Electric Utility Analyst Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lakelandfl/jobs/newprint/4566511) Apply  Electric Utility Analyst Salary $72,384.33 - $108,576.50 Annually Location Lakeland, FL Job Type Full Time Regular Job Number 2191-07 Department Lakeland Electric Division EP-Fuels 2011910000 Opening Date 10/28/2024 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Exempt Bargaining Unit NA + Description + Benefits + Questions GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS This is responsible professional work in analyzing and planning complex electric utility data. An employee in this classification performs highly skilled technical work in the assimilation, compilations, and specialized processing of utility statistics and operational data. Work involves using computer applications, some programming, and other data-gathering devices that are somewhat technical. A supervisor generally outlines work assignments, but the employee has ample opportunity to research, develop, and administrate new methods and make suggestions to superiors. Please note this posting is "Continuous" and can close at ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: + Conducts data analysis comparing solar meter readings to ensure compliance with purchase power contracts. + Coordinates payments of all invoices related to the Fuel Department; performs analysis to ensure compliance with corresponding energy and fuel contracts. + Develops and maintains necessary records and reports pertaining to fuel transportation and pool operations. + Nominates natural gas sales using FGT and Gulfstream pipeline software. + Purchases natural gas by backing up the Energy Trader Analyst. + Controls the flow of natural gas for the generating units using the Delta V Software by backing up the Energy Trader Analyst. + Prepares and submits the monthly reports for pool billing, natural gas, and fuel oil to E&W finance. + Prepares requisitions and change orders for purchases and payment of invoices and maintains vendor files. + Assists with monitoring and budgeting the fuel budget and provides a monthly report. + Creates T-forms, budget transfers, journal entries, and check requests. + Administrator of the Fuel Department's website and responsible for maintaining it. + Prepares the data analysis and complies with the monthly Fuels Newsletter. + Prepares the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) monthly statistical report for government reporting compliance. + May be required to work additional or alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department. + Position is designated Mission Critical. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS: + Performs related work as required. QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE) QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE): + Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Planning, Marketing, Engineering, or a closely related field. + Two (2) years of experience in accounting, natural gas trading, or utility modeling and analyzing energy data. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: + Must possess a valid driver’s license. + Must maintain a valid telephone number. + Must maintain internet service. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: + Ability to learn internal applications such as Access, the Utility Management System (UMS) Maximo, Hyperion, Oracle SQL Developer, GenTrader, DeltaV, SCADA and various other programs. + Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, consultants, other utilities, and the public. + Knowledge of basic accounting principles for budgeting and journal entries. + Thorough knowledge of various software, including the Microsoft Office Applications of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat Writer, and Outlook. WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: + Requires sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time, exerting up to ten (10) pounds of force regularly, and routine keyboard operations. + The job risks exposure to no significant environmental hazards. + The job requires normal visual acuity, field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception. All City of Lakeland positions are subject to testing (e.g. written, oral, performance, computerized, interview, and/or any combination). Candidates selected for testing will be notified via email or telephone. Please check your e-mail and telephone messages regularly, including "junk" folders. Test times and locations to be announced. THE CITY OF LAKELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER AND A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE City of Lakeland 2024 Summary Sheet Annual Leave Annual leave is accumulated bi-weekly and based upon years of service as follows: Annual leave may be taken as earned by employees hired after January 1, 1989. Employees hired prior to that date use annual leave within the calendar year following the year the leave is earned. All employees may carry over up to a maximum of twenty (20) days at the end of the calendar year. Regular part-time employees who work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue annual leave at the rate of four (4) hours per month.* Sick Leave Sick rate is accrued biweekly based upon years of service and standard hour classification. Eligible for use as soon as earned. Regular part-time employees who work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue sick leave at the rate of four (4) hours per month. *NOTE: REGULAR employees with a working day other than eight (8) hours, please contact your supervisor regarding these policies. Sick Leave Pool Allows employees to receive sick leave benefits in cases involving catastrophic or long-term illnesses or injuries after all personal leave time has been depleted. Regular full-time employees contribute eight (8) hours and Regular part-time employees contribute four (4) hours on an annual basis. Employees must have completed one full year of service on or before December 31st of the calendar year enrollment; and have accumulated at least forty (40) hours of sick time (twenty (20) hours for Regular part-time employees). Participation in this program is voluntary. For more information contact Amanda Kaiser at 834-8768 Family & Medical Leave Federal legislation guarantees up to twelve (12) weeks per year off work under certain circumstances outlined in the policy manual. The employees must have been employed by the City for at least twelve (12) months and have at least 1,250 hours of service during the 12-month period before the requested leave. The City will continue its group life and health insurance for an employee on leave at the same level and under the same conditions that existed while the employee was working. For more information contact Dawn Justice at 834-6038. Pension Plan Provision for retirement income requiring mandatory participation for full-time regular employees. Defined Benefit Plan: Plan C Employee 4.16% Employer 15.66% OR Defined Contribution Plan: Executives, New Hires aged 52 and older, and Fire/Police Recruits Employee 8.5% or 11% per election upon hire Employer 15.39% Deferred Compensation 457 Plan: A voluntary plan that is invested in mutual funds. The Employees' Pension Board performs the due diligence on the mutual funds. Employees may reallocate their account at any time. Maximum contribution for 2024 is $23,000; employees aged 50 or older can also add a "catch-up" amount of $7,500. Additionally, a match of up to 5% of salary is offered by the City in Plan C. Holidays Twelve (12) holidays, includes one (1) personal floating holiday to be used at any time after three (3) months of employment and prior to the end of the calendar year. Funeral Leave Up to three (3) days off with pay due to death of an immediate family member (as defined in the policy manual). Up to four (4) hours off with pay may be obtained through supervisor approval to attend local funeral services of persons other than immediate family. Jury/Witness Duty Employees required to serve on jury duty will be relieved of responsibility for their regular work shift or portion thereof and receive full pay while serving. All fees received for such service may be retained by the employee. Employees subpoenaed to any civil or criminal court proceeding, which employee is not personally or monetarily interested, shall be paid as if engaged in regular work activities. Military Leave Allows for up to 240 hours in any one calendar year for annual military training without loss of pay or benefits for any employee in some type of reserve status for the United States Armed Forces. (see policy manual for additional information). Maternity Leave Refer to Family & Medical Leave for those employees who qualify. Others may take up to three (3) months leave of absence available upon approval of the Department Head. Employees may opt to utilize any combination of paid (sick or annual leave) or unpaid leave. Leave of Absence Without Pay Written requests are subject to approval by Department Head and City Manager or designee for less than ninety (90) days. Requests for more than ninety (90) days also require Civil Service Board approval for employees in a Civil Service classification. Longevity Pay Tuition Reimbursement Program provides employees up to $2,500 per fiscal year (October 1 through September 30) for reimbursement of tuition of approved college, university, vocational, or correspondence classes upon completion with a grade of "C" or better in credit courses only. Full reimbursement is given for courses and fees, upon approval. The program does not include reimbursement for cost of books, supplies or other related expenses. For more information, contact Melissa Yelnick at 834-6844. Suggestion Awards A program designed to provide a consistent and organized method for employees to submit and be rewarded for constructive ideas for improvement. Maximum award is $1000. For additional information, contact Kathy McNelis at 834-6348. Direct Deposit of Paycheck (refer to handout in new employee folder) An account must be established with the institution of your choice prior to signing up for direct deposit. Uniforms/Equipment Uniforms issued at no cost to employees for those job classifications which require them. Equipment is issued to employees at either no cost or discounted cost depending upon job classification. Parking Free while at work. Break Periods Employees may be permitted two (2), fifteen (15) minute breaks during the workday. The time shall be at the discretion of the supervisor. For Information on Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance please contact Benefits at 834-6797. For Information on Retirement Benefits, contact the Retirement Services Department at 834-8765 or 834-8797. For Information on Firefighter and Police Officer Retirement Benefits, contact Foster & Foster at 239-333-4872. 01 Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Planning, Marketing, Engineering or a closely related field? + Yes + No 02 Please indicate the specific field of study for your bachelor's degree. 03 Do you have two (2) years of experience in accounting, natural gas trading, or utility modeling and analyzing energy data? + Yes + No 04 Please provide a narrative supporting your answer to the above question. Be sure to include specific job title(s), job duties, organization(s) and the dates where the work was performed. Note: The employers and dates of employment you list here must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of this job application. 05 Please indicate your level of experience using Microsoft Word. + None + Beginner + Moderate + Advanced + Expert 06 Please indicate your level of experience using Microsoft Excel. + None + Beginner + Moderate + Advanced + Expert 07 Please indicate your level of experience using Microsoft Power Point. + None + Beginner + Moderate + Advanced + Expert 08 Do you understand this position requires you to be on-call? + Yes + No 09 By clicking "Yes" below, I understand that all relevant work experience MUST be entered in the "Work Experience" section on my application. In addition, all current City of Lakeland employees must list all previous City of Lakeland work experience in the "Work Experience" section of the application. Failure to complete the "Work Experience" section will disqualify you from the application process. + Yes + No Required Question Agency City of Lakeland, Civil Service Address 500 N Lake Parker Avenue Lakeland, Florida, 33801 Phone (863)834-8790 Website http://www.lakelandgov.net/employmentservices