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Decarbonization Compliance Rates Analyst
Non-Union Position
Rates/Regulatory 1; Portland,Oregon (US-OR)
Hybrid scheduleavailablefor Oregon & Washington residents.
Regular FT
Posting # 4865
About Us:
At NW Natural, we offer more than rewarding career opportunities and a vibrant, inclusive work culture. We invite you to join us in providing safe and reliable utility services and renewable energy to better the lives of the communities we serve.Our vision is to be the leader in service excellence, innovation and environmental stewardship for our customers, while building on our strengths as a trusted energy provider and environmental leader for our industry.
In addition to environmental stewardship, We're also deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NW Natural. Our DEI Council started 21 years ago, and today we continue to foster a culture where all employees can experience a sense of belonging, shared purpose and possibility.
This position will lead the Rates & Regulatory Affairs department's regulatory strategy for decarbonization programs and compliance analysis for climate policy in Oregon and Washington.
- Calculates cost recovery and customer impacts for decarbonization initiatives and makes strategic recommendations to executive management.
- Lead regulatory analysis for proceedings at the Oregon Public Utility Commission and Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission.
- Prepare customer usage forecasts for climate policy initiatives.
- Manage rate and tariff filings, serving as a witness for regulatory approvals when necessary.
- Serve as a key liaison between the Rates department and other departments' decarbonization efforts.
- Address inquiries related to rates, decarbonization costs, and technical issues in regulation.
- Gain expertise in Oregon and Washington's climate policies, using data analysis to inform decarbonization strategies.
- Refine and propose adjustments to regulatory mechanisms for decarbonization.
- Assess and clearly communicate the impacts of decarbonization on customer rates to management, regulatory stakeholders, and customers.
- Develop and maintain analytical models for regulatory decarbonization reporting.
- Collaborate with Environmental and Regulatory Accounting, Environmental Policy, and Sustainability teams as a regulatory liaison..
- Build and maintain relationships with external regulators, consumer advocacy groups, and other stakeholders.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Manager.
- Adapt to a flexible schedule during peak periods.
- Support the Company's commitment to safe work practices.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, economics or related field.
- MBA preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years in financial analysis, accounting, ratemaking/pricing and/or economics experience.
- Experience with strategy and analysis of environmental compliance preferred.
- Experience in a regulated business preferred.
- Experience participating in complex projects across disciplines.
- Knowledge of technical and financial characteristics of energy rate making/pricing.
- Excellent verbal communication skills and ability to interact with employees at all levels with tact, confidentiality, and confidence.
- Excellent written communication skills including the preparation and sponsorship of testimony and/or business cases for regulatory bodies and executive management.
- Ability to create and present analytical topics and proposals to all levels of the company and regulatory audience.
- Proven ability to facilitate and coordinate projects; skill in organizing multiple tasks and managing time effectively to meet deadlines and balance priorities.
- Must be comfortable working with a team on large, complex projects.
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently to accomplish tasks.
- Advanced computer skills including high level of proficiency with Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Must have ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate peak periods.
What we offer:
Health & Wellness -
- Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
- Free access to an online wellness resources platform
Work Life Balance -
- Up to 23 Vacation Days
- 80 Hours of Sick Time
- 10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
- Flexible work arrangements
- 3 weeks paid parental leave
- Green Team / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council / Safety Team / Women's Network and many other Employee Resource Groups
- 1500 sq foot exercise facility and secure bike room
Financial -
- Meaningful annual incentive bonus opportunity in addition to base salary
- Competitive 401K company contribution and match
- 15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement
- Wellness incentive program
Discounts -
- 20% off natural gas service
- Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center
- TriMet Pass for all HQ employees
- Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless
Base salary range: $104,250.00-$148,550.00per year, depending on qualifications
Annual Target Incentive: Level 3,12.0% target
Targets are calculated using eligible earnings during plan year participation. Payout, if earned, is based on company and individual performance for each plan year and may range from 0% - 200% of target. Targets are subject to change in subsequent plan years. Must be employed by September 30 in order to receive any prorated payout.
Application Process:To be considered for this position, submit a complete electronic application including cover letter and resume via our website.
Deadline:5/14/24
Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations.
All applications must be submitted through NW Natural's Electronic Application System. Resumes submitted via email, fax or mail will not be accepted in lieu of an electronic application.
NW Natural is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace our candidates' diversity and take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, marital status, genetic information, and all other legally protected characteristics. We forbid discrimination and harassment in the workplace based on any protected status or characteristic. A criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment with NW Natural. Instead, we make individualized assessments regarding qualifications and backgrounds. NW Natural is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact us at employment@nwnatural.com or (971) 979-6341.
NW Natural does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural as a result of the referral or through other means.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any federal, state or locally protected class.
We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations. Pre-employment drug tests are part of the hiring process and apply to all positions.
NW Natural does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural as a result of the referral or through other means.