Rate Analyst Journey

Department: Revenue Strategy Location:

Sacramento, CA, US, 95817-1899

Maximum Pay Rate: $134,284.80

Civil Service Status: Civil Service

Apply by Date: 04/29/2025

Posting Type: Open

The Revenue Strategy team is excited to announce the opening of this position. In this role, you will be performing rate analysis, conducting research, accessing large datasets with billing data, and working closely with Load Research & Forecasting, Budget Office, Information Technology and Customer and Grid Strategy teams. Your work in this area plays a highly visible role in SMUD's 2030 Zero Carbon Plan.

Purpose

To perform research and comparative analysis of load, market, end-use and cost of service studies and conceptualize and design rate structures to ensure establishment of rates which meet SMUD objectives and revenue requirements and comply with Board policies.

Nature and Scope

This is the journey level within the Rate Analyst classification series and will demonstrate working knowledge of rates with minimal oversight. Under general supervision, the journey level performs difficult and more complex work than the entry level as outlined by the supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities

Retail electric rates and related utility standards; market research techniques, including data validation and correction; business policies and procedures; interrelationships between business operations and relevant external entities; federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations affecting financial practices; accounting and financing; budget practices; fundamentals and practices of various analytical approaches; techniques and practices for cost benefit analyses; fundamentals of statistics; project management techniques; methods and techniques to manage cross-functional teams; methods and techniques for report preparation and writing; techniques and strategies for public speaking; techniques related to customer relations and public interaction on sensitive issues; safety policies, practices and procedures; English grammar, punctuation and vocabulary standards; Microsoft Office Suite applications, databases, Data Governance, documentation, file organization, and Adobe Acrobat.

Skills To

Develop and maintain spreadsheets; develop and maintain sophisticated computer models in various computer environments; develop and maintain analysis using financial or statistical information, access data using various database tools and software packages; compile and analyze complex financial operating and statistical data on one's own; interpret, evaluate and apply pertinent policies, procedures, regulations and requirements; gather data from appropriate sources and identify relevant factors; evaluate complex issues and develop/implement resolution alternatives; compile and prepare technical, statistical and/or analytical reports and presentations; summarize and present analysis results in charts and graphs using presentation software; collaborate with cross-functional teams on sensitive issues; develop and conduct oral presentations to internal/external audiences; explain complex and/or controversial policies, regulations, procedures and/or activities internally/externally; work under close public scrutiny; communicate effectively orally and in writing internally/externally; establish and maintain effective working relationships internally/externally.

Desirable Qualifications

Applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) - Who We Are

As the nation's sixth-largest community-owned electric service provider, we're proud of our reputation as one of the best places to work in Sacramento. Our employees tell us in our engagement surveys they're "Happy, satisfied and engaged" which helps create a workplace that best serves our customers. Sacramento was named as the 2nd happiest place to work in America by Forbes Magazine. Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the world-renowned Napa Valley are within easy driving distance of our locations.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

SMUD celebrates diversity, and inspires an inclusive culture based on trust and respect to create belonging and connection among our employees, customers, and communities. By working together, we are powering positive, equitable opportunities for all. We aspire to be a workplace where you can be yourself, achieve your best, and thrive together.

An example of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is when SMUD signed the California Equal Pay Pledge in 2020. This requires equal pay for employees who perform “substantially similar work,” when viewed as a composite of skill, effort, and responsibility at the time those employees started within that classification. As such, initial hiring salary range is not subject to negotiation and salaries will vary over time based on performance.

SMUD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual qualifications, merit, and business needs and interests.

Why Sacramento, California?

The capitol of California, Sacramento is the state's sixth-largest city, and the 35th largest in the U.S. Local universities include California State University, University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law, and the University of California, Davis and several competitive community colleges. The UC Davis Medical Center, a world-renowned research hospital, is one of more than a dozen hospitals and shared services centers in the Sacramento region. Part of the agriculturally-rich Central Valley, Sacramento is at the forefront of the farm-to-fork food movement. Northern California is home to some of the country's top technology companies, including Google and LinkedIn, and a multitude of startups in many industries. Sacramento is home to the NBA Kings, the River Cats (AAA baseball), the Republic FC (soccer) and the San Francisco Giants, NBA Warriors and NFL 49er's aren't far away. Sacramento offers an affluent liberal arts community with Broadway, Mondavi Center, Crocker Museum and summer musical theater to name a few.

Hybrid Work

This position will be required to work onsite one or more days a week on a regular basis; sometimes more or less, depending on the work and, at any of our SMUD locations. SMUD takes pride in powering the Sacramento region community where we live and work. We value the strong working relationships we develop with our colleagues. Our approach to remote work will continue to evolve. Please be aware that should SMUD’s business needs change, emergencies occur, or various other reasons arise, you may be required to report onsite on a part-time or full-time basis.

SMUD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. SMUD complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

SMUD expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of SMUD employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Req ID: 2108