Load Forecasting Manager

PacifiCorp
Portland - United States
S: $90,300-$116,900

General Purpose:




Manages the day-to-day operations of the load forecasting group, short-term and long-term, which has a significant impact on rate recovery and long-term resource planning. Establishes and implements business objectives, strategies, and plans. Manages and allocates financial and employee resources. Responsible for selecting, coaching, and developing employees and responsible for management of employee salaries.



Responsibilities of this position include the following:

•Manage delivery of customer energy and demand forecasts for use in regulatory filings, long-term Integrated Resource Planning, Company business planning, and daily system operations.
•Supervise group responsible for development and maintenance of models used for forecasting and analysis of customer behavior and effect of regulatory programs impacting energy demand.
•Collaborate with internal stakeholder groups to understand the effect of various forecast inputs, including large industrial and commercial customer energy use, demand side management, and distributed generation..
•Show leadership and communicate with other departments, including customer service, accounting and tax, who influence customer class determinations that can have material impacts on the Company's load forecast.
•Exhibit high-quality written and verbal skills and have the ability to summarize key drivers, changes and risks to audiences including senior management, major stakeholders and expert consultants in Integrated Resource Planning and rate case activity.
•Provide monthly presentations to senior management that are efficient and helpful to address significant issues, trends and strategic actions.
•Develop and present expert witness testimony and exhibits in support of regulatory filings. Provide support through data request responses and adequate oversight and review of all regulatory materials to ensure accuracy.
•Show technical aptitude in econometric forecasting, with leadership, critical thinking and communication to deliver a load forecast in a timely and accurate manner. Interpret technical jargon and translate it into simple, understandable terms with good insight in order to put highly technical issues into transparent terms that senior management can use to make sound decisions.
•Develop and manage the Company's load research department
•Manage professional staff and provide appropriate training and leadership opportunities to enhance each person's skill set and potential.
•Review and evaluate employee performance and prepare annual reviews.

Qualifications

Requirements for this position include the following:

•Bachelor's degree in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Business, Engineering, Finance or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
•A minimum of seven years of regulatory experience in one or more of the following technical areas: econometric forecasting, revenue requirement preparation, production cost simulation modeling, cost of service analysis, or pricing analysis.
•A minimum of three years direct people management experience.
•Strong leadership skills and the ability to work with all levels of an organization including people with different styles and backgrounds; ability to work both independently and as a member of a team; ability to manage and motivate employees.
•Thorough understanding of utility economics, econometrics, as well as utility commission rules and regulations.
•Detailed understanding on technical areas of responsibility and general familiarity of the fundamentals of load forecasting, revenue requirement, interstate allocations, net power costs, class cost of service and rate design.
•Ability to communicate calmly while under pressure.
•Strong communication and interpersonal skills including ability to consult with internal and external clients.
Preferences:



•Advanced Degree



Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.



At PacifiCorp, we encourage everyone to work together. We embrace diversity and value the distinct perspectives of all our employees. We strive to cultivate a workplace that connects each employee to the organization and enables all individuals to participate and contribute to their full potential.



It is PacifiCorp's policy to provide and promote equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants in accordance with local, state and federal laws and regulations governing personnel activities. In accordance with federal guidelines, PacifiCorp is committed to a program of affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity.





All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

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