Comprehensive benefits package including a no-cost option.
Preferred Education:
4 Year Degree
Internal Number: 12369
Applicants are required to submit a combined cover letter and resume in one document. Your cover letter must summarize your interest, education and experience relative to this position. Incomplete materials will not be considered.
To expedite the application process, combine your cover letter and resume into one PDF document before applying and upload electronically when requested in the online application process.
This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED and applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. The first review date for application materials is scheduled for August 5th.
Interested parties are also invited to contact Human Resources at joblist@chelanpud.org to discuss the position.
The hiring range for the Power Business Technology Analyst I will be $71,440 - $89,300, with a maximum opportunity of up to $107,160 with tenure and strong performance.
The hiring range for the Power Business Technology Analyst II will be $89,280 - $111,600, with a maximum opportunity of up to $133,920 with tenure and strong performance.
The hiring range for the Power Business Technology Analyst III will be $104,640 - $130,800, with a maximum opportunity of up to $156,960 with tenure and strong performance.
Introductory Period: New employees holding regular positions must complete an introductory period of twelve months.
Power Business Technology Analyst I
Join our team at Chelan County Public Utility District. As one of the largest hydroelectric generating utilities in the Northwest, our mission at Chelan PUD is to improve the quality of life for the thousands of people who call our pristine desert and mountain community home.
Overview The PBT (Power Business Technology) Analyst I supports this District by analyzing, developing and implementing a portfolio of integrated software systems, applications, processes and complex data models used to optimize energy trading, scheduling, river operations, portfolio management activities and related risk mitigation and compliance activities.
Responsibilities
Software Systems Development - Maintains and assists in development of custom application integrations, data processing scripts, web based applications, desktop applications and Microsoft Excel based analysis models/tools. Assists in and performs basic database development. Assists in management of IIS administration and provides basic troubleshooting of application deployments. Develops and maintains experience in xml based integration technologies and industry standard data exchange protocols. Assists in the maintenance and in the development of web based applications using industry standard development frameworks. Provides support to automate and streamline current analysis tools. Develops automated workflow processes and escalations. Develops reporting to support business processes.
Systems Analysis/Implementation – Assists senior level staff to implement proposed systems designs and implement Energy/Planning/Trading (EPT) technology. Performs documentation and training of limited complexity.
Trading Operations/Business Analysis – Works under the direction of more senior analysts to maintain and support trading models and systems. Participates in the analysis of strategies designed to further the Districts presence in current or emerging markets. Acts as a liaison between the front office, system operations and the real-time services provider.
End User Support– Provides 24x7 on-call basic application, transaction processing and hardware support to end users.
Middle/Back Office Support – Assists in the maintenance and support for systems utilized by the District’s middle and back offices, including those systems dedicated to credit reporting, index processing and billing/invoicing
Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
Reports To Energy Planning & Trading Manager
Overtime exemption Exempt
Qualifications
Education Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.
Bachelor's Degree (B.A./B.S. B.S., B.A. from a college or university) in a technical or quantitative area such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, Management Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, Economics, Finance or equivalent; required.
Equivalent combination of education and experience. required.
Experience
Experience performing applications development, programming, or systems analysis desired.
Skills and Abilities A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities:
Working knowledge of District operations, policies, and practices.
Basic technical knowledge of computer hardware, networks, security, and support
Basic knowledge of system analysis, requirements gathering techniques and related documentation standards.
Basic knowledge of programming languages.
Computer scripting in 1 or more scripting languages.
Basic understanding of database development, server administration, the use of various web development frameworks and data exchange protocols.
Knowledge and experience with computer applications.
Reasoning, analytical, and problem solving skills
Work process modeling
Data analysis and research
Computer report writing
Basic SQL skills
Basic programming skills.
Technical writing
Active listening
Critical thinking
Reading comprehension
Ability to communicate logically and clearly, both orally and in writing
Ability to prioritize multiple priorities
Ability to learn new systems from documentation and training
Ability to model and analyze
Must have the ability to learn new technologies
To perform this job successfully, an individual is required to have knowledge of PeopleSoft Time Entry/HRIS; Microsoft Outlook; Microsoft PowerPoint; Servers; General Office Equipment; Microsoft Access; Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio; Microsoft Visual Studio; Microsoft Windows Powershell ISE; CADSWES Riverware; OATI WebTrader, WebScheduler; OATI WebAccounting; Microsoft Visio and Oracle SQL Developer. Intermediate knowledge is required in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word. Advanced knowledge is required in PC Hardware.
Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.
Background Screening
Pursuant to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards, Chelan County Public Utility District #1 conducts background screening of personnel who have access to the District's critical physical and/or cyber assets.
Power Business Technology Analyst II
Overview The PBT (Power Business Technology) Analyst II supports this District by analyzing, developing and implementing a portfolio of integrated software systems, applications, processes and complex data models used to optimize energy trading, scheduling, river operations, portfolio management activities and related risk mitigation and compliance activities.
Responsibilities
Software Systems Development - Develops and maintains custom application integrations, data processing scripts, web based applications, desktop applications and Microsoft Excel based analysis models/tools of moderate complexity for systems that are critical to business continuity and require 24x7 support. These systems directly contribute to wholesale revenue, meeting minimum revenue requirements, P&L reporting, credit risk mitigation, reporting, river operations and efficient hydro project dispatch. Maintains and assists in development of advanced systems. Performs database development and maintenance. Assists in management of IIS administration and provides troubleshooting of application deployments. Maintains experience in xml based integration technologies and industry standard data exchange protocols. Assists in maintenance and development of web based applications using industry standard development frameworks. Provides support to automate and streamline current analysis tools. Develops automated workflow processes and escalations. Develops reporting to support business processes.
Systems Analysis and Design - Performs systems analysis, design and implementation. Supports or leads feasibility study development and alternatives to problems of medium complexity. Manages Energy/Planning/Trading (EPT) business software projects of medium scope and pieces of larger projects. Develops, documents, and revises system design procedures, test procedures and quality standards. Assists senior level staff to implement proposed systems designs and implement EPT technology. Troubleshoots system technical and coding problems or errors.
System Documentation & Training - Produces detailed documentation of systems and processes developed. Provides training to other departments on technologies and techniques utilized as well as the systems, processes and applications developed
Trading Operations/Business Analysis - Participates in the analysis of strategies designed to further the Districts presence in current or emerging markets.
End User Support - Provides 24x7 on-call support for basic applications, transaction processing and hardware support to end users consisting of Power Purchasers, EP&T staff, Generation, System Operations and Control System Engineering. Serves as system administrator / subject matter expert for one or more applications.
Middle/Back Office Support - Assists in the maintenance and support for systems utilized by the District’s middle and back offices, including those systems dedicated to credit reporting, index processing and billing/invoicing
Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
Reports To Energy Planning & Trading Manager
Overtime exemption Exempt
Qualifications
Education Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.
Bachelor's Degree (B.A./B.S. B.S., B.A. from a college or university) in a technical or quantitative area such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, Management Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, Economics, Finance or equivalent; required. or
Equivalent combination of education and experience. required.
Experience
2+ years experience as a Power Business Technology Analyst I or closely related experience such as a Business Analyst or Systems Analyst. required. and
Utility industry experience preferred. and
Experience in energy planning and trading preferred.
Skills and Abilities A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities:
Solid understanding of database development, server administration, the use of various web development frameworks and data exchange protocols.
Knowledge and experience with computer applications.
Solid knowledge of system analysis, customer needs assessment, requirements gathering techniques and related documentation standards.
Knowledge of software applications and systems in use at the District or other utility experience.
Knowledge of Energy trading systems preferred.
Proven knowledge of database development, server administration, the use of various web development frameworks and data exchange protocols.
Computer programming and scripting in multiple languages.
General knowledge of District areas, generation, river operations, and business impacts.
Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations relating to the power industry.
Understanding of the District's slice, real-time and forward/long-term energy contracts particularly those areas that impact the ETRM system and/or real-time systems.
Advanced knowledge of the various types of transactions entered into by the District and their inherent risks and impacts and the systems required to process those transactions.
Reasoning, analytical, and problem solving skills.
Work process modeling.
Data analysis and research.
Computer report writing.
SQL skills and query performance tuning.
Programming in multiple scripting and object oriented languages.
Technical writing.
Ability to communicate logically and clearly, both orally and in writing.
Active listening.
Critical thinking.
Reading comprehension.
Strong critical thinking skills and ability to apply to problem resolution.
Systems evaluation skills.
Project Management.
Database development.
Data reporting using ETL principles via various platforms.
Ability to prioritize multiple priorities.
Ability to model and analyze.
Ability to learn new technologies.
Ability to train other analysts and software end users.
Ability to design, test and document a variety of applications.
Ability to identify potential problems and use logic and deductive reasoning to develop solutions.
To perform this job successfully, an individual is required to have knowledge of PeopleSoft Time Entry/HRIS; Microsoft Outlook; Microsoft PowerPoint; Microsoft Word; General Office Equipment and Microsoft Access.
Intermediate knowledge is required in CADSWES Riverware; OATI WebTrader, WebScheduler; OATI WebAccounting; Microsoft Visio and Oracle SQL Developer.
Advanced knowledge is required in Microsoft Excel; PC Hardware; Servers; Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio; Microsoft Visual Studio and Microsoft Windows Powershell ISE.
Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.
Power Business Technology Analyst III
Overview The PBT (Power Business Technology) Analyst III supports this District by analyzing, developing and implementing a portfolio of integrated software systems, applications, processes and complex data models used to optimize energy trading, scheduling, river operations, portfolio management activities and related risk mitigation and compliance activities.
Responsibilities
Software Systems Development - Develops and maintains custom application integrations, data processing scripts, web based applications, desktop applications and Microsoft Excel based analysis models/tools of high complexity for systems that are critical to business continuity and require 24x7 support. These systems directly contribute to wholesale revenue, meeting minimum revenue requirements, P&L reporting, credit risk mitigation, reporting, river operations and efficient hydro project dispatch. Performs programming and database development. Maintains expertise in xml based integration technologies and industry standard data exchange protocols. Develops web based applications using industry standard development frameworks. Leads software projects involving multiple district staff both within and outside of Energy Planning and Trading. Often works collaboratively with less experienced analysts.
Systems Design and Architecture - Performs systems analysis, design and implementation in consultation with the PBT Architect. Identifies trading and transaction processing business requirements and translates into specific systems, application data, and/or process designs used to develop software solutions. Collaborates to determine software and data architecture solutions that meet performance, scalability, reliability and security needs. Participates in cross-functional teams to make architectural decisions related to software products, technology and system tradeoffs. Leads feasibility study development and alternatives to complex problems. Manages Energy/Planning/Trading (EPT) software projects with medium to large scope and business impact. Develops timelines and resource requirement estimates. Troubleshoots system technical and coding problems or errors. Trains and mentors junior level staff; leads contractor personnel, if required
Systems Documentation and Training- Produces detailed documentation of systems and processes developed. Provides training to other departments on technologies and techniques utilized as well as the systems, processes and applications developed. Implements and documents new and existing EPT software work procedures.
Trading Operations/Business Analysis - Works with traders, or collaborates with less experienced analysts to develop new models to support trading and participates in the analysis of strategies designed to further the Districts presence in current or emerging markets. Lead software & services procurement and contract administration. Develop, document, and revise system design procedures, test procedures and quality standards.
End User Support- Provides 24x7 on-call basic support for applications, transaction processing and hardware support to end users consisting of Power Purchasers, EP&T staff, Generation, System Operations and Control System Engineering. Serves as system administrator / subject matter expert for one or more applications.
Middle/Back Office Support - Develops and supports systems utilized by the District’s middle and back offices, including those systems dedicated to credit reporting, index processing and billing/invoicing.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
Reports To Energy Planning & Trading Manager
Overtime exemption Exempt
Qualifications
Education Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.
Bachelor's Degree (B.A./B.S. B.S., B.A. from a college or university) in a technical or quantitative area such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, Management Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, Economics, Finance or equivalent; required. or
Equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Experience
5+ years as a Power Business Technology Analyst I/II or closely related experience in systems analysis/design and development. required. and
Utility industry experience preferred. and
Experience in energy planning and trading strongly preferred.
Skills and Abilities A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities:
High level knowledge of system analysis, programming languages and technologies, customer needs assessment, requirements gathering techniques and related documentation standards.
High level knowledge of EPT systems.
Understanding of functional and technical interrelationships between departments and databases at the District that integrate with EPT systems.
Solid knowledge of multiple programming languages and platforms.
Advanced knowledge of areas within the District and their impact on generation and river operations, contracts and business relationships.
Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations relating to the power industry.
Understanding of the District’s slice, real-time and forward/long-term energy contracts particularly those areas that impact the ETRM system and/or real-time systems.
Advanced knowledge of the various types of transactions entered into by the District and their inherent risks and impacts and the systems required to process those transactions.
Advanced knowledge of computer applications, database development, server administration, the use of various web development frameworks and data exchange protocols.
Project management skills including ability to lead cross functional teams
Leadership skills
Strong critical thinking and problem resolution skills
Advanced active listening, verbal and written communication skills
Technical writing; computer report writing
Reading comprehension
Financial analysis skills
Negotiation skills
Capable of developing complex custom software applications, including web based applications.
Database development
Data reporting using ETL principles via various platforms.
Systems evaluation skills
Ability to prioritize multiple projects, people and priorities
Ability to model and analyze complex projects
Ability to develop complex custom software applications, including web based applications.
Ability to train other analysts and software end users.
Ability to design, test and document a variety of applications.
Ability to identify potential problems and use logic and deductive reasoning to develop solutions.
To perform this job successfully, an individual is required to have knowledge of PeopleSoft Time Entry/HRIS; General Office Equipment and Microsoft Access.
Intermediate knowledge is required in Microsoft Outlook; Microsoft Word; Microsoft PowerPoint; CADSWES Riverware; OATI WebTrader and WebScheduler; Microsoft Visio and Oracle SQL Developer.
Advanced knowledge is required in Microsoft Excel; PC Hardware; Servers; Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio; Microsoft Visual Studio; Microsoft Windows Powershell and ISE OATI WebAccounting.
Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.
Background Screening
Pursuant to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards, Chelan County Public Utility District #1 conducts background screening of personnel who have access to the District's critical physical and/or cyber assets.
Physical Demands & Working Conditions: please see full posting at www.chelanpud.org/careers
District Values
Safety - Protect public and employee health and safety Stewardship - Acting on behalf of customer-owners, protecting public resources entrusted to us Trustworthy - Competence, integrity, respect Operational Excellence - High-quality innovative work execution
Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled). We value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected classifications as defined by law.
EEO Law Posters can be found on the main Careers page in English and Spanish.
Chelan PUD will not be offering any work visa sponsorship for this role.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. This should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.
