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Senior Energy Efficiency Research Analyst

Salary

$99,819.20 - $140,566.40 Annually

Location

Tacoma, WA

Job Type

Non-Classified

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

T0200-24

Department

Power

Opening Date

06/04/2024

Closing Date

7/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

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Position Description

Tacoma Power Management is seeking a talented and driven individual to join its Resource Planning & Analytics team. As an Energy Efficiency Research Analyst, you will help navigate Tacoma Power’s path into the future through rigorous qualitative and quantitative analysis of customer energy programs. This is a time of unprecedented change for electric utilities. New technologies, clean energy policies and changing markets are shifting the energy landscape and presenting new opportunities and challenges for utilities. Despite all of these changes, one thing remains constant: Tacoma Power will need to make sure it can keep the lights on and keep rates low. Your work will be instrumental in ensuring that we can continue to provide customers with clean, low-cost and reliable power for years to come, regardless of what the future holds.

In this role you will:

• Design research studies: Employ advanced knowledge of statistical methodologies and rigorous evaluation techniques to develop evaluation designs and data collection strategies (survey design, etc.).

• Analyze data: Use code-based statistical language to filter, clean and analyze data from a variety of internal and external data sources. Provide meaningful explanation of results.

• Conduct economic analysis: Using findings from statistical analyses, conduct economic analysis to inform recommendations.

• Advise: Serve as subject matter expert within areas of expertise and provide technical guidance and support to team and staff in other groups. Present findings and recommendations to internal staff, executives and public utility board.

• Collaborate: Work closely with program implementers. Contribute your ideas to the team. Participate in discussions in regional forums.

Qualifications

Minimum Education*

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics or directly related field such as Finance or Business Administration.

Minimum Experience*

2 years of experience in statistical analysis, forecasting, or financial/operational modeling.

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements

None

*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Knowledge & Skills

Desired Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong investigative and exploratory skills

• Experience with script-based data analysis tools (Python, R, etc.)

• Ability to present technical information clearly and concisely

• Advanced degree in Economics, Finance, Data Science, Statistics, Engineering or related field

• Previous experience successfully leading research projects and/or impact evaluations

• Excellent writing and communication skills

• Knowledge of energy efficiency, demand response and/or energy policy is helpful but not necessary

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

Tacoma Power

Tacoma Power (https://www.linkedin.com/company/tacoma-power/) is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 170,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town.

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Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.

Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.

Please note: We are not an E-Verify employer.

Communication from the City of Tacoma:

We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.

If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591-5400 before 5pm on the closing date.

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

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Do you have a bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics or directly related field such as Finance or Business Administration? *Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

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  One of the City's Principles that guide us is equity. In detail, describe any opportunities you have participated in to increase your knowledge of equity, inclusion or diversity. What have you learned and how have you worked to bring awareness/change towards bias and equity in the workplace?

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Address

Human Resources Department 747 Market Street Tacoma, Washington, 98402-3764

Phone

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Website

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