Resource Analyst II

City of Santa Clara; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Santa Clara, Silicon Valley Power (SVP), seeks a Resource Analyst II to analyze energy markets, negotiate supplier contracts, manage data, and support renewable projects. The role bridges procurement, data, and compliance to drive cost savings and sustainability in SVP’s electric utility operations.

The annual salary range is $119,106.96 to $152,152.20, with potential placement near the minimum. Bachelor's degree and 1 year of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in engineering, economics, math, business, accounting, or related field.
• 1 year of experience analyzing data, managing programs/projects/contracts, and developing reports.
• Ability to interpret complex rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Analyze energy markets and negotiate supplier contracts.
• Manage energy data and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform financial analysis (ROI, cost-benefit).Support energy efficiency/renewable projects.

Skills

Data analysis

Contract management

Financial reporting

Spreadsheet skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Economics, Mathematics, Business, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Department:

Silicon Valley Power (SVP) currently provides 24/7 energy to the City of Santa Clara, with over 50 percent of the electricity from carbon-free and renewable resources. SVP’s customer base is growing, forecasted to almost double its peak by 2030, to a projected 1300 MW. This type of load growth requires extensive planning, procurement, and management to meet the needs of today’s customers while securing power needs to meet the future growth.

It is the mission of Silicon Valley Power to be a progressive, service-oriented utility, offering reliable, sustainable, competitively priced energy and services for the benefit of Santa Clara and its customers.

The Position:

The Resource Analyst II is assigned to work in the City’s Electric Utility Department, Silicon Valley Power (SVP). Incumbents in this classification analyze energy markets, negotiate supplier contracts, manage energy data, ensure adherence to regulations (like the Renewable Portfolio Standard), perform financial analysis (ROI, cost-benefit), and support strategic energy efficiency/renewable projects, bridging procurement, data, and regulatory compliance for cost savings and sustainability. Incumbents work on a wide range of projects and may serve in a project manager capacity as required. Performs related duties as assigned.

The annual salary range for this position is $119,106.96 - $152,152.20. This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range.

Education and Experience

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Economics, Mathematics, Business, Accounting, or other related field and

Minimum Experience Requirements:

• One (1) year of experience performing tasks, including but not limited to:
  1. Analyzing data
  2. Managing programs, projects, and/or contracts
  3. Developing financial or technical reports
  4. Interpreting complex rules and procedures
  5. Preparing research reports
  6. Building spreadsheets, databases, and/or computer programs

Acceptable Substitution:

Four (4) additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s Degree requirement on a year for year basis.

License/Certifications:

None

Desirable Qualifications:

Work experience in any of the following areas:

• Energy resource management, planning, procurement, or optimization
• California Independent System Operator (CAISO) market, tariff, and procedures
• Renewable Portfolio Standards
• California Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Cap and Trade program
• Regulatory agencies such as CPUC, CEC, FERC

Other Requirements:

Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview may be required prior to appointment.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

PERMANENT CITY EMPLOYEES PREFERENCE POINTS:

Current permanent employee candidates who receive a passing score on the examination will have an additional five (5) points added to their final score.

The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [phone] or [e-mail].