Title: Resource Planning Analyst Journey

Department: Renewable and Carbon Portfolio Planning

Location:

Sacramento, CA, US, 95817-1899

Category: Miscellaneous

Minimum Pay Rate: $106,537.60

Maximum Pay Rate: $141,148.80

Apply by Date: 06/26/2025

Posting Type: Open

SMUD is actively seeking a highly motivated Resource Planning Analyst Journey in the Renewable and Carbon Portfolio Planning team and is also considering filling this vacancy at the entry level Resource Planning Analyst. This position is critical within our department to help SMUD reach it's 2030 Zero Carbon Plan goal. This position presents an exciting opportunity for the qualified candidate to contribute to the most aggressive decarbonization goal in the country on a dynamic, fast paced team. The department will be filling one position at either the Journey or Entry level. If you are interested in the Resource Planning Analyst Entry level position you will need to apply to that position separately.

Significant aspects of this role involve supporting SMUD’s Renewables Portfolio Standard (RPS) and renewable energy credit strategies; assisting with compliance filings for the RPS and Power Source Disclosure Programs; and supporting work on the long-term outlook of carbon allowances and the California Air Resources Board’s Cap and Trade program.

This position will be filled at either the Entry or Journey level. To be considered for the Journey level, please apply to requisition #2261.

Purpose

To plan and perform technical, integrated studies that address operational, risk, financial and rate considerations of SMUD resource options and decisions to support development of optimum long-range generation expansion plans and identify specific projects satisfying future generation requirements to ensure SMUD an adequate, reliable and cost effective electric system.

Nature and Scope

This classification is comprised of two levels: Level E is the entry-level where incumbents are provided formal training and/or certification for progression to the journey-level of the classification. The incumbent is promoted/progressed to the journey level J upon successful completion of all training and/or certification requirements for the classification. Incumbents hired at the entry-level are required to successfully progress to the journey-level within 18 to 60 months, depending on the length of the training and/or certification program. If an employee is unsuccessful with progressing to the journey-level they will return to last class held or separate from SMUD.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports or operates production cost models for SMUD and the WECC region.

• Develops and maintains electricity demand and supply databases for SMUDs system model and neighboring market hubs.

• Optimizes the long-term energy resources to meet expected electric system load.

• Supports development of long-term wholesale power, ancillary services, transmission service prices and availability forecasts.

• Provides technical support in electric utility energy, financial forecasting and analysis to other departments for their use in operations planning and power scheduling, contract negotiations, supply-and demand-side resource assessment, rate design, and financial planning.

• Performs economic and financial feasibility analysis to determine benefit/cost of resource alternatives including generation projects, wholesale electric market purchases/sales, or demand side programs; provides recommendations based on analysis.

• Assists in development of SMUD marginal energy, transmission, distribution and customer costs.

• Supports the preparation of SMUDs strategic integrated resource planning report as well as other regulatory related reports and filings.

• Reviews and oversees contract work performed by consultants on certain special projects.

• Prepares and delivers technical and verbal reports to staff, peers, management, and the general public.

• Performs related duties as required.

Required Education

• BS/BA degree from an accredited college or university majoring in engineering, economics or related field or equivalent experience. If no degree, seven or more (7+) years of experience are required.

Required Experience Qualifications

• Three or more (3+) years of progressively responsible relevant work experience in electricity related fields such as production costs modeling, market price forecasting, and utility related financial and economic analysis.

Knowledge Of

SMUD business strategies, planning and decision making processes; SMUD organization, accounting and finance practices; SMUD generation, power contracts, transmission, and distribution resources; current utility structure including lSO/PX procedures and applicable federal, state and local regulation; electricity power production, transmission and distribution operations; physical and contractual characteristics of WSCC regional transmission and generating systems; WSCC supply, operating and transmission planning criteria; economic, financial and business analytical techniques; SEC, CEC, WSCC and FERC reporting for purposes of acquiring utility financial and operating data for competitive analysis purposes; standard operating procedures for modern office equipment including a computer and applicable software; English grammar, punctuation and vocabulary standards.

Skills To

Conceptualize and develop an organized analytic approach to provide the information necessary to support corporate policy and business strategies; estimate marginal costs for SMUDs power, transmission, distribution and customer service components; perform production cost and financial forecasts with the aid of sophisticated computer programs; perform resource and financial evaluations; organize, write, edit and present analyses and information in both written and oral form; effectively manage complex projects and contracted consultant and assigned task force personnel; utilize a personal computer and/or computer terminal, systems and software relevant to the job; communicate effectively orally and in writing internally/externally; establish and maintain effective working relationships internally/externally.

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of renewable energy and California’s Renewables Portfolio Standard Program

• Familiarity with carbon reduction efforts and California’s Cap and Trade Program

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work with large data sets to conduct market analysis and forecasting for informed decision-making

• Time management and organization skills for managing multiple responsibilities

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently and build relationships

• Knowledge of project development/management skills

Physical Requirements

Applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) - Who We Are

As the nation's sixth-largest community-owned electric service provider, we're proud of our reputation as one of the best places to work in Sacramento. Our employees tell us in our engagement surveys they're "Happy, satisfied and engaged" which helps create a workplace that best serves our customers. Sacramento was named as the 2nd happiest place to work in America by Forbes Magazine. Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the world-renowned Napa Valley are within easy driving distance of our locations.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

SMUD celebrates diversity, and inspires an inclusive culture based on trust and respect to create belonging and connection among our employees, customers, and communities. By working together, we are powering positive, equitable opportunities for all. We aspire to be a workplace where you can be yourself, achieve your best, and thrive together.

An example of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is when SMUD signed the California Equal Pay Pledge in 2020. This requires equal pay for employees who perform “substantially similar work,” when viewed as a composite of skill, effort, and responsibility at the time those employees started within that classification. As such, initial hiring salary range is not subject to negotiation and salaries will vary over time based on performance.

SMUD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual qualifications, merit, and business needs and interests.

Why Sacramento, California?

The capitol of California, Sacramento is the state's sixth-largest city, and the 35th largest in the U.S. Local universities include California State University, University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law, and the University of California, Davis and several competitive community colleges. The UC Davis Medical Center, a world-renowned research hospital, is one of more than a dozen hospitals and shared services centers in the Sacramento region. Part of the agriculturally-rich Central Valley, Sacramento is at the forefront of the farm-to-fork food movement. Northern California is home to some of the country's top technology companies, including Google and LinkedIn, and a multitude of startups in many industries. Sacramento is home to the NBA Kings, the River Cats (AAA baseball), the Republic FC (soccer) and the San Francisco Giants, NBA Warriors and NFL 49er's aren't far away. Sacramento offers an affluent liberal arts community with Broadway, Mondavi Center, Crocker Museum and summer musical theater to name a few.

Hybrid Work

This position will be required to work onsite one or more days a week on a regular basis; sometimes more or less, depending on the work and, at any of our SMUD locations. SMUD takes pride in powering the Sacramento region community where we live and work. We value the strong working relationships we develop with our colleagues. Our approach to remote work will continue to evolve. Please be aware that should SMUD’s business needs change, emergencies occur, or various other reasons arise, you may be required to report onsite on a part-time or full-time basis.

SMUD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. SMUD complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

SMUD expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of SMUD employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Req ID: 2260