Job Description:

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is about more than power. We’re about the power of relationships. Our employees have the opportunity to work together to ensure electricity is delivered reliably and affordably to the millions of people living in our service territory. We have been voted one of Arkansas’ Best Places to work by Arkansas Business and we are looking for a member of our team who is passionate about our mission to keep the lights on!

We have a core ideology here at SPP that we stand by: Do the right thing, for the right reason, in the right way.

We believe in supporting our employees through a fantastic benefits package:

• Competitive pay with bonus opportunities


• Excellent insurance package including three great medical plans to choose from, employer-paid short-term disability, long


• term disability, and life insurance


• Relocation assistance


• Flexible working environment for positions that are eligible where employees have the flexibility to work from home and come in where collaborative in person work is needed.


• Fantastic contributions to your retirement through a 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits and a defined benefit plan fully funded by SPP

Join our dynamic IT Corporate Applications as a Programmer Developer I or II!

Where you'll lead the charge in developing, supporting, and maintaining crucial computer applications and databases that power Southwest Power Pool's daily operations and services. Picture yourself at the forefront of innovation, researching, designing, and meticulously documenting systems and applications while actively seeking out opportunities to automate and streamline departmental processes.

Your main responsibility will be to prioritize Facilities and Security, our foremost clients. Envision yourself as the diligent overseer of our physical security and surveillance systems, ensuring their continuous top-notch performance. You'll delve into custom applications, refining code to eliminate bugs and implement impactful enhancements.

This role is your chance to make a tangible impact. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to revolutionizing security technology and operational efficiency.

To be successful as our Programmer Developer, we're looking for: 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, related field, or equivalent work experience


• Level II: Three (3) years’ experience of Information Technology Development/Support experience


• Level I: No experience required


• Effective working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Unix or Linux operating systems, application development and support, and database management systems


• Proficient in one or more modern programming languages


• Effective troubleshooting, problem solving, and analytical skills


• Effective written and oral communication skills


• Effective working knowledge of SDLC and project life cycle methods and practices


• Good customer service and organization skills


• Understanding of compliance with and enforcement of SPP Policies and Procedures 

Preferred:

• Two (2) or more years applicable utility industry experience


• Proficiency as a Java programmer or in another object-oriented language, with a strong motivation to master Java


• Knowledgeable in network and firewall components and configurations, adept at installing, upgrading, and developing applications spanning multiple network segments


• Familiarity with databases, particularly MS SQL and Oracle

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Position Location:

This is a hybrid position with a requirement for a minimum of 2-3 days onsite in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of workweek are Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Working extended hours may be required. 

This role includes a 24/7 on-call rotation. You can anticipate being on call for our most critical applications for one week every 6-7 weeks, requiring availability around the clock.

Travel Requirement:

This position requires moderate travel (approximately 10%).

Should you elect to apply for this position SPP will review your qualifications and if after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email.

Southwest Power Pool is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other protected category.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines “reasonable accommodation” as a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job, and does not cause an undue hardship for the employer. SPP adheres to the ADA and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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