Under general direction of the Electric Utility Director, performs detailed analytical work in support of a variety of Electric Utility projects and programs including electric rate development, energy supply and delivery analysis, detailed financial and rate analysis; participates in special studies in support of Electric Utility business; exhibits excellent judgment and decision-making regarding policies and procedures; collaborates with management and co-workers in providing consultation services in areas of Electric Utility expertise; and other related duties as required.
These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The examples of work performed are neither restricted to nor all-encompassing of the duties to be performed under this job title.
- Gather, compile, tabulate, analyze and report statistical customer billing/usage information.
- Provide day-to-day support to other divisions regarding rates, data gathering and analysis, budgeting, and project management.
- Work with metering and billing personnel, as needed, to calculate customer account corrections.
- Review and confirm calculations associated with monthly large commercial bill processing and customer self-generation.
- Perform validation and auditing of customer rate class assignments and recommend re-assignment in accordance with approved rate schedules.
- Assist in the development of utility rates; monitor revenue and rate schedule performance.
- Develop an in-depth level understanding of the Utility system operation, including generation, transmission and distribution assets, planning requirements and compliance obligations.
- Research and compile data related to other electric utilities and prepare related reports.
- Research, analyze, and make recommendations regarding proposed legislation, regulatory changes, power supply contracts, energy transactions, and current trends that affect the City's position in the energy market.
- Gather data and prepare State and Federal compliance reports.
- Prepare and present staff reports for City Council, boards, and commissions.
- Assist with budget preparation and financial planning by compiling data, preparing and creating financial models and forecasts, and preparing financial reports.
- Perform complex technical and economic analyses; review and create a variety of documents and reports.
- Perform related work as required.
Knowledge and Skills:- Data analysis techniques, including technical, statistical and financial as it relates to electric utility data.
- Technical and professional business writing procedures and techniques.
- Electric utility operating practices and procedures.
- Principles and practices of mathematical and statistical analysis and modeling.
- Principles and practices of budget preparation and public administration.
- Research techniques and documentation methods.
Ability to:- Create and use excel models and computer applications to analyze large, complex sets of data.
- Identify and interpret technical and numerical information.
- Prepare and give presentations; administer budgets; communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Interpret laws, regulations, and policies.
- Maintain record-keeping systems.
- Operate a variety of standard and specialized equipment and software.
- Travel to out-of-town meetings, occasionally with overnight stays.
Education and Experience:Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and ability is qualifying. A typical combination is:
- Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a highly analytical field, such as engineering, finance, economics, accounting, science, or mathematics.
- Three years of professional experience involving exposure to multiple facets of electric utility rates and business practices; utility billing operation systems; working with databases, spreadsheets and other software applications as it relates to data compilation and analysis for a public agency. Knowledge of Tyler Munis, Electric Utility billing and metering is highly desirable.
Necessary Special Requirements:- Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License.
Working Conditions:- Primarily office environment with some outside site visits and occasionally out-of-town/overnight travel, generally driving a car.
- Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, and walking over uneven ground for prolonged periods of time.
- Using various office equipment, including a computer screen, keyboard, and telephone.
- Lifting up to 30 pounds.
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