Load Forecasting Analyst

EKPC Company Information

Located in the heart of the Bluegrass state, East Kentucky Power Cooperative is a not-for-profit generation and transmission (G&T) electric utility with headquarters in Winchester, KY which is just a short distance from Lexington. Our cooperative has a vital mission: to safely generate and deliver reliable, affordable and sustainable energy to our 16 owner-member cooperatives serving more than 1 million Kentuckians across 87 counties. We're leaders in environmental stewardship and we're committed to provide power to improve the lives of people in Kentucky.

As passionate as we are about providing smart energy solutions, we are equally excited about people. We strive to cultivate connected workplaces where great ideas are born and rewarding careers are built.

EKPC offers a wage and benefits package that ranks among the best in the state. There is no waiting period on our medical, dental and vision insurance plans so you are covered on day one, and the dental plan is free for employees. Our generous 401(k) retirement plan allows employees to start contributing to their plan after a month of service, and after 3 months of service, EKPC will automatically contribute 6.5% of base wages AND match employee contributions up to 4.5%. Our competitive vacation and sick leave package starts day one to allow for flexibly and a healthy work-life balance.

For more information on our plentiful benefits package visit our website at https://www.ekpc.coop/work-ekpc

EKPC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

No Expiration Date

This posting will remain open until the position is filled. We encourage you to apply early as we will review and consider candidates as they are received.

Hybrid Remote Schedule

This role has the option to be a blend of remote and onsite work if department and business needs allow and with approval from direct supervision. Our hybrid remote work schedule combines three (3) days on premises with up to two (2) days remote.

Considering Different Levels

The following levels are open for consideration:

Entry

and

Senior

level.

Both skill levels are being considered and the person chosen for the position will be placed in the level in which they are experienced. Please see below for description of all levels.

Key Roles

Entry

This position is responsible for conducting complex analyses, creating reports, drawing inferences, and making recommendations. Serves as a resource to EKPC and owner-members by performing analyses in areas of load research, load forecasting, market research, and a broad range of related areas. Conveys business information and intelligence to management at EKPC and the owner-members via reports, presentations, and other forms of communication.

Senior

This position is responsible for independently conducting complex analyses, creating reports, drawing inferences, and making decisions and recommendations. Serves as a subject matter expert to EKPC and owner-members by performing analyses in areas of load research, load forecasting, market research, and a broad range of related areas. Provides cross training to Load Forecasting Analyst. Serves as the lead analyst for assigned projects. Conveys business information and intelligence to management at EKPC and the owner-members via reports, presentations, and other forms of communication.

For a full list of key responsibilities and requirements for Senior Level, please visit our website at www.ekpc.coop/work-ekpc

Key Responsibilities

Entry

- Researches, analyzes, and evaluates data and information to make recommendations relating to short- and long-term load forecasting, market research, and load research.

- Provides analyses to a wide range of EKPC staff and management, and owner-members' staff and management.

- Makes recommendations to MOC staff for demand bid. Provides supplemental analyses required for decision making.

- Routinely uses mathematical, marketing, financial, economic, and statistical models to analyze data, interpret model output, and make recommendations based on the results.

- Uses modeling software, Python, and other programs, as well as analytical techniques to project and evaluate forecasts.

- Analyzes forecast performance and recommends modeling techniques based on past performance.

- Performs analyses using a variety of statistical techniques, including regression, time series analyses, payback/breakeven, net present value, variance analysis, uncertainty and risk analysis, linear programming, and others as necessary.

- Conducts external research by surveying, collecting, processing, and analyzing information related to the energy industry.

- Maintains information to support Key Performance Indicators.

- Maintains spreadsheets and databases.

- Communicates information and intelligence to management.

- Maintains and updates analytical and statistical models, spreadsheet and program based.

- Participates in the development of regulatory filings such as the Integrated Resource Plan, rate cases, PSC, and AG interrogatories.

- Prepares data for RUS and other agencies, and responds to questions.

- Serves as a liaison on PJM subcommittees and reports information to management.

- Provides data and responses to PJM.

- Serves as a member on in-house project teams, as well as external teams, including member system teams and consultants, as needed.

- Supports budgeting process including projecting MW and MWh sales by rate, providing variance analyses, and responding to questions.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

Key Requirements

Education

: Bachelor’s degree in related area required. Bachelor’s degree in economics, statistics, mathematics, or computer science preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.

Experience

: Five (5) years of related experience.

Skills and Abilities:

- Must have an understanding of electric load forecasting techniques, load research program design, and the impact of these on the owner members.

- General understanding of regulatory compliance issues and requirements and nuances of the cooperative structure.

- Must have understanding of standard electric utility operating practices including markets such as PJM.

- Strong analytical skills and working knowledge of statistics.

- Strong computer application and modeling skills, spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentations.

- Knowledge of analytical/statistical software programs such as Python, R, SAS, Visual Basic, ITRON, and SPSS.

- Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills, including public speaking and presentation skills.

- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with staff at all levels of the organization including external contacts.

- Strong customer focus for a broad range of customers.

- Effective negotiation skills.

- Provides thorough and timely communication to leadership and team.

- Ability to effectively prioritize work, manage time, and adhere to deadlines.

- Excellent with project management, organization skills, and attention to detail.

- Ability to work independently and in a team oriented, collaborative environment.

- Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times and use appropriate discretion in discussing confidential issues.

Competencies

- Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills

- Quality Orientation

- Contributing to Team Success

- Building Trust

- Adaptability

- Initiating Action

Working Conditions

- General office environment applies to this position with travel in and outside the system required; travel may be overnight and may require work outside normal hours.

- Regular lifting up to ten (10) pounds.

- Must maintain valid driver’s license.

- Must wear personal protective equipment as appropriate.