Electric Utility Analyst

Public Utility District #1 of Whatcom County - Ferndale, WA - Summary: Assist the District’s Assistant General Manager in supporting District electric utility system planning and operations in a manner that facilitates accomplishment of the District’s strategic goals. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Perform studies and analyses regarding integrated resource planning, power supply, transmission, wholesale rates, power and transmission cost estimating and after the fact reconciliation. Evaluate, revise and update load and/or generation forecasts as required. Prepare and/or assist in the preparation of periodic statistical reports and analysis on power and transmission use and costs. Maintain data bases on District electric system power, transmission capacity and ancillary services contract purchases. Coordinate with customers on end-use generation projects, including renewable energy alternatives. Manage special projects and specific District initiatives, as directed by Assistant General Manager. Perform complex professional analytical work related to planning, evaluating, procuring, administering, and managing the risks associated with the District’s energy resources. Assist in the development and implementation of complex preventative, detective, and compensating electric regulatory compliance controls and best practices for electric utility operations. Participate in District Commission meetings and workshops and conduct presentations for Commissioners, customers and the general public, as directed. Assist in developing, implementing, and managing strategic initiatives related to electric utility operations, consistent with the District Commission’s Strategic Plan. Responsible for special projects, as assigned by Assistant General Manager, including team inter-departmental projects. Must be available to work non-routine and emergency shifts including nights, weekends, holidays and other periods, as required during District emergency operations events. Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant General Manager. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty as defined by the District. The individual must have the desire and ability to develop creative solutions in situations that involve policy complexity and various stakeholders. An enthusiasm for continuing to procure and develop clean energy due to the Districts obligations under CETA and District strategic objectives. The requirements listed both above and below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability that the Electric System Analyst must possess to adequately perform their responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree (B.S., B.A.) in a science, technology, engineering, mathematics or related field obtained from a college or university is a minimum requirement. Equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to or including the requirements and duties as outlined above may be considered. Experience working in a regulatory compliance, auditing, cyber security, or power management capacity would be considered relevant experience. Salary Range: $75,000 - $115,000 DOE Excellent Benefits Package recblid ei0ny627jh7yxmsuti8m68v3tmprr0... - Permanent - Full-time

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