Rates Analyst

Job Description

San Diego Community Power ("Community Power") is seeking a Rates Analyst to join our team of analytics experts who will be responsible for participating in the planning and execution of processes responsible for the analysis and development of various rate structures for electrical service offered by Community Power. The Rates Analyst will also provide additional support needed for the shift to dynamic rates, large load rate design, and other improvements and innovations in rate design to better serve customers.

A key function of this role will be to work closely with internal and external stakeholders to support and implement high-quality, data-driven financial planning, accounting, and statistical analytical decisions across the organization. This role will also work to derive robust strategies pertinent to service expansion, load forecasting, costs, revenue recognition, and the design of rate and service structures that meet the objectives of the organization.

OUR HISTORY

San Diego Community Power was formed in 2019 as a public, not-for-profit community choice aggregator (CCA) in the San Diego region. We began electric service in 2021 and now serve seven member agencies: the Cities of San Diego, Chula Vista, Encinitas, Imperial Beach, La Mesa and National City, as well as the unincorporated communities of San Diego County. San Diego Community Power was formed to bring local control and customer choice to San Diego while also providing clean and renewable energy at competitive rates. We are the second largest CCA in California, serving nearly 1 million customers. For more information, please visit SDCommunityPower.org.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

At SDCP, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We represent a diverse customer base and hope to hire employees that reflect our communities. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES

• Support the development, review, and update of Community Power rates in accordance with the Board adopted Rate Development Policy.
• Perform detailed rate comparisons and pertinent analysis for customers.
• Support articulation and development of analytical solutions around rates, service expansion feasibility, and product offerings, including dynamic rate and large load rate designs.
• Participate in the design and delivery of primary statistical and analytical studies as it relates to revenue requirements, retail sales, expenses, rate base and supply, and other miscellaneous charges and fees.
• Support cross-functional projects using data modeling and analysis techniques to discover insights that will guide strategic rate design and service offering decisions and uncover optimization opportunities, including cost of service studies.
• Monitor, follow, and understand other Load Serving Entities ("LSEs") rate design.
• Write staff reports and deliver presentations to the Board of Directors, to the Community Advisory Committee, and at other public meetings.
• Participate in improving technical processes to address business needs.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Required:

• A working knowledge of rate design principles and practices and cost of service accounting methods and procedures.
• Advanced knowledge and skills in MS Excel. Familiarity with database languages such as SQL, R, or Python and other related applications as well as analytics/business intelligence platforms such as PowerBI and Tableau is a plus.
• Understanding and experience using analytical concepts and statistical techniques: hypothesis development, designing tests/experiments, analyzing data, drawing conclusions, and developing actionable recommendations.
• Experience and knowledge of statistical modeling techniques: multiple regression, logistic regression, log-linear regression, variable selection, etc.
• Strong problem solving, quantitative, and analytical abilities.
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience supporting and working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.
• The ability to write concise and accurate reports.
• The ability to make presentations before regulatory agencies and the public.

Desired:

• Experience in rate design in the electric utility energy sector and/or supporting rate-related advocacy before a Public Utilities Commission.
• Working knowledge of dynamic rate and/or large load rate designs.
• Ability to strongly represent the organization in various professional engagement settings from local to national convenings (conferences, workshops, executive meetings, etc.).

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge and abilities listed. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited university in business, economics, engineering, mathematics, or a related field and two-to-three years of experience in electric utility/Community Choice Aggregation rate design, finance/risk management, or in a closely related field. An advanced degree can replace up to two years of experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & CONDITIONS

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. The position occasionally requires carrying, lifting and/or moving objects up to 25 pounds. Occasional local travel is required and reliable transportation to be able to attend Community Power events, meetings, and workshops as needed is expected.

Occasional local travel required, and reliable transportation is expected to be able to attend SDCP events, meetings, and workshops as needed is expected. At SDCP we work in the communities we serve and in the office. SDCP works to ensure a safe and healthy workplace for employees and in our communities. SDCP requires employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Exemptions to the vaccine requirement will be considered for individuals with medical conditions that prevent them from being vaccinated and for individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs that prohibit them from being vaccinated, consistent with governing labor laws.

SDCP is an agency required to adopt and promulgate a Conflict-of-Interest Code ("COI"). The COI code requires employees in designated positions, including those identified under the interim disclosure process, to file a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) on an annual basis. A Successful candidate accepting this position may be required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

Compensation

Salary Range: The position salary range is: $84,900 - $110,400; with exact compensation to be determined by SDCP, depending upon experience.

Benefits: Standard benefits package including but not limited to:

Insurance: SDCP offers group health benefits, including medical, vision, and dental insurance, for eligible FT employees. Also provided is a $100,000 Life & AD&D policy, STD and LTD coverage that is 100% paid by SDCP.

Retirement: SDCP offers a 457(b) plan for employee contributions and contributes 10% of eligible compensation to the employee's Money Purchase Plan.

Paid Time Off: 11 holidays per year + paid winter holiday (between 12/24-12/31), 160 hours of accrued paid time off per year (increases with time in service), and 96 hours per year of accrued paid sick leave.

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at the discretion of SDCP as needed.