Salary Breakdown
Political Scientists
Average
$96,820
ANNUAL
$46.55
HOURLY
Entry Level
$51,450
ANNUAL
$24.74
HOURLY
Mid Level
$95,660
ANNUAL
$45.99
HOURLY
Expert Level
$131,810
ANNUAL
$63.37
HOURLY
Supporting Programs
Political Scientists
Current Available & Projected Jobs
Political Scientists
Top Expected Tasks
Political Scientists
01
Teach political science.
02
Maintain current knowledge of government policy decisions.
03
Develop and test theories, using information from interviews, newspapers, periodicals, case law, historical papers, polls, or statistical sources.
04
Disseminate research results through academic publications, written reports, or public presentations.
05
Advise political science students.
06
Collect, analyze, and interpret data, such as election results and public opinion surveys, reporting on findings, recommendations, and conclusions.
07
Interpret and analyze policies, public issues, legislation, or the operations of governments, businesses, and organizations.
08
Identify issues for research and analysis.
09
Serve on committees.
10
Forecast political, economic, and social trends.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Political Scientists
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Law and Government
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Education and Training
KNOWLEDGE
History and Archeology
KNOWLEDGE
Mathematics
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Active Learning
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Critical Thinking
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Speech Clarity
Job Opportunities
Political Scientists
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Senior Enterprise Resource Planning Analyst - SAP and Ariba
SRP Tempe, AZ 85282Posted about 1 monthSenior Enterprise Resource Planning Analyst - SAP and Ariba
Location:
Tempe, AZ, US
Date: Apr 3, 2025
**Requisition ID** : 18573
**Join us in building a better future for Arizona!**
SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.
**Why Work at SRP**
At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.
SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:
+ Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
+ 401(k) plan with employer matching
+ Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
+ Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
+ Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
+ Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
+ Short and long-term disability plans
+ Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
+ 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking
**Summary**
The ERP Analyst provides comprehensive SAP and Ariba support, including functional, business, and technical assistance to configure, implement, maintain, and upgrade all Ariba modules and SAP MM module. This role is a strategic partner and business liaison in technology decisions, offering ongoing system support and developing integrated IT and business solutions.
**What You'll Do**
**Business Support and Consulting:**
+ Define and drive the adoption of standard processes in Ariba and SAP MM within Supply Chain.
+ Analyze complex, end-to-end business processes across all Supply Chain with a Procurement focus and SAP MM module.
+ Understand the current and future business environment to anticipate and meet business needs using an integrated approach.
+ Propose and influence IT solutions to complex business problems, negotiating requirements and deliverables across multiple stakeholders.
+ Evaluate system customizations to help partners understand the risks and costs, advocating for standard functionalities to reduce future implementation and upgrade costs.
**Functional Analysis:**
+ Identify opportunities to automate and optimize Ariba, SAP MM.
+ Map business requirements to current ECC implementation and future SAP S4 capabilities.
+ Review design and technical specifications for alignment with business solutions.
+ Perform system configuration and conduct quality reviews and testing activities.
**What It Takes To Succeed**
**SAP:**
+ Familiarity with SAP tables and structure.
+ Experience with SAP GUI and documenting integrations.
+ Proficiency in SAP MM.
+ Experience with Hana and S4HANA ERP implementation and upgrades.
+ Understanding of SAP procurement processes and integration impacts with Ariba.
+ SAP certification strongly preferred.
**Ariba:**
+ Strong familiarity with Ariba Guided Sourcing and knowledge of the entire Ariba suite of modules.
+ Understanding of SAP procure to pay processes, including procurement, supplier management, material management, and invoicing.
+ Cloud solution administration and configuration.
+ Ariba certification strongly preferred.
**Other Technical Knowledge:**
+ High level knowledge of OpenText VIM.
+ Analytical skills including SAP SAC, Microsoft PowerBI, and Snowflake.
**Non-Technical Skills:**
+ Ability to interact with both technical and non-technical team members to resolve issues.
+ Effective written and spoken communication with all levels of individual contributors and leadership.
+ Project management experience with small to medium projects.
**Experience**
For a Level 3 (Senior), a minimum of five years of related experience is required (if no degree, nine years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience totaling nine years).
**Education**
A bachelor’s degree related to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.
**Hybrid Workplace**
SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona. We are taking steps to protect the health and well-being of all team members, and by following a number of health and safety protocols, to reduce the risk of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
**Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement**
To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.
**Equal Opportunity Employer Statement**
Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.
**Work Authorization**
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.
**Nearest Major Market:** Phoenix
Employment TypeFull Time
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Asst, R&D Technical Document
Arizona Nutritional Supplements Chandler, AZ 85226Posted about 1 monthDescription
About the Company:
ANS provides industry-leading nutritional solutions to promote health and wellbeing, enabled by a world class team dedicated to service, excellence, quality, and innovation. As an organization we take pride in achieving our objective of “More than Supplements... Solutions”...Safely. We want to be a “solution” through an engaged, accountable and CARING culture.
If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity with a company that offers exceptional benefits packages, then you have come to the right place!
· Most Competitive Pay in the Industry
· 401K Program
· Paid holidays
· Paid Time Off
· Medical/Dental benefits
· Employee and Family Events
· Annual Awards Program
· Best Employee Referral Program
The Opportunity…
· Strong track record of internal promotions
· Comprehensive Training program to encourage promotions
· Detailed Progression model to outline promotional opportunities
· Cross-functional opportunities to multiple different areas in the company
Supports R&D Managers with day to day tasks as needed.
· Follow all company policies and procedures.
· Follow and ensure compliance to quality system and cGMP programs.
· Research of raw materials, allergens, country of origin, sub-ingredient list, vegetarian status, etc.
· Ensure that required Technical Specifications are completed and submitted to the appropriate Salesperson or customer.
· Complete, populate and maintain the Raw Material Specifications, document repository, etc.
· Complete, populate and maintain the Finished Good Specification Sheets (FGSS), document repository, etc.
· Reference and utilize internal and external databases and references to answer customer inquiries.
· Populate and maintain databases as assigned.
· Assists other groups within R&D as directed.
Qualifications:
· Non-supervisory role.
· Must have applicable Associate’s degree or minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
· No certifications or licenses required.
· Must have moderate math skills.
· Moderate reading skills required.
· Must have basic computer skills in MS Office.
· Must have moderate language skills.
· Must have moderate writing skills.
· Must be willing to learn new tasks and procedures.
· Ability to efficiently and effectively perform all essential position duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation without posing a direct safety threat to others or self.
· Maintains a regular and dependable work attendance record with few instances of unplanned and/or unexpected absence
Additional Information
Type of Employee
Direct Hire
Department
R&D
Shift
1st
Seniority LevelSome work experience (up to 5 years, non-manager)
Field of InterestManufacturing
Employment TypeFull Time
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