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Grant County Public Utility District · 2 days ago

Business Analyst II - Transmission Strategy & Development

Ephrata, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$77K/yr - $119K/yr

4+ years exp

Grant County Public Utility District is seeking a Business Analyst II for their Transmission Strategy & Development team. This role involves supporting the Transmission Business Unit by providing data-driven insights, coordinating cross-departmental efforts, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while driving continuous process improvement.

Electrical DistributionEnergyPublic Safety

Responsibilities

Routinely leads large, highly complex business projects or departmental initiatives

Convenes and facilitates meetings with internal stakeholders and collaborates with managerial/executive staff to develop work products, policies, procedures, plans, and programs

Performs complex analytical work, ensuring accuracy and clarity in findings to support organizational and strategic decision-making

Prepares clear, data-driven reports for executive-level presentations that communicate key findings

Coordinates data gathering, analysis, and data management; collaborates with IT/Data Analytics staff to update complex data models and ensure consistent, reliable data for performance tracking

Drafts and edits communications, presentations, and reports for internal and external audiences

Serves as liaison with outside entities, other PUD departments, and cross-functional workgroups to ensure alignment of priorities

Manages complex calendars, schedules cross-functional meetings and coordinates domestic and international travel

Provides lead work, direction and oversight to temporary employees, contractors, or vendors, monitoring quality and timeliness of work

Develops, prepares, and administers departmental operating and/or capital budgets. Conducts financial analysis, prepares projections, and manages financial administration for projects related to business unit operations

Oversees and administers grants in compliance with funding requirements

In this position, if needed to operate a GPUD vehicle for business purposes, please refer to the Vehicle/Asset Usage Policy, IS-TA-POL-001

Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan, and Grant PUD/IBEW Local 77 Code of Excellence. The incumbent should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations

Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies & procedures

Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to:

Following all safety policies and procedures

Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions

Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor

Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance

Develop and leverage a deep understanding of Grant PUD’s transmission strategy; perform analytics and research in support of strategic business development

Partner with leaders to develop and maintain a prioritized multi-year roadmap of strategic initiatives

Assist internal stakeholders with financial assessments, process development, and documentation of business practices related to transmission

Maintain and report contractual, financial and operating metrics to internal and external stakeholders

Perform research and analysis required for transmission ratemaking, tariff implementation, contract compliance and economic evaluations

Monitor industry trends and regulatory issues; identify, analyze, and recommend new policies to support compliance and the evolving needs of our customers

Perform internal accounting functions for the business unit, including annual transmission revenue requirement tracking, capital project true ups and transmission settlements

Provide quality review, tracking of deliverables, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders to improve the quality, common understanding, and utilization of transmission data

Identify opportunities to improve inefficiencies with processes/procedures/organizational structure through data-driven analyses

Recognize and communicate legal implications, rate impacts, and financial impacts of decisions

Control and coordinate transmission cross-department information inputs and outputs

Ensure internal and external communications adhere to FERC Standards of Conduct

Produce accurate, reliable data and reports for budgeting, actual reporting, and performance metrics, ensuring alignment with organizational goals

Establish professional relationships across the organization to streamline processes and improve communication

Proactively participate in company-wide initiatives as requested or approved by the Director Transmission Strategy & Development

Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding personnel issues and sensitive operational information

Compose correspondence and develop reports and/or proposals when needed or requested

Qualification

Data managementAnalytical skillsFinancial analysisUtility industry experienceMS Office SuiteCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsCritical thinkingProject management