Tacoma Power’s Power Management Customer Energy Solutions (CES) section is looking for a Data Analyst, Principal to join their team. This role is responsible for critical data analysis and regulatory compliance reporting of energy conservation and renewable energy to state and federal authorities. In this role you will utilize your advanced analytical skills to assist senior managers in accomplishing Tacoma Power’s strategic energy conservation and renewable energy reporting goals and initiatives. This role coordinates with senior managers on development, reporting and necessary monitoring of CES’ $10-$12 million capital incentive, the $10+ million operational biennial budgets and the recoupment of Tacoma Power’s funds BPA Energy Efficiency Incentive $7.5 million.

Responsibilities include:

• Analyzes, documents, reports and tracks all acquisition of Business and Residential energy conservation savings for meeting Public Utility Board approved conservation targets to meet compliance requirements of RCW 19.285 Washington’s Energy Independence Act (EIA I937)
• Performs detailed analysis of project energy savings and achievements to meet BPA Implementation Manual requirements and prepares invoices using complex tools in order for Power to receive its rate period allocation of Energy Conservation Incentive funding ($7.5 million)
• Compiles, reconciles and reports the project savings accomplishments annually to the Department of Commerce and periodically to BPA
• Coordinates EIA documentation and compliance in cooperation with the Washington State Auditor’s Office and BPA
• Serves on ad hoc state and federal teams to enhance energy conservation and renewable energy reporting and security
• Organizes CES program data to provide detailed monthly accomplishment and budget reservation reports, metrics and forecasts for CES business, residential, mobility and green energy programs for managers and program staff
• Responds to external and internal inquiries regarding program costs and energy savings
• Acquires and analyzes customer demographic and energy data necessary for program development
• Assists in data acquisition for CES 20 Updated: 01/2023 two-year conservation plan and Power’s 10-year conservation potential assessment
• Coordinates the ability of business owners/customer to acquire billing/consumption data for successful EnergyStar Portfolio Manager preparation to meet Washington’s Clean Buildings Law requirements
• Serves as CES budget lead to prepare and monitor detailed biennial capital, staffing and operational budgets
• Coordinates with CES managers and staff to analyze and develop budgetary business cases to meet CES compliance targets and strategic goals
• Serves as Power Management’s representative on Power Capital Steering Committee to allocate $160- $180 million in biennial capital requests
• Develops capital budget requests and works with CES managers to successfully utilize allocated capital resources
• Serves as CES contact with City of Tacoma Finance to organize payment files, expenditures and corrections as needed

Minimum Education*
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics or directly related field, such as Business Administration.

Minimum Experience*
4 years of experience in statistical analysis, data modeling or data analytics including 1 year prior lead experience.

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

Desired Qualifications

• Proficiency building Tableau Dashboards
• Experience writing complex SQL queries
• Successful candidates will display a passion for data, curiosity, high observation skills, and a high degree of thoroughness

This recruitment is being managed by Elise Drennen if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn! 

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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.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.

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

Tacoma Power
Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve more than 180,000 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.

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.

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If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400.