Solutions Analyst, Senior to Consultant

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Xcel Energy is one of the 10 largest electricity and natural gas companies in America. At Xcel Energy, our name underscores our commitment to deliver excellence in energy products and services. Our people make this possible every day by providing the best service, value and information.

We have a challenging and rewarding position in Denver, CO for a:

Solutions Analyst, Senior to Consultant

Successful candidates must have the ability to work directly with customers, solve problems and manage customer expectations in a fast paced, demanding environment. Experience with IT applications and services supporting Energy or Financial Trading is desired. Responsible for analyzing and defining I/T solutions to meet business needs for small projects/applications, and/or assist more senior team members in supporting large projects/applications. Provide input into application and infrastructure area demand by collaborating with customers, business systems partners, outside vendors and other stakeholders to identify customer requirements, assess impact to other data systems, consider available alternatives, compare costs and recommend solutions. May manage process for smaller applications. Typically supports projects/applications of less complexity and/or lower prioritization.

Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline or equivalent work experience is required. Minimum of three years of application support, information technology infrastructure support, or five years of utility experience (in lieu of IT background) supporting corporate applications or support infrastructure. Demonstrated strong acumen in the business area of support or technical areas of the I/T infrastructure. Knowledge of one or more core applications (e.g., HRIS, Accounting, Work Management, Mapping and Design, etc.) or equivalent. Demonstrated strong analytical aptitude and excellence in analysis, documentation and presentation. Advanced communication skills and ability to articulate thoughts and ideas to others (verbal and written) including translating business requirements into technical terms and/or translating technical language into business terminology. Demonstrated experience working well with others in a customer-focused department to deliver both business processes and system functionality in support of business initiatives. Proficient in applicable PC programs and MS-Office tools.

At Xcel Energy we offer a competitive total rewards program including pay, benefits, training and development. We offer a challenging work environment and we value diversity. Apply at www.xcelenergy.com following the career opportunities link and indicating position posting number CE-CO-0250 by April 29, 2008 at 5 p.m. CDT. If unable to apply online, call 1-800-658-9839. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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