Join Chelan PUD as a Power Risk Analyst
Chelan County PUD is seeking a Power Risk Analyst to support our mission of delivering reliable, sustainable energy to the communities of North Central Washington. Based in Wenatchee, this role is part of a collaborative team responsible for monitoring market activity, validating transactions, and analyzing energy-related risks. We're offering opportunities at the Analyst II or Senior level based on your experience. This is a great opportunity to contribute to risk management efforts in a public utility setting while gaining valuable insight into energy markets and trading operations.
This position is not remote or hybrid, and requires relocation to Wenatchee, Washington. Relocation reimbursement may be provided.
Power Risk Analyst II Overview
The Power Risk Analyst II plays a crucial role in identifying, assessing, and managing risks associated with power trading, energy markets, and regulatory compliance. This position is responsible for providing analytical support, developing risk reports, and ensuring data accuracy in risk management processes. The analyst collaborates with cross-functional teams to monitor trading activities, enforce compliance, and enhance risk mitigation strategies.
- Market Risk Monitoring : Develop and maintain regular and ad-hoc reports for the risk management team, which provide insights into power trading activities and risk exposure. Compile and submit compliance related reports, as assigned.
- Transaction Monitoring : Review trade capture activity, ensuring transactions meet internal standards and risk tolerance limits related to current bilateral markets and / or future organized markets.
- Data Analysis and Validation : Analyze transactional data for accuracy and compliance with policies, procedures and contracts. Identify and resolve errors, ensuring data integrity and compliance with established policy limits.
- Cross-functional Collaboration : Work closely with trading, compliance, finance, and operations teams to resolve data discrepancies, improve reporting accuracy, and address risk-related challenges. Cross-train on assigned credit risk management duties and provide backup support as assigned.
- Process Improvement : Contribute to the enhancement of risk monitoring procedures, reporting tools, and overall risk management processes to improve efficiency and decision-making.
- 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 : Program Manager - Power Risk Management
Overtime exemption : Exempt
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field is required.3+ years of experience in finance, data analysis, risk management, or energy markets is required.1 year experience in power risk analysis is preferred.Skills and Abilities :
Knowledge of Financial Markets : Solid understanding of financial, commodity, and energy markets, with basic power and credit risk management principles.Advanced Data Skills : Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas and data manipulation, Word and PowerPoint. Familiarity with data reporting tools such as Power BI.Attention to Detail : Strong focus on accuracy, including data validation and reporting.Problem-Solving Abilities : Ability to analyze complex data sets and resolve data inconsistencies.Organizational Skills : Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.Records Management : Ability to maintain accurate, records and documentation in compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.Interpersonal Skills : Strong communication and collaboration skills, enabling effective work with cross-functional teams.Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.Physical Demands
Sitting Frequent 34-66%Standing Frequent 34-66%Walking Occasional 11-33%Stooping / Bending Occasional 11-33%Reach Waist to Shoulder Occasional 11-33%Wrist / hand / fingers manipulation (keyboarding, mousing, etc.) Frequent 34-66%Repetitive Motions Frequent 34-66%Talking Frequent 34-66%Visual - Far Acuity Occasional 11-33%Visual - Depth Perception Occasional 11-33%Working Conditions
Noise Intensity Level : - ModerateDistrict Values
Safety - Protect public and employee health and safetyStewardship - Acting on behalf of customer-owners, protecting public resources entrusted to usTrustworthy - Competence, integrity, respectOperational Excellence - High-quality innovative work executionEqual Opportunity / ADA
Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled). 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.