Utility Rate Analyst

Position Description

Priority review will be given to applications received before February 3rd.

Seattle Public Utilities is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Utility Rate Analyst. This position provides critical support to the Rates and Financial Planning Team. It is responsible for developing analysis that includes critical information such as Utility Discount Program impacts, Special Charges, and Fund status compliance with Municipal Bond and Loan requirements. It may also be responsible for various reports required by contracts, such as the Wholesale Water contract and the King County Wastewater Treatment contract.

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is one of the region's most highly respected and innovative public utilities. With an annual budget of over $1 billion, SPU is a dynamic and multi‑faceted, rate payer funded utility. Our promise focuses on what’s important to residential and business customers. Our mission is to provide efficient, forward‑looking utility services that keep Seattle the best place to live.

SPU is committed to the delivery of a high‑quality water supply, essential wastewater, storm water, and solid waste services to more than 1.5 million customers we serve in the greater Seattle metropolitan area.

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is seeking a Utility Rate Analyst (Economist) to provide support to the Rates and Financial Planning Team. The Rates and Financial Planning Team provide financial analysis for changes in policy, rate design, and revenue management, as well as compliance with various reporting requirements. This position is responsible for developing analysis that includes critical information such as Utility Discount Program impacts, Special Charges, and Fund status compliance with Municipal Bond and Loan requirements.

It may also be responsible for various reporting required by contracts, such as the Wholesale Water contract and the King County Wastewater Treatment contract. This position is part of a team that reports to the Rates Manager in the Finance Division of the Finance, Administration, and Risk Services Branch.

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SPU is a Community Centered Utility whose mission is to foster healthy people, environment, and economy by partnering with our community to equitably manage water and waste resources for today and future generations. We deliver high quality, vital services, across four major lines of business: providing water, solid waste, drainage and wastewater services for Seattle residents and businesses. In addition, SPU provides drinking water for 1.5 million regional customers in Seattle and other municipalities.

Our customers depend on us to deliver high quality, reliable, and cost‑conscious utility services and to achieve the highest benefits possible for every investment we make.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), please visit: SPU Website, SPU Workplace Expectations (Download PDF reader), Strategic Business Plan.

• Family‑friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free public transportation options
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

• Query, aggregate and analyze data from a variety of sources relating to solid waste, water, wastewater and drainage services.
• Monitor, create reports, and provide analysis related to low‑income programs, including the utility discount program.
• Support the development of utility rate studies and financial models.
• Coordinate loan applications and ongoing administration.
• Support development of programs related to rate design.
• Manage sub‑components of projects to support discrete operational and/or policy‑related needs, as directed by utility fund leads.
• Conduct research and analysis relating to financial, policy or operational concerns, including projections of costs for grant or loan applications or management analysis.
• Enhance procedures and processes to ensure efficiency and compatibility with frequently changing grant reporting requirements.
• Review…