engineer or project manager for electric transmission capital projects.

• Extensive experience and knowledge of project management techniques as applied to electric transmission projects.

• Experience and knowledge of MS Project software applications.

• General knowledge of system planning, environmental, permitting, engineering, operations, contracting and construction disciplines as they apply to transmission projects.

• Working knowledge of RUS requirements for funding of transmission capital additions and improvements.

• Working knowledge of interconnected transmission systems and industry standards, practices and regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Responsible for performing routine and emergency switching on the transmission system. Monitoring transmission system parameters, such as voltages, line and transformer loads and taking corrective actions as required. 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 appropriate NERC Reliability Standards.

This position is not a System Operator Trainee position. It is an entry-level position for a System Operator having a minimum of 4 years subtransmission/distribution experience. In this position the Transmission System Operator must work with a Senior System Operator on shift.

• Completion of at least one (1) year as a Tri State System Operator Trainee Program or an equivalent level of experience on an interconnected electrical system.

• 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.

• Must be NERC Certified before assuming the duties of a Transmission System Operator and must maintain certification through completion of required continuing education hours.

Competitive salary and benefits package, including relocation assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran