Enterprise Program Specialist I & II

UNS Energy Corporation, headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, is a subsidiary of Fortis Inc., the largest investor-owned electric and gas distribution utility in Canada. Our public utility subsidiaries, Tucson Electric Power Company, UNS Electric, Inc. and UNS Gas, Inc., power our economy by providing electric and gas service to nearly 700,000 customers in Arizona.

We embrace a spirit of giving, dedicated to improving quality of life in the communities we have served for generations, and in TEP's case, since the 1890s. We're building a cleaner, greener grid, with more wind and solar power than ever before, while maintaining safe, reliable, and affordable service.

Our culture is rooted in shared core values that define how we work and who we are. Our team of innovative professionals bring their authentic selves to work each day to power our vision and make a difference.

We create opportunities for employees to thrive through:

• Continual growth: In an industry changing faster than ever before, our commitment to professional growth and leadership development means we never stop challenging ourselves to explore new possibilities.
• Active Engagement: We support a collaborative environment, with peer-to-peer learning and employee-driven groups that foster an inclusive culture.
• Total compensation: UNS Energy Corporation also offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes a 401k plan with a generous company match and additional non-discretionary employer contribution for eligible employees, affordable individual and family health insurance plans, tuition assistance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance and much more.

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Position Description & Responsibilities

A Program Specialist provides foundational support to program managers and project teams by coordinating logistics, maintaining documentation, and assisting with communication and reporting. The Program Specialist is accountable in a matrix relationship to Program Leadership Teams, and reports to the manager of the Enterprise Program Management Team. The Program Specialist works closely with business area Program Managers and Project Managers overseeing and delivering individual projects and programs.

This position will take on leadership roles on small programs and other initiatives that require coordination support. With limited supervision, the Program Specialist collaborates with and supports business area project teams to execute strategic business initiatives. This role requires a strategic thinker who can engage collaboratively with both business and technical stakeholders to define program goals, facilitate execution, and ensure delivery of measurable business value.

Position-Related Responsibilities

Enterprise Program Specialist I

• Serve as the primary coordination point for complex, cross-functional programs.
• Manage interdependencies between projects and ensure alignment with program goals.
• Consolidate reporting, KPI tracking, and communication at the program level.
• Support program financial tracking and vendor coordination.
• Assist in the development of program charters, governance structures, and communication plans.
• Identify risks and support mitigation planning in collaboration with program managers.
• Lead small programs and other initiatives that require coordination.

Enterprise Program Specialist II

• Assist in planning and coordinating program activities across teams and departments.
• Track project timelines, deliverables, and milestones to ensure alignment with goals.
• Support risk management by identifying potential issues and escalating as needed.
• Maintain documentation, reports, and dashboards for program tracking and communication.
• Help facilitate meetings, prepare agendas, and capture action items.
• Communicate updates and progress to stakeholders and team members.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and monitor dependencies.
• Support budget tracking and resource allocation under the guidance of senior managers.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and standard operating procedures.
• Lead medium-sized programs and other initiatives that require coordination.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.)

Enterprise Program Specialist I

• Associate or bachelor's degree in business, communications, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of administrative or coordination experience, preferably in a project or program setting.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration platform.

Enterprise Program Specialist II

• Bachelor's degree required; coursework or certification in project/program management preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in program or project coordination roles.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Pay Rate: Salary determined based on candidates experience and qualifications.

All job offers are contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

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