Senior Power Resource Planning Analyst

Tacoma Power Management is seeking a talented and driven individual to join its Power Resource Modeling team. As a Senior Power Resource Planning Analyst, you will contribute to running and developing our Python-based modeling codebase used for energy planning, risk management, and optimization. Your work will advance Tacoma Power’s ability to provide reliable and affordable energy, manage risks, and optimize power resources.

In a time of rapid change for electric utilities driven by emerging technologies, evolving policies, and shifting market dynamics your insights will help guide the future of energy at Tacoma Power. Your contributions will play a vital role in ensuring Tacoma Power can continue to deliver low-cost, reliable power to its customers well into the future.

Please note: The Resource Planning & Analytics team currently has two positions open. This position is at the senior level, while the other is at the principal level (Principal Power Resource Planning Analyst). You must apply to each position individually to be considered for both.

In this role you will:

• Perform model runs. Manage model input and output data. Critically review and interpret model results. 
• Develop and maintain modeling code including statistical/ machine learning models, linear optimization models, and heuristic-based models, which are used for simulations and forecasting. Evaluate models and quantify uncertainty.
• Visualize and present results to decision-makers. Participate in modeling team meetings and group planning sessions. Communicate with team members about progress and challenges.
• Update and improve the model codebase through GitHub. Troubleshoot, develop, test, and document code.

Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, economics, statistics, mathematics or directly related field

Minimum Experience*
2 years of experience in statistical analysis, forecasting, or financial/operational modeling

*Relevant education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
Some positions may require individuals to complete annual training and pass a comprehensive personal risk assessment (background check) prior to employment and every five years thereafter as required by federal regulatory requirements (NERC-CIP)

Desired Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong investigative and exploratory skills

• Experience with scientific programming (e.g., Python, R, Git etc.)

• Advanced degree in a technical field such as Operations Research, Power Systems, Data Science, Statistics, Engineering, or Economics.

• Ability to present technical information clearly and concisely

Apply

All interested individuals must   apply online and attach a resume and cover letter that includes major responsibilities and accomplishments related to the position.

Appointment is subject to references and passing a background check.

A Commitment to Equity & Diversity
At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.

If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.

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

Compensation & Benefits
Pay Details: 
Annual Salary: $105,643.20 - $148,740.80

 
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