Energy Efficiency Analyst

Title: Energy Efficiency Analyst

Location: Spokane, WA, United States

Job Category: Quality

Requisition Number: ENERG005622

Full-Time

Mission WA
Spokane, WA 992203727, USA

Job Description:

Job Description

Independent contributor within the Energy Efficiency Analytics team tasked with solving complex energy efficiency planning and analytic challenges. Analysts prepare complex cost-effectiveness models for electric and natural gas measures utilizing cost tests required by state regulators. Responsibilities include building and maintaining complex quantitative, statistical, financial, and economic models to meet existing and future energy efficiency savings targets. Provide analyses and input into the Company's conservation potential assessments for the electric and/or natural gas integrated resource planning processes. Monitor, calculate, model, and report kwh and therm savings and Demand Side Management (DSM) tariff balances for Company and other regulatory filings; prepare analyses, documentation, and drafts testimony and respond to data requests in support of regulatory filings. Supports Energy Efficiency program managers and engineers in acquisition and reporting of data related to efficiency programs. Participate in the development and review of contracts through Requests for Proposals (RFP) or other processes. Supports energy efficiency, and demand response efforts to determine acquisition goals and program development.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for evaluating and measuring actual results against energy efficiency measure projections.

• Participates in the identification of cost-effective conservation measures and development of conservation plans.

• Works with third-party evaluators in the verification of recorded conversation measure savings.

• Provides analytical support to the Energy Efficiency department.

• Develops and maintains analytic models in support of energy efficiency programs and reporting.

Requirements

Associate Energy Efficiency Analyst:

• Bachelor's degree required from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university in Finance, Economics, Operations Research, Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics, Data Analytics or related field.

• Requires basic understanding of financial analysis, statistics, and accounting including intermediate-level spreadsheet and database skills.

• Effective and flexible written and verbal communication skills required.

• Ability to successfully develop and manage relationships at all levels of the organization and influence a variety of stakeholders required.

• The ability to be a self-starter and work hands-on with own initiative to accomplish objectives and learn on the job.

• The ability to think critically, analyze and communicate technical information to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.

• 2 years' experience strongly preferred including demonstrated knowledge of a portion of the following fields: financial and economic analyses, cost-effectiveness analyses, evaluation, measurement & validation, rate case proceedings, electric and natural gas demand side management, project finance, and engineering economics.

• Familiarity with computer programming languages (e.g., R, Visual Basic, and/or Python) and visualization software (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI) preferred.

• Familiarity with data management (i.e., spreadsheet, R, Visual Basic, Python) and database skills (including SQL) preferred.

• Knowledge of optimization and risk analysis is preferred.

Hiring Range: $68,027 to $87,754

Energy Efficiency Analyst:

• Bachelor's degree required from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university in Finance, Economics, Operations Research, Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics, Data Analytics or related field.

• Three (3) years' experience as an Associate Energy Efficiency Analyst, or related field.

• Requires working knowledge of financial analysis, statistics, and accounting including intermediate-level spreadsheet and database skills.

• Demonstrated knowledge of most of the following fields required: financial and economic analyses, cost-effective calculations for jurisdictions/fuels/sectors, Demand Side Management (DSM) program modeling, data acquisition and reporting in CIS databases, invoice coding.

• Competent data management (i.e., spreadsheet, R, Visual Basic, Python) and database skills (including SQL) are required.

• Ability to successfully develop and manage relationships at all levels of the organization and influence a variety of stakeholders required.

• Ability to be a self-starter and work hands-on with own initiative to accomplish objectives and bring new business concepts, analyses, and strategies to the peer group.

• The ability to think critically, analyze and communicate technical information to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.

• Advanced organizational skills to effectively plan, manage, and execute on multiple priorities with deadlines

• An understanding of and experience in tariff ratemaking, finance, economics, engineering knowledge as it pertains to measures and their applicability and knowledge of rate schedules is preferred.

• An understanding of electricity and natural gas demand side management program implementors and the key players in the Northwest preferred.

• Experience with visualization software programs (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) preferred.

• Knowledge of avoided cost calculations preferred.

• Experience with developing, submitting, and evaluating requests for proposals preferred.

Hiring Range: $88,336 to $114,838

Senior Energy Efficiency Analyst includes all the requirements above plus:

• Bachelor's degree required from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university in Finance, Economics, Operations Research, Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics, or related field.

• Five (5+) plus years' experience as an Energy Efficiency Analyst, or related field.

• Demonstrated expert level in technical skills of an Energy Efficiency analyst.

• Advanced analytical and communication skills (both verbal and written) to comprehend, interpret, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

• Demonstrated thought leader and innovator within the field.

• Recognized expert within and outside of the Company with significant contributions to the business and field.

Hiring Range: $100,378 to $131,496

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Hybrid work options are available for this role. The successful candidate will be required to work at our Spokane Washington Headquarters at least 3 days per week including Mondays and Tuesdays with additional day(s) determined by the manager.

To Apply

We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have multiple levels to account for an incoming employee's various knowledge, skills, and experience.

Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitting your application for review. No documents can be attached after you click "Submit".

Total Rewards

At Avista, our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication drives the value we deliver to our customers and communities. That's why we prioritize the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our team members and their families.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to support every stage of life and career. Our offerings include:

• Affordable healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match
• Incentive programs rewarding performance and contributions
• Competitive paid time off including holidays, personal days, and vacation
• Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind
• Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health
• Education and development support including tuition assistance
• Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact
• Other optional benefits from Legal insurance, Pet insurance, and more (Eligibility subject to Bargaining Unit affiliation)

We are committed to maintaining a competitive and equitable total rewards package that attracts and retains a diverse, skilled, and engaged workforce.

In compliance with state laws, we provide the full salary range for each position, along with the typical hiring range based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The full salary range for this position is $68,027 to $162,614. 

Pre-employment screening requirements

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.

Avista's Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.

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