Customer Energy Solutions Portfolio Planner

Job Description:

Customer Energy Solutions Portfolio Planner

Description

Position Description

Tacoma Power's Power Management team is looking for a Customer Energy Solutions Portfolio Planner to join their team! In this role you will work closely with the Customer Energy Solutions (CES) Manager and Leadership team. This position provides technical, data-driven and innovative advice informing the development and maintenance of the CES program portfolio. A key task is drafting the biennial Conservation and Energy Programs Plan, which serves as a roadmap for CES’s development and implementation of its conservation program portfolio. The plan must cost-effectively achieve energy conservation targets under the WA Energy Independence Act while also meeting policy objectives related to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and supporting positive customer engagement. Another key responsibility of this position is to lead the conservation potential assessment and the demand response potential assessment activities that inform both our plan and our regulatory obligations. On an ongoing basis, the position also provides analysis to inform portfolio management and program modification using industry knowledge, program data, outside data sources and customer data from the utility’s various systems. The position actively helps to advise on a transition to new energy programs such as demand response and electrification programs into the overall CES portfolio. Additionally, this position may serve as a technical coordinator in the region in matters related to CES’s program programs and portfolio.

Responsibilities Include:

• Serve as lead for Conservation Potential Assessment (CPA) process
• Serve as lead for Demand Response Potential Assessment (DRPA) process
• Provide insight, data, and analysis for Electric Vehicle Potential Analysis (EVPA)
• Develop the Customer Energy Solutions (CES) plan which includes conservation targets and electrification strategies needed for regulatory obligations
• Provide analysis for cost effectiveness tests (such as the Utility Cost Test and the Total Resource Cost) for new and ongoing programs.
• Reviewing and analyzing data from internal and external sources including AMI data, market research, and business intelligence information, etc.
• Utilize deterministic and probabilistic economic models for near term and long-term planning decisions for the CES Program Portfolio.
• Ensuring the plan complies with internal and regulatory guidelines
• Collecting and editing quantitative and qualitative data that describes the plan
• Coordinating with multi-departmental / multi-disciplinary team members
• Assist purchasing processes for program vendors
• Working with management to create performance metrics
• Developing business cases for initiating, improving and terminating programs bpry using sophisticated economic tools and methods
• Presenting recommendations to management, program staff, and stakeholders as it relates to the strategy of the portfolio
• Study, interpret and recommend actions regarding public policy impacts on programs
• Provide recommendations for Power Management on policy matters
• Liaisons with policy staff to track and comment and relevant state and federal legislation

Qualifications

Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, construction management, engineering or directly related field

Minimum Experience*
5 years of experience in energy conservation or energy efficiency programs including 1 year prior at senior, lead and/or supervisory level

*Relevant education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis

Desired Experience:

• Experience with data querying languages such as SQL
• Experience with other data analysis languages such as R or Python
• Awareness of WA state laws and policies that govern conservation and other energy programs work
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Certified Measurement and Verification Professional (CMVP) Certification, or relevant experience in building energy operations.

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

Apply

All interested individuals mustapply online and attach a resume and cover letter that includes major responsibilities and accomplishments related to the position.

Appointment is subject to references and passing a background check.

A Commitment to Equity & Diversity
At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.

If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.

Tacoma Power
Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 180,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town.

Compensation & Benefits
Pay Details:
Annual Salary: $122,096.00 - $171,953.60

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For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591-5400 by 4:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement.

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Communication with the City of Tacoma

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The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 6/3/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$122,096.00 - $171,953.60 Annually