Marketing Analyst (contract)

Xcel Energy; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking an entry-level administrative and program-support team member in Minnesota to assist with residential conservation and beneficial electrification programs. You’ll work with product managers and contribute to data management, budget tracking, and customer interactions across multiple program facets.

The role emphasizes operational support, accurate data entry, meeting coordination, and producing communications materials, with opportunities to engage in public events and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience with data entry, database management or budget tracking is a plus
• Interest in energy conservation, sustainability, or utility programs is beneficial

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to product managers overseeing residential conservation and beneficial electrification programs
• Perform accurate and timely data entry and ongoing database maintenance to ensure program records are current and reliable
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, and internal events including scheduling, agenda preparation, and follow-up documentation
• Assist in the development and production of program collateral and communications materials
• Support budget tracking activities by monitoring expenditures and flagging variances for review
• Process contract approvals and invoices in accordance with company procedures and timelines
• Interact with customers to resolve program-related inquiries and issues in a professional and timely manner
• Represent the company and its programs and services at meetings, workshops, and public events
• Support the development and management of select program delivery components as assigned
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless program operations and customer experience

Skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Data entry

Budget tracking

Customer service

Public representation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Office productivity tools

Data management software

Job description

Job Summary

This is an exciting entry-level opportunity to join a dynamic utility team dedicated to advancing residential conservation and beneficial electrification programs. In this support-focused role, you will work closely with product managers to help deliver impactful programs that make a real difference for customers and the community. You will contribute to a broad range of operational and administrative functions — from data management and budget tracking to customer interaction and public representation — gaining valuable hands-on experience across multiple facets of program delivery.

This is an exciting entry-level opportunity to join a dynamic utility team dedicated to advancing residential conservation and beneficial electrification programs. In this support-focused role, you will work closely with product managers to help deliver impactful programs that make a real difference for customers and the community. You will contribute to a broad range of operational and administrative functions — from data management and budget tracking to customer interaction and public representation — gaining valuable hands-on experience across multiple facets of program delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to product managers overseeing residential conservation and beneficial electrification programs


• Perform accurate and timely data entry and ongoing database maintenance to ensure program records are current and reliable


• Coordinate meetings, workshops, and internal events including scheduling, agenda preparation, and follow-up documentation


• Assist in the development and production of program collateral and communications materials


• Support budget tracking activities by monitoring expenditures and flagging variances for review


• Process contract approvals and invoices in accordance with company procedures and timelines


• Interact with customers to resolve program-related inquiries and issues in a professional and timely manner


• Represent the company and its programs and services at meetings, workshops, and public events


• Support the development and management of select program delivery components as assigned


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless program operations and customer experience

Skills

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both internal collaboration and external customer interaction


• Attention to detail, particularly in data entry, invoice processing, and budget tracking


• Proficiency with standard office productivity and data management tools


• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment


• Customer service orientation with a professional and approachable demeanor


• Comfort representing an organization in public-facing settings such as workshops and community events


• Basic understanding of or interest in energy conservation, sustainability, or utility programs is a plus

Experience

• Prior experience in an administrative, program support, or customer service role is preferred but not required


• Experience with data entry, database management, or budget tracking in a professional setting is a plus


• Any background in utilities, energy efficiency, or environmental programs is beneficial

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor\u2019s degree in a related field preferred


• Any relevant coursework or certification in business administration, environmental studies, or energy management is a plus

The closing date for applications for this job posting is 9/3/2026.

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Pay Rate Range

21.69 - 28.92 USD hourly