Electric Planning Analyst or Specialist - Energy Delivery

City of Lakeland, Civil Service•Employment Services, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is highly responsible technical work in planning the City's electric utility system. This position assists the division supervisor in conducting complex studies, analyses, and implementing plans or programs derived from these studies for the electric system. Work is performed with minimal supervision and is evaluated by an administrative superior. This position is for an Electric Planning Specialist however, it may be filled at the level of an Electric Planning Analyst.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Economics, Business, Planning, Marketing, Engineering, or a closely related field.
Two years of experience in electric utility-related work (for Analyst level).
Four years of experience in electric utility related planning work (for Specialist level).
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provide the knowledge, skills and abilities and other competencies necessary for success in the target position may be considered.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must possess and maintain a valid telephone number.
Models as applied to statistics, econometrics, and planning.
Electric T&D planning modeling.
The mathematics, economics, and statistics involved in electric utility T&D planning operations operations and/or related activities.
Microsoft Office Suite.
Technical analysis and interpretation
Resourcefulness in addressing complex technical and operational issues
Effective relationship building with internal and external stakeholders
Preparation of technical reports, analyses, and documents
Planning and directing subordinate work, as required
Effective oral and written communication

Responsibilities

Performs short- and long-term T&D planning studies using appropriate software tools.
Develops economical, reliable, and safe solutions to address operational and planning needs of the City's T&D system.
Evaluates T&D expansion strategies, including system lines and substations, to support reliable and economical growth.
Analyzes complex technical data, identifies trends, and develops actionable solutions.
Conducts independent and group research to address T&D power quality and reliability concerns.
Participates in or lead special projects related to forecasting and planning.
Establishes data collection and reporting procedures to ensure accuracy and data integrity.
Prepares mandatory government, state, and city statistical reports relevant to the electric utility.
May be required to participate in and/or facilitate training to support departmental or City initiatives and requirements.
May be required to work alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.
Performs tasks related to the utility's Integrated Resource Plan.