Power System Analyst

Modesto Irrigation District; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Modesto Irrigation District seeks a full-time Power System Analyst in the Power Scheduling Department, Electric Resources Division, to interpret and administer energy purchase agreements and related contracts. You will calculate and analyze energy transactions, monitor power plant usage, and maintain reports and data for regulatory compliance.

This role requires strong mathematical, analytical and communication skills, with responsibilities including forecasting, budget assistance and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with two years of college coursework in math, business, accounting or related field.
• Two years of accounting, data analysis, finance, economics or related experience.
• Knowledge of energy accounting and power interchange transactions.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise reports and analyze data.

Responsibilities

• Calculate, analyze, verify and ensure integrity and contract compliance of energy transactions.
• Analyze power plant generation, station usage and real/reactive power flows.
• Track transmission losses, deviations and power exchange accounts.
• Negotiate and resolve contract discrepancies and resolve meter data issues.
• Develop financial forecasts of energy transactions and related costs.
• Assist in design and development of computer programs and maintain data/records.

Skills

Mathematics

Energy accounting

Power interchange

Data analysis

Finance

Economics

Statistical analysis

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years college coursework in mathematics, business, accounting or related field

Job description

The Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting to fill one full-time regular position in the Power Scheduling Department, Electric Resources Division to interpret and administer the District's and other utility entities purchase power agreements.

Any Qualified Individual May Apply

This is a non-exempt position and allocated to the Administrative, Technical and Clerical Bargaining Unit. The list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill other Power System Analyst vacancies that may occur within the District through October 5, 2027.

• Calculate, analyze, verify and ensure the integrity and contract compliance of the District's energy transactions, power purchases and sales of energy, capacity, spin and transmission
• Power plant generation and station usage
• Real and reactive power flows
• Transmission losses
• Deviations
• Power exchange accounts through proper interpretation of contracts
• Negotiate and implement resolution of contract discrepancies
• Research and resolve meter data discrepancies
• Develop financial forecasts of energy transactions, related costs and operation impact
• Assist in design and development of computer programs
• Maintain reports, records, log and operating data to meet District's and other regulatory agency requirements
• Maintain communication with District personnel, other agencies and the public
• Assist in capital and O&M budget

Other Related Duties

Other duties as assigned

Any combination of education, experience, knowledge and abilities may satisfy the necessary minimum qualifications. A typical way to obtain the education, experience, knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent. Two (2) years of college course work in mathematics, business, accounting or related field.

Experience:

Two (2) years of experience in accounting, data analysis, finance, economics or other related field.

Knowledge of:

• Mathematics, principles of energy accounting, power interchange transactions and interconnected utility operations
• District safety rules

Ability to:

• Prepare clear, complete and concise reports
• Perform statistical data analysis
• Follow oral and written instructions
• Work cooperatively and communicate effectively with others

Qualified applicants must submit a completed District application to the Human Resources Department to be received no later than 5:00 pm, Wednesday, October 28, 2026.

Applications will be reviewed on a comparative basis and only those most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will consist of an overall assessment of the individual's skills through (1) written exam; (2) oral interview; and (3) contacting of references to include current and former supervisors. The applicant must perform successfully in each phase of the recruitment in order to continue in the recruitment process.

Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact Human Resources at [phone]. California Relay Service is available at [phone] voice and [phone] TDD. The Modesto Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED AND APPLICABLE HIGHER EDUCATION DEGREE, PASS A MEDICAL EXAM INCLUDING A DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREEN, AND A COMPLETE BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO BEGINNING WORK.

INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE