PacifiCorp

Pricing & COS Analyst

PacifiCorp$77K — $106K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in economics, mathematics, business, accounting, or related field; equivalent education and experience acceptable.
  • Advanced degree preferred to enhance analytical capabilities.
  • Minimum of three years of regulatory experience in the energy sector.
  • Strong data analysis skills, including trending, forecasting, and modeling ability.
  • Knowledge of utility economics and relevant regulatory laws.
  • Proficient in spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation software for data analysis.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with various internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct analyses on cost of service and retail electric price design.
  • Draft regulatory testimony, exhibits, and tariff changes with analytical backing.
  • Present findings and recommendations to management on regulatory strategies.
  • Prepare responses for rate requests and conduct rate comparisons.
  • Analyze data for trends and forecasts to support pricing decisions.
  • Interpret regulatory rules and orders to inform internal teams.
  • Oversee the work of associate analysts as needed.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance packages.
  • 401k with fixed contributions and match, plus Roth and saving options for retirement planning.
  • Life insurance and additional voluntary benefits like pet insurance.
  • Tuition assistance for further education and professional growth.
  • Mass transit pass benefits for employees in specific locations.
  • Generous paid time off policies tailored to employee types (Union/Non-Union).
  • Paid parental leave and bereavement leave, along with short-term disability options.
Full Job Description
General Purpose

Join a team that helps shape the future of energy pricing and regulatory strategy!

As a Pricing & Cost of Service Analyst, you will conduct in-depth analyses of utility rates, pricing structures, and cost-of-service data to support informed business and regulatory decisions. This role is responsible for developing cost-of-service studies, evaluating rate design and rate spread alternatives, and preparing proposals to revise retail electric prices. Leveraging data-driven insights, you will perform feasibility studies, cost-benefit assessments, revenue analyses, forecasting, and trend evaluations, while partnering with internal stakeholders to develop recommendations that balance customer impacts, regulatory requirements, and business objectives. The position offers a unique opportunity to influence pricing strategies and contribute to the delivery of safe, reliable, and affordable energy services.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct analysis related to cost of service, design of retail electric prices, rate spread, special contract analysis, revenue normalization, rate analysis, and reporting.
  • Draft testimony, exhibits and tariff changes to be filed with state regulatory commissions and provide analytical support.
  • Present analysis and provide alternatives and recommendations to department management and influence decisions regarding regulatory policies and strategies.
  • Prepare and respond to requests for rates and rate comparisons.
  • Gather, analyze, and interpret data for trends, forecasts, and modeling.
  • Interpret rules and regulatory orders to internal parties.
  • As assigned, oversee the work of associate analysts.


This role provides support to the following positions:Senior Pricing & Cost of Service Analysts and Specialists; Director of Pricing, Cost of Service & Regulatory Operations; Directo of Regulatory Affairs - PP; Regulatory Managers; Customer Service and Community Relations Personnel

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in economics, mathematics, business, accounting, or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Advanced degree preferred.
  • A minimum of three years of regulatory experience.
  • Data gathering, analysis, interpretation, trending, forecasting, and modeling.
  • Knowledge of applicable Company policies and procedures; applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations.
  • Proficient with the use of personal computers including spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation applications to gather, analyze, and model information.
  • Communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult with internal and external customers regarding matters/issues which may be sensitive in nature.
  • Ability to work with all levels of an organization including people with different styles and backgrounds and ability to work as a member of a team.
  • Ability to present alternatives and recommendations.
  • Ability to prioritize and coordinate projects and be accountable for project outcomes.
  • Understanding of utility economics.
  • Experience with Cognos and advanced Microsoft Excel. Experience with Visual Basic preferred.
  • Travel may be required.


Benefits

At PacifiCorp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn't just about your physical health - your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle

Our Benefits include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, PacifiCorp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute.
  • Life insurance
  • Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.


Work Life Balance:
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union)
  • Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing


For more information, please visit: https://careers.pacificorp.com/content/New-Benefits-Page/?locale=en_US

Additional Information

Req Id: 114805
Company Code: PacifiCorp #PM25
Primary Location: PORTLAND, OR
Department: Rocky Mountain Power
Schedule: FULL TIME, 100% onsite
Hiring Range: $77,200 - $106,150

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.

About PacifiCorp

PacifiCorp is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Energy, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway. PacifiCorp is an electric power company that operates in six western states: Oregon, Washington, California, Utah, Wyoming, and Idaho. The company was founded in 1910 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon. PacifiCorp provides electricity to 1.9 million customers and has 8,000 employees.
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