Electric Utility Analyst

Linn County Rural Electric Cooperative is looking for a talented Electric Utility Data Analyst

Are you an analytical wizard with a passion for transforming data into actionable insights? We're seeking a talented Electric Utility Data Analyst to join our team and bring a unique blend of skills to the forefront. If you're known for your analytical talent, flexibility, principled approach, and option-oriented mindset, we want you on our dynamic team!

What is it like to work at Linn County Rural Electric Cooperative?

In this position, your analytical skills will be the driving force behind informed decision-making, optimizing operations, and boosting the efficiency of our Electric Utility system. As a key player on our team, your ability to adapt to evolving data challenges and shifting priorities will be crucial in balancing the dynamic changes in the industry and the needs of our members. Your principled approach ensures the accuracy and reliability of data insights, providing a foundation for trust in our decision-making processes. Your option-oriented mindset will empower you to present a range of possibilities, allowing the team to choose the best course of action based on data-backed insights.

Linn County Rural Electric Cooperative has an immediate opening for an Electric Utility Data Analyst at our Headquarters located in Marion, IA. Linn County REC is committed to innovation and excellence, providing our members with high-quality services that meet the challenges of today and tomorrow’s electric distribution utility. We are seeking a skilled Analyst to join our dynamic team to help shape the future of utilities. This role is crucial in our journey towards becoming a smart utility.

Primary responsibilities:

• Collect, analyze, and interpret data from various sources within our utility operations.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations to track key operational metrics and provide actionable insights.
• Use statistical tools to interpret data sets, focusing on trends and patterns that could be valuable for diagnostic and predictive analytics efforts.
• Work closely with management and cross-functional teams to support the development of smart utility initiatives.
• Identify and recommend new ways to streamline business processes using analysis results.
• Assist in the development of data management policies and procedures.
• Ensure data integrity and compliance with regulatory standards.

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field.
• Proven skillset with data analytic tools and the ability to transform data.
• Electric Utility experience is not required.

Must also possess the following knowledge and experience:

• Must possess strong interpersonal skills, building constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.
• Knowledge and experience of relational database query (SQL) skills and large databases
• Knowledge and experience of data analysis, reporting, and visualization tools (Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, MS SQL Server Reporting Services, or similar tools)
• Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) spatial and attribute data concepts
• Conceptual understanding of business intelligence
• Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions.

What we offer:

• Member owned, not-for-profit organization, serving the community
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Easy-going, casual work environment
• Excellent work-life balance
• Opportunities for professional development
• Engaging projects in a growing electrical utility system

Linn County Rural Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free work place.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.50 - $40.75 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Hourly pay

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Data science: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Marion, IA 52302: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Marion, IA 52302