JOB TITLE: DG ANALYTICS LEAD

LOCATION: Illinois Ave

REPORTS TO: DER Program Manager

POSITION STATUS: EXEMPT, NON-BARGAINING UNIT

Be a part of the team that is transforming the power industry of northern and eastern Maine.

Versant Power is building on our 100-year history of delivering efficient, safe and reliable electricity service to customers in northern and eastern Maine. We never lose sight of safety, quality, integrity and innovation.We are committed to our dedicated people, who inspire us every day to deliver something more powerful than power alone.

POSITION OVERVIEW: This DG Analytics Position will provide oversight to manage the data provided by the DG Group. The position will champion the value of data related to Distributed Generation. This individual will also be the focal point of interaction for the various departments that utilize the data DG provides, and will understand the business processes that retrieve, support, or require the data.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Act as the primary liaison for data needs between other departments and DG
• Understand and ensure that all DG data tracked is compliant with the Maine Public Utilities Commission Chapter 324 (Small Generator Interconnection Procedures), accurate, accessible and utilized by other departments.
• Develop, improve and monitor data metrics for DG
• Assist in any financial needs by the DG team, including but not limited to invoicing, expensing, reconciliation of and reporting on DG projects
• Work with internal business leaders to understand department data needs as related to distributed generation
• Query data, prepare reports and aid in DG analytics as requested by internal and external stakeholders, including any regulatory data needs
• Maintain information applications/databases and sustain and improve with industry technology developments
• Participate on projects related to DG data, serving as an operations/business area Subject Matter Expert for data gathering, business process discussion and other project meetings as needed
• Performs other related duties as assigned, including designated duties associated with System Restoration

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering or similar field preferred
• Knowledge of utility concepts
• Understanding of utility business processes and industry trends related to DG data and related systems
• Knowledge of IT networks, customer operations, policies, procedures, standards, tools, technology and systems environment preferred
• Ability to provide clear instructions, technical direction, and performance management
• Experience with data collection, maintenance and complex statistical analysis preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency in working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint) required, Smartsheet experience preferred.

PERSONAL QUALITIES :

• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills; ability to effectively communicate across multiple organizations
• Excellent technical, analytical, and organizational skills
• Driven by process and data optimization
• Forward thinking; enjoys strategic planning, problem solving and delivering results
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage high levels of stress

NOTES:

• Position is primarily sedentary; some walking, standing and driving required
• Position requires strong oral and written communication skills
• Position requires strong interpersonal skills
• Position requires visual and mental concentration
• Position can be stressful due to deadlines and multitasking requirements
• Versant Power is a tobacco free, drug free and fragrance free workplace

RATE OF PAY:

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION:

If you are interested in learning more please apply by submitting an application

Non Bargaining Unit, Regular and Term employees who have at least six (6) months satisfactory job performance and attendance records in their current job are eligible to apply for posted openings.

Versant Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

This job description is subject to change at any time.