Evaluation Data Analyst – Energy Trust of Oregon

IEPEC; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision

Life/disability insurance

401(k) with company contribution

FSA/HSA

Paid vacation/holidays/sick days

Employee assistance program

Hybrid/work-from-home flexibility

Portland office access

Job summary

Energy Trust of Oregon is seeking an Evaluation Data Analyst to manage and analyze data for evaluations, market research and savings claims. You will own key datasets, standardize definitions, and coordinate with Planning, Evaluation, Operations, and IT to improve data systems and processes.

The role involves designing and managing evaluation projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and presenting insights to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
• 2–3 years hands-on experience in data science, data analysis, program evaluation or market research, including management of data analysis projects.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently and with others to successfully complete projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of SQL; experience with Transact‑SQL preferred.
• Proficiency in statistical and data analysis applications, such as R or Python.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and Power BI.
• Ability and interest in learning and mastering new applications and systems quickly and efficiently.
• Strong mathematical, statistical, technical, and analytical aptitude, and detail‑orientation.
• Demonstrated ability to excel in a collaborative team environment, including with parties that may have divergent interests.

Responsibilities

• Conduct descriptive and statistical data analyses and market research for evaluation and market research projects.
• Acquire, develop, manage, integrate, analyze, and visualize third-party and internal datasets to support organizational data and information needs.
• Work with Planning and Evaluation, Operations Analyst, and IT staff to build out the functionality of data systems and make them accessible and useful for staff.
• Serve as owner of key data with the responsibility of standardizing definitions, documentation, content, quality, security, and value throughout the organization.
• Serve as owner of product data and the product maintenance process.
• Design, develop, and manage quantitative and qualitative market research and evaluation projects including data management and analysis. Negotiate with program managers and stakeholders to establish project goals, research design, and timeline.
• Design and manage the request for proposal (RFP) process for projects involving contractors. Manage and direct the selected market research and evaluation contractors.
• Perform QC for external and internal reporting, including ad hoc reporting and regular quarterly and annual reporting.
• Read, edit, and comment on market research and evaluation reports prepared by contractors and Energy Trust staff.
• Assist with developing and delivering training in data analysis and visualization, as well as relevant tools and platforms, to internal and external staff.
• Communicate and present data analysis, evaluation and research results and implications to program staff, management, advisory councils, internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Perform all functions of the job in a safe manner.

Skills

Data analysis

SQL

R or Python

Excel

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Transact-SQL

Power BI

Job description

Evaluation Data Analyst – Energy Trust of Oregon

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Job Title: Evaluation Data Analyst

Company offering job: Energy Trust of Oregon

Job Description: Position: Evaluation Data Analyst

Reports to: Evaluation Manager

Compensation: Competitive starting salary: $74,900 – $93,700, commensurate with skills and experience. Full Pay Range: $74,900 – $112,400.

Employment Classification: Full Time, Exempt

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible; position is open until filled

About Energy Trust of Oregon

Energy Trust of Oregon is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to energy efficiency and renewable energy development. We serve Oregon customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural, Cascade Natural Gas and Avista, and SW Washington customers of NW Natural. Year over year Energy Trust is recognized as one of the 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For in Oregon.

Our Vision:

Affordable energy for everyone.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We recognize the lack of diversity in our industry, and we actively seek to address it with our hiring and retention practices as well as our values. We believe every person and their lived experience is integral to building a vibrant culture and delivering effective services to all customers we serve. We are committed to the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and we encourage candidates with diverse backgrounds and experience to apply.

Our Location

Energy Trust provides for a range of work location options, including remote, hybrid and in-office work. This position will represent Energy Trust in public settings and potentially at community events. We are open to candidates who live throughout Oregon and Washington. The Data Analyst would be expected to report to the office on a quarterly basis, at minimum.

What We’re Looking For:

The Evaluation Data Analyst manages and analyzes data to support evaluations, market research and savings claims at Energy Trust, including managing the catalog of products used to claim energy savings and generation, and the process by which the catalog is regularly updated. The Evaluation Data Analyst assumes ownership of key data with the responsibility of standardizing definitions, documentation, content, quality, security, and value throughout the organization. The Evaluation Data Analyst serves as an expert on Energy Trust data as well as third party data and coordinates with Planning and Evaluation, Operations Analyst, and IT staff on data issues. The Evaluation Data Analyst participates in cross-functional teams and projects to identify, prioritize, and implement improvements to data and systems to increase operational efficiency. The Evaluation Data Analyst also designs, plans, develops, and manages qualitative and quantitative evaluations of Energy Trust’s programs, initiatives, and pilots, as well as market research.

This position is expected to report to the Portland office quarterly at a minimum for all staff and other in-person meetings.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct descriptive and statistical data analyses and market research for evaluation and market research projects.
• Acquire, develop, manage, integrate, analyze, and visualize third-party and internal datasets to support organizational data and information needs.
• Work with Planning and Evaluation, Operations Analyst, and IT staff to build out the functionality of data systems and make them accessible and useful for staff.
• Serve as owner of key data with the responsibility of standardizing definitions, documentation, content, quality, security, and value throughout the organization.
• Serve as owner of product data and the product maintenance process.
• Design, develop, and manage quantitative and qualitative market research and evaluation projects including data management and analysis. Negotiate with program managers and stakeholders to establish project goals, research design, and timeline.
• Design and manage the request for proposal (RFP) process for projects involving contractors. Manage and direct the selected market research and evaluation contractors.
• Perform QC for external and internal reporting, including ad hoc reporting and regular quarterly and annual reporting.
• Read, edit, and comment on market research and evaluation reports prepared by contractors and Energy Trust staff.
• Assist with developing and delivering training in data analysis and visualization, as well as relevant tools and platforms, to internal and external staff.
• Communicate and present data analysis, evaluation and research results and implications to program staff, management, advisory councils, internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Perform all functions of the job in a safe manner.

Supervisory Responsibility:

No direct staff supervision. Obtains the services and directs the work of external contractors.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (such as economics, mathematics, social sciences, or physical science) or equivalent professional experience.
• 2-3 years of hands‑on experience in data science, data analysis, program evaluation or market research, including management of data analysis projects.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently and with others to successfully complete projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Able to distill complex issues, solutions and ideas into concise and understandable terms for audiences in all levels of the company.
• Working knowledge of SQL; experience with Transact‑SQL preferred.
• Proficiency in statistical and data analysis applications, such as R or Python.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and Power BI.
• Ability and interest in learning and mastering new applications and systems quickly and efficiently.
• Strong mathematical, statistical, technical, and analytical aptitude, and detail‑orientation.
• Demonstrated ability to excel in a collaborative team environment, including with parties that may have divergent interests. Must be able to interact with a diverse workforce and be comfortable working in culturally diverse settings and groups.

The above information is designed to outline the major functions and position requirements of this job. It does not identify all tasks that may be expected, nor address the performance standards that must be maintained.

• Health/dental/vision insurance
• Employer sponsored and paid life/disability
• 401(k) with a company contribution of 6% of your salary after 90 days of employment
• Access to health and dependent FSA/HSA accounts
• Generous paid vacation, holidays and sick days
• Employee assistance program
• Great colleagues and culture
• Flexibility to work from home and/or an office space at the Portland, OR location
• Work from home laptop provided
• Read more about our benefits here: https://www.energytrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Energy-Trust-Benefit-Overview.pdf