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Central Iowa Power Cooperative Resource Planning Analyst in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Central Iowa Power Cooperative (CIPCO) is currently searching for a Resource Planning Analyst to join the team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This position monitors changing regional transmission organization (RTO) requirements and manages CIPCO’s resource adequacy obligations, counterparty list and master agreement development. To apply for this position, please visit www.cipco.net and click Career Opportunities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Resource Adequacy & Planning:
Monitor RTO energy and capacity market developments and determine the impact on reporting requirements and business strategies.
Participate in RTO committees and working groups that relate to energy and capacity market matters.
Prepare load forecast and resource RTO data submittals.
Monitor CIPCO’s resource adequacy position and recommend resource plan additions.
Participate in the cooperative-wide integrated resource planning (IRP) process.
New Resource Procurement:
Determine necessary regulatory capacity purchases and prepare contracts.
Monitor CIPCO’s counterparty list. Recommend new counterparties and coordinate the development of new master agreements.
Data & Analysis:
Lead the effort to develop CIPCO’s avoided cost and prepare Price Schedule C.
Perform economic analysis to support strategic decision-making across the organization.
Perform data analysis in areas of market performance and market pricing signals working with CIPCO’s Business Intelligence tools.
Evaluate the use of energy storage or other new technologies on the CIPCO system.
Research:
Monitor changes in the industry, technology, energy markets, and regulatory framework to identify, analyze and quantify impacts to CIPCO.
Monitor new technologies and determine how they may fit into CIPCO’s power supply.
Other:
Develop good working relationships with other departments within CIPCO and interface with consultants as needed.
Participate in appropriate professional organizations and attend conferences or training in pertinent areas.
Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Math, Science, Engineering, Finance, Accounting or other related field with a minimum 3 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience working in contract development and resource planning, including economic evaluation preferred
Willingness and ability to collaborate in a team environment and work cross-functionally
Detail-oriented and demonstrates a high level of accuracy
Self-starter with a high level of initiative
Is curious and looks for creative ways to solve problems and answer questions
Ability to assess rapidly changing technologies and apply them to business needs
Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Troubleshooting, problem solving skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational, prioritization and time management skills
Benefits
CIPCO provides its employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health, dental and vision insurance, a pension plan, 401(k) with company match, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and much more.
About CIPCO
CIPCO is a generation and transmission electric cooperative with member systems that serve a population of nearly 300,000 rural and urban residents and more than 13,000 small and large commercial and industrial accounts across Iowa. CIPCO supplies all power requirements for its Member-owners, and as their power provider, is dedicated to delivering 24/7 energy that is affordable, safe, and reliable. For more information visit www.cipco.net. Click here (https://youtu.be/D_u8LGjPh78) to find out why CIPCO is a great place to work!
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Cedar Rapids is in eastern Iowa and is the second-largest city in the state, with a population around 137,000. It is ranked one of the Top 100 Best Places to Live in the U.S. by Livability.com (2023). Click on What’s Great About CR? (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUAcdrNdZkY) or visit www.cedar-rapids.org and click on Discover Cedar Rapids to learn more about the quality-of-life in Cedar Rapids.
EOE M/F/Disability/Veteran