Forecasting & Load Research Analyst 1,2, & Senior

Forecasting & Load Research Analyst 1,2, & Senior

Location:

Tempe, AZ, US

Date: Oct 3, 2024

Requisition ID : 17897

Join us in building a better future for Arizona!

SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizonas best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.

Why Work at SRP

At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.

SRPs success is rooted in our employees happiness, health, and safety. Thats why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)

401(k) plan with employer matching

Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance

Over 200 hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)

Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance

Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)

Short and long-term disability plans

Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs

10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Summary

The Forecasting and Load Research department is the central group for electricity demand expertise at Salt River Project, a historic Arizona institution providing power that over one million customers depend on. Forecasting and Load Research operates within the Resource Management division to provide the long-term outlook for electricity demand as a critical input to major energy system planning decisions. In addition, the department performs periodic and special studies to understand customers’ preferences, behaviors and SRP’s strategic opportunities on the demand-side of the energy system. These efforts support the low-carbon transition of the power system while maintaining SRP’s reliable and affordable service. The successful candidate will function within a highly talented and motivated team to improve our understanding of electricity demand and contribute meaningfully to enabling the future power system.

What Youll Do

• Interpret and leverage data, trends, qualitative data, industry benchmarking and other sources of information to create and maintain SRP’s Corporate Load Forecast

• Source and synthesize large amounts of data across topical areas into clean input datasets and clear conclusions

• Collaborate with customer-facing teams to collect up-to-date information on business and market trends

• Work with large datasets in cloud computing environments

• Develop and maintain broad internal and external networks to exchange information on a regular basis

• Utilize creative and targeted approaches to communicate and present information to different audiences, including executive leadership and non-technical groups

• Represent SRP on external industry groups, community groups, and other consortia as necessary

• Perform industry benchmarking to help SRP understand how we compare to other utilities and industry best practices for load research and forecasting

• Manage and lead special projects and initiatives as necessary

• Treat sensitive data responsibly

• Have a desire for personal growth, learning, teamwork, and team improvement

What It Takes To Succeed

• This position functions in a hybrid work environment with at least two days per week on-site work required in Tempe, Arizona

• Experience in statistical analysis, econometrics, data science, or forecasting techniques

• Experience in business analysis, market research, consulting, strategic planning, or related areas

• Familiarity with computer programming (VBA, SQL, Python, C, R, Matlab, etc.)

• Project management experience preferred, but not required

• Utility and/or energy sector experience preferred, but not required

• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, collaboration, time-management, and organization skills

• Self-motivated with a proven ability to take the initiative with minimal direction

• Excellent communication skills, including active listening, and the ability to adjust and tailor the communication style to the intended audience

• Excellent critical thinking, quality control, and problem-solving skills

Experience

Experience in statistical analysis, econometrics, data science, or forecasting techniques and experience in business analysis, market research, consulting, strategic planning, or related areas.

Five (5) years of professional experience required for senior level. Promotion to Level 2 requires a minimum of two years experience at Level 1; demonstrated capability to perform advanced and more difficult work as determined by the supervisor. Promotion to Senior Level requires a minimum of three years experience at Level 2; is fully competent in all aspects of functional area of assignment and as such would be recognized as a specialist in area of assignment and may have periodic or occasional lead responsibilities.

Education

Completion of a Bachelors Degree from an accredited institution that prepares the employee for the assignment.

Hybrid Workplace

SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona. We are taking steps to protect the health and well-being of all team members, and by following a number of health and safety protocols, to reduce the risk of the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.

Work Authorization

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visas.

Nearest Major Market: Phoenix