Senior Business Specialist- Wildfire Mitigation

POWER YOUR GREATNESS PacifiCorp is seeking customer‑centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability, inclusion and belonging. Date: Jul 8, 2026 Location: PORTLAND, OR, 97232 Company: PacifiCorp General Purpose Provides advice and counsel to management and client organizations in the development of Wildfire Mitigation Plans. Conducts special studies and analyses, develops alternatives, presents recommendations to management and influences management decisions. Researches, analyzes, develops and implements new strategies, programs, and/or processes in response to changing internal and external conditions. Responsibilities Promote a customer‑first culture and commit to delivering outstanding results for customers. Develop wildfire mitigation plans that accurately communicate the Company’s plans and expected outcomes and ensure that all regulatory requirements are met. Elicit information from internal stakeholders to document in wildfire mitigation plans. Gather and analyze critical information (regulatory requirements, demographics, condition, costs, lifecycle) from various sources. Audit business system data and examine actuals against targets. Analyze business processes, conduct special studies, develop alternatives and present recommendations to management and influence management decisions. Report complex information in simple terms, and communicate throughout the organization. Research and analyze relevant data, evaluate complex situations, develop creative alternatives, provide recommendations, and negotiate and influence outcomes. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. A minimum of seven years’ experience in an applicable field directly related to position responsibilities. Advanced communication and interpersonal skills to interface with team members and internal and external stakeholders to promote positive outcomes. Experience reading and interpreting regulatory rules and guidelines for subject matter experts. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills involving the ability to establish trust, maintain confidence, and understand social behavior and interactions. Ability to work with all organizational levels to influence actions and negotiate outcomes. Proficient with the use of personal computers and spreadsheets to gather, analyze, and summarize data. Project management and leadership skills, including the ability to work as a team member, to maintain project timelines, budgets, and deliver on commitments. Knowledge of research, analysis and consulting techniques, Company policies, procedures, practices, and applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations. Preferences Previous utility experience. Previous experience writing utility regulatory filings such as Wildfire Mitigation Plan, General Rate Cases, Integrated Resource Plan, Distribution System Plan, or Clean Energy Plan. Previous supervisory or lead experience. Experience guiding and creating reporting processes. The ability to manage stakeholder relationships. Benefits At PacifiCorp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about your physical health — your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle. Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and savings option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For non‑union, PacifiCorp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute. Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance. Tuition Assistance. Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City offices. Work Life Balance Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) — time off varies by employee type (Union or Non‑Union). Paid short‑term disability leave and long‑term disability insurance. Paid Parental Leave. Paid Bereavement Leave. Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing. For more information, please visit: Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation. PacifiCorp is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Unless otherwise required by law, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening including for marijuana. While marijuana is legal in several states, including Oregon, a positive test for positions in Oregon may disqualify a candidate. The company complies with the laws of Washington and California and only obtains and considers positive tests for marijuana in safety‑sensitive positions or those covered by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr