Do you have a knack for taking new and innovative ideas and converting them into financially viable business cases? If so, this job might be the one for you!

What you will do:

• Share in travel and relationship development with the Innovations Team Manager.
• Research and monitor new technology.
• Quickly digest and synthesize new concepts, data, and ideas to create plausible solutions for approval.
• Network internally and externally to push innovative ideas forward.
• Act as project manager for solutions and innovations.

What you bring:

• Ability to take an idea from concept to implementation.
• Financial acumen to determine financial viability of ideas.
• Ability and comfort in working a room and networking with vendors and partners.
• Desire to travel when needed.

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Position Description

The Innovations Team Supervisor will play a key leadership role in supporting organizational objectives and providing innovative solutions to meet both internal and external customer service needs. He or she will support the development, implementation and management of programs for the following three Unisource Energy Corporation subsidiary companies: 1) Tucson Electric Power (TEP); 2) Unisource Electric (UNSE); 3) Unisource Gas (UNSG). The Supervisor will be an employee of TEP, based in Tucson, AZ. They will provide direction and support for TEP, UNSG and UNSE. The Supervisor’s duties include daily support and supervision of Program Managers, Program Coordinators, Implementation Contractors (IC), and support staff for program and services implementation. Responsible for management of goals related to all programs and services, including product and services promotion, participation, initiatives, budgets, and identification of program changes that are necessary. The Supervisor will ensure the programs they oversee create sufficient value to the organization and is responsible for the direct sale of tariff and non-tariff products and services. The Supervisor will also provide guidance for media campaigns including internet, television, radio, and print as well as speaking at community events.

Position-Related Responsibilities

• Assist with the development, prioritization, and management of innovative solution programs and services to ensure program goals and milestones are met.
• Develop program goals that are clearly identified and aligned with utility objectives and communicate those to team members. Assist other program managers as needed with the development of annual program implementation and budget plans.
• Promotes and support programs and services for TEP, UNS Electric, and UNS Gas to all stakeholders. Gains commitment from stakeholders to participate in and support available programs. Negotiates and develops written contracts for participants as necessary.
• Develops and supervises use of pricing and accounting methods to assure proper accounting and cost recovery for assigned programs and services to assure defined value contribution is realized. Assists with process development and manages monthly compliance reports as required for all assigned programs and services.
• Works closely with Manager or Director, other Supervisors, other Managers, and any other departmental stakeholders to coordinate efforts and achieve departmental goals.
• Ensures staff is accurately managing and maintaining client relationships, contracts, and budgets and for all programs and services.
• Will have primary responsibility for medium to large projects as the project manager.
• Will work with Management to coordinate more complex projects with internal departments and outside contractors. 
• Will meet with other companies or organizations regarding program management and ensure TEP, UNSE & UNSG are appropriately represented.
• Clearly communicate program goals to all internal and external stakeholders.
• Strive for administrative and operational efficiency while ensuring excellent and sound decision making.
• Ensure the integrity of program costs and savings through oversight and review of savings estimates, benefit-cost screenings, and contractor database management. Prepares analytical reports to measure the success of assigned programs and makes adjustments as necessary.
• Develop and manage annual Programs and Services budgets for TEP, UNSE and UNSG.
• Provide regular reports to management on the status of each program or service.Identifies opportunities and develops broad-based partnerships with diverse stakeholders (e.g. local governments, business organizations, nonprofit organizations, etc.) who may be integral to program and service delivery.
• Responds to questions from regulatory agencies such as the Arizona Corporation Commission.
• Effectively communicates with management, peers, and stakeholders regarding marketing and implementation of programs and services.
• Develop expert knowledge and understanding of TEP’s and UES’ Commission approved Rules & Regulations, Standards, company policies, and tariffs.
• Assist in the preparation of regulatory reports and testimony in support of products and services required for regulatory purposes (AZ EE Standards, Rate Cases) for TEP and UES.
• Represent the Company at Commission Open Meetings, Workshops, and planning processes relative to Innovation team activities for TEP and UES.
• Have in-depth knowledge of market segments, trends, challenges, and opportunities in order to address the needs of customers. Stay current on best practices and new technologies/developments through participation in key committees or Boards, monitoring of relevant websites, regular travel to local, regional and/or national conferences and workshops, and periodicals.
• Motivate, manage, and coordinate Company resources in meeting the needs of customers.

This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

(Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.)