Management Analyst (I or II)

LIVE, WORK AND PLAY!

Chelan County PUD is located in central Washington State at the confluence of the Columbia and Wenatchee Rivers. As a public power leader, we embrace the challenges and opportunities of our dynamic operations.

Powered by the Columbia River, we generate hydropower while prioritizing environmental stewardship. Each year, we invest millions of dollars and countless hours to protect fish, wildlife, and plant ecosystems. Our efforts also include creating 14 parks, welcoming over 3 million visitors annually.

Wenatchee, home to Chelan PUD, is a recreational paradise, recognized by Forbes as a top place to retire. The Wenatchee Valley offers scenic beauty, a thriving economy, and a high quality of life with over 200 days of sunshine each year. Here, small-town charm meets big-city amenities, with abundant outdoor activities like water sports, hiking, biking, skiing, and golfing. The region is also known for its excellent wines.

Consider Chelan PUD for your next career move and join a welcoming community with an exceptional lifestyle.

APPLICATION MATERIALS

This position will be filled as a Management Analyst I or Management Analyst II, contingent upon the experience of the selected candidate.

Applicants are required to submit a combined cover letter and resume in one PDF document.

In your cover letter, highlight

- 1) your experience developing and managing a work plan/portfolio including your experience with Maximo (or other work order system) and Primavera (or other project management tools) and

- 2) your experience with resource analysis, performance metrics and process improvements. Incomplete materials will not be considered.

To expedite the application process, combine your cover letter and resume into one PDF document before applying and upload electronically when requested in the online application process.

This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED and applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. The first review date for application materials is scheduled for Friday, October 31, 2025.

Interested parties are also invited to contact Human Resources at joblist@chelanpud.org to discuss the position.

SALARY RANGE

The starting salary range for these positions are as follows:

Management Analyst I is $71,840 - $89,800, (based on qualifications). With tenure and strong performance in this role an employee may earn up to a maximum of $107,760, annualized.

Management Analyst II: $85,600 - $107,000 (based on qualifications). With tenure and strong performance in this role an employee may earn up to a maximum of $128,400, annualized.

Introductory Period: New employees holding regular positions must complete an introductory period of twelve months.

BENEFITS EPOA

In addition to competitive wages Chelan PUD employees also enjoy outstanding benefits which include zero cost employer funded medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits, access to the employee assistance program, a VEBA health reimbursement account, and long-term care.

Washington state retirement PERS participation and optional 457 plan participation with an employer matching 401(a) plan.

Leave, life & disability benefits including paid leave starting at 21 days per calendar year up to 35 with tenure, 11 paid holidays per calendar year, paid jury duty, short-term disability & long-term disability, and basic life, AD&D, and optional voluntary life.

The work life benefits include optional flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care, educational assistance, various rewards and recognition programs and position specific stipends.

For more explanation of the district benefits please visit our benefits website www.mychelanpudbenefits.org.

JOB POSTING

Management Analyst I

Overview

The Management Analyst I is responsible for supporting decision-making processes through analysis, reporting, and research to assist with operational, financial, resource, and strategic planning efforts. It involves maintaining project and operational data, monitoring performance metrics, and facilitating meetings to drive informed decision-making. The role also includes developing and implementing standardized reports, coordinating management reporting, and ensuring data accuracy and reliability. Additionally, this position assists with system development initiatives and process improvement projects as needed.

Responsibilities

- Conduct or assist with decision support analysis and research to support operational, financial, resource, and strategic planning effort

- Maintain and update data systems with relevant financial, operational, or project-related information, such as budgets, schedules, and resource allocations.

- Monitor performance metrics, identify variances, and prepare supporting documentation. Evaluate data for accuracy and reliability

- Develop and implement monitoring processes, standardized reports, and coordinate the production of management reports.

- Organize and facilitate decision making meetings.

- Document internal business processes and identify opportunities for improvement. Conduct research, propose solutions, and assist with the implementation of process enhancements.

- Support committee activities by coordinating meetings, tracking project progress, preparing status reports, assisting with financial documentation, and ensuring project completion.

- Assist with system development initiatives by providing user input and support.

- Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).

Reports To

Business Manager; Manager - Project Support

Overtime exemption

Exempt

Qualifications

Education

Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.

- Associate Degree (A.A., A.S.) in Finance, Math, Economics, Business from a two-year college or technical school is required.

- Bachelor's Degree (B.S., B.A.) in Finance, Math, Economics, Business, or a related field from a four-year college or university is preferred.

- Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.

Experience

- 2+ years experience performing analysis, data management, data analysis in various software, financial and/or operational support is required.

- Utility industry experience is preferred.

Skills and Abilities

A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities:

- Knowledge of utility industry business practices.

- General knowledge of database structures

- Basic statistical knowledge

- General knowledge of the operations and activities of the assigned business unit

- General knowledge of data systems in use by the business unit

- Data analysis

- Research

- Data extraction

- Report development

- Technical writing skills

- Critical thinking

- Active listening

- Reading comprehension

- Verbal and written communication skills

- Customer Service

- Ability to identify problems and use logic and deductive reasoning to develop ideas or solutions.

- Must have the ability to learn new data systems and reporting technology.

- Ability to design reports.

- To perform this job successfully, an individual is required to have knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials; PeopleSoft Time Entry/HRIS; Microsoft Outlook; Microsoft Word; Microsoft PowerPoint; Primavera; Maximo Order Processing; Maximo Asset Management and reporting applications such as Cognos. Intermediate knowledge is required in Microsoft Excel.

- Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.

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Physical Demands

- Sitting - Regularly

- Standing - Occasionally

- Walking - Occasionally

- Lifting 1-10 lbs Floor-Waist - Occasionally

- Lifting 1-10 lbs Waist-Shoulders - Occasionally

- Lifting 1-10 lbs Above Shoulders - Occasionally

- Twisting at Waist - Occasionally

- Stooping/Bending - Occasionally

- Reach Waist to Shoulder - Occasionally

- Wrist/hand/fingers manipulation (keyboarding, mousing, etc.) - Frequently

- Repetitive Motions - Frequently

- Talking - Frequently

- Hearing - Frequently

- Visual - Near Acuity - Regularly

- Visual - Far Acuity - Regularly

- Visual - Depth Perception - Regularly

- Visual - Color Discrimination - Regularly

Working Conditions

- Exposure to Weather - Occasionally

- Noise Intensity Level: - Moderate

District Values

- Safety - Protect public and employee health and safety

- Stewardship - Acting on behalf of customer-owners, protecting public resources entrusted to us

- Trustworthy - Competence, integrity, respect

- Operational Excellence - High-quality innovative work execution

Management Analyst II

Overview

This position is primarily responsible for providing decision support analysis, reporting, and research to support operational, asset, financial and/or resource planning efforts. Conducts independent analysis, research, and reporting. Participates in short, mid and long range planning activities and monitors progress on achievement of goals. Organizes and facilitates decision making meetings and planning processes. Contributes to process improvements, and may lead system and procedure definition activities. Participates in cross functional teams and system development projects. This role primarily supports Customer Utilities.

Responsibilities

- Conduct decision support analysis and research supporting operational, asset, financial, and resource planning.

- Provide statistical information to ensure the most effective utilization of personnel, equipment and materials.

- Monitor performance on goals. Analyze and explain reasons for variances. Develop decision support materials.

- Develop and communicate planning schedules and milestones.

- Document internal business processes and identify potential improvements. Conduct research, formulate solutions, and coordinate implementation of process changes impacting multiple people, workgroups or systems.

- Conduct special studies or projects of a limited scope and moderate impact.

- Participate in system development initiatives or projects to capture, monitor and measure outcomes of financial plans, operational activities or projects.

- Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).

Reports To

Manager - Business

Overtime exemption

Exempt

Qualifications

Education

Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.

- Bachelor's Degree (B.S., B.A.) in Finance, Math, Economics, Business, or a related field from a four-year college or university is required.

- Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.

Experience

- 3+ years experience as Management Analyst I, or other similar professional experience performing data management, reporting, conducting process evaluations, and performing financial or operational analysis is required.

- Experience in the utility industry is preferred.

Skills and Abilities

A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities:

- Knowledge of utility industry business practices

- General knowledge of database structures

- Basic statistical knowledge

- General knowledge of the operations and activities of the assigned business unit

- In depth knowledge of data systems in use by the business unit

- Data analysis

- Research

- Data extraction

- Report development

- Technical writing skills

- Critical thinking

- Active listening

- Reading comprehension

- Verbal and written communication skills

- Customer Service

- Ability to identify potential problems and use logic and deductive reasoning to develop numerous ideas or solutions.

- Able to develop data models and apply basic statistical tests.

- Must be able to develop basic project plans, schedules and labor/cost estimates.

- Must have the ability to learn new data systems and teach others.

- To perform this job successfully, an individual is required to have intermediate knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Word; and reporting applications, such as Cognos, knowledge of PeopleSoft Timekeeping/HR; Microsoft Outlook; Microsoft PowerPoint; Primavera; Maximo Order Processing; and Maximo Asset Management.

- Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.

Physical Demands

- Sitting - Regularly

- Standing - Occasionally

- Walking - Occasionally

- Lifting 1-10 lbs Floor-Waist - Occasionally

- Lifting 1-10 lbs Waist-Shoulders - Occasionally

- Lifting 1-10 lbs Above Shoulders - Occasionally

- Twisting at Waist - Occasionally

- Stooping/Bending - Occasionally

- Reach Waist to Shoulder - Occasionally

- Wrist/hand/fingers manipulation (keyboarding, mousing, etc.) - Frequently

- Repetitive Motions - Frequently

- Talking - Frequently

- Hearing - Frequently

- Visual - Near Acuity - Regularly

- Visual - Far Acuity - Regularly

- Visual - Depth Perception - Regularly

- Visual - Color Discrimination - Regularly

Working Conditions

- Exposure to Weather - Occasionally

- Noise Intensity Level: - Moderate

District Values

- Safety - Protect public and employee health and safety

- Stewardship - Acting on behalf of customer-owners, protecting public resources entrusted to us

- Trustworthy - Competence, integrity, respect

- Operational Excellence - High-quality innovative work execution

DISCLAIMER

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. This should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

EEO

Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

We value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected classifications as defined by law.

EEO Law Posters can be found on the main Careers page in English and Spanish.

Chelan PUD will not be offering any work visa sponsorship for this role.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $71,840.00 - $128,400.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Professional development assistance

- Tuition reimbursement

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person