Business Analyst Per Hour Contract Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Posting End Date

09-04-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

The Business Analyst provides market, financial and utility industry analysis for developing business unit strategic initiatives. Benchmark the applicable business unit's organizational performance with both non-utility and utility organizations. Provide data to monitor the competitiveness of the applicable business unit and offer solutions to improve the business unit organization's efficiency. Work closely with the business unit management to analyze industry trends and best practices. Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the business unit organization, and with internal and external customers. This work will be completed under general supervision.

Job Description

Note: This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Business Analyst level, with increased educational, skill, experience and certification requirements for higher level Business Analyst Seniors.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze and investigate internal and external market conditions and prepare reports to support recommendations on trends, best practices, etc.
• Identify potential savings opportunities and develop supporting business cases and alternatives to recognize those savings.
• Coordinate the communication of relevant data with the appropriate business unit and also with the other business unit and external contacts.
• Develop reports and perform periodic studies necessary to analyze the business unit's strategic goals to maximize the efficiency of the organization.
• Maintain, interpret and analyze pertinent data and make presentations to internal and external customers.
• Analyze and review business unit contracts/work to assure adherence to contract/work standards and agreements.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Business, Statistics, Finance or related field.
• Work Experience: Bachelor's degree with a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Business Analyst Associate or business case creation, business analysis and benchmarking. OR Associate's degree with a minimum of four (4) years of experience as a Business Analyst Associate or business case creation, business analysis and benchmarking.

Business Analyst Senior Job Summary

The Business Analyst Senior provides market, financial and utility industry analysis for developing business unit strategic initiatives. Benchmark the applicable business unit's organizational performance with both non-utility and utility organizations. Provide data to monitor the competitiveness of the applicable business unit and offer solutions to improve the business unit organization's efficiency. Work closely with the business unit management to analyze industry trends and best practices. Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the business unit organization, and with internal and external customers. This work will be completed under general direction.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze and investigate internal and external market conditions and prepare reports to support recommendations on trends, best practices etc.
• Identify potential savings opportunities and develop supporting business cases and alternatives to recognize those savings.
• Communicate relevant data with the appropriate business unit and with the other business unit and external contacts.
• Develop reports and perform periodic studies necessary to analyze the business unit’s strategic goals to maximize the efficiency of the organization.
• Maintain, interpret and analyze pertinent data and make presentations to internal and external customers.
• Analyze and review business unit contracts/work to assure adherence to contract/work standards and agreements.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Bachelor's or Associates degree in Business, Statistics, Finance or related field.
• Work Experience: Bachelor's degree with a minimum of four (4) years of experience as a Business Analyst Associate or business case creation, business analysis and benchmarking. OR Associates Degree with a minimum of six (6) years of experience as a Business Analyst Associate or business case creation, business analysis and benchmarking.

What You’ll Get

• Standard base pay is: Business Analyst - $63,496-$79,369 /year. Business Analyst Senior - $74,551-$93,189 /year.
• In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade: SP20-005 Compensation Range: $63,496.00 - $93,188.50

Physical Demand Level

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

Company Culture

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

About the Company

At American Electric Power, we provide more than electricity to our millions of customers - we energize possibilities. We're redefining the future of energy by reducing our carbon footprint, empowering the communities we serve and building an engaged, talented workforce. All while delivering the reliable service our customers expect. It's an exciting time in the energy industry. Are you ready to be part of it? We're looking for team members to help create the grid of the future. Learn more about our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive work culture that values different experiences.