Description
Empowering a Sustainable Future: Lead the Charge in Power Resource Strategy
Join the City of Moreno Valley as our next Management Analyst focused on
Power Resources in our Electric Utility Division!
A 2% base salary increase is scheduled to become effective with the first full pay period that begins after July 1, 2025 .
Recruitment may be used to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.
THE POSITION
The position presents a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in the electric utility industry and work with a talented team of utility professionals! The City is seeking a highly skilled, analytical, and innovative Management Analyst (Power Resources) to support strategic power supply planning and compliance for a publicly owned utility within the CAISO balancing authority. Reporting to the Power Supply Manager, this role is pivotal in forecasting electric load, evaluating diverse energy resource options, preparing costs analysis, and supporting financial and regulatory planning aligned with operational goals, and state mandates. Responsibilities include supporting the regular updates to the integrated resource plan (IRP), conducting cost-benefit analyses, supporting procurement and rate impact evaluations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements from agencies such as CAISO, CEC, NERC, CPUC, and CARB. This position will prepare and submit regulatory reports to utility regulatory bodies at the state and federal level. The incumbent will collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments and engage externally with peer utilities and regulatory bodies, while also assisting in infrastructure alignment and capital investment planning.
Job Description
Find additional information in the Management Analyst job description.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate brings experience in electric utility, typically through, resource planning, energy trading, system forecasting, and policy analysis (preferably under CAISO protocols) or closely related field. They excel in modeling and interpreting complex data sets to develop actionable insights and possess proficiency in analytical tools including Excel, coding, and statistical software. A strong grasp of RA, RPS, IRP, and GHG mandates, coupled with the ability to synthesize engineering, economic, and regulatory considerations, is essential. Effective communication, technical writing, and cross-departmental collaboration are key, as is a proactive and innovative approach to managing evolving energy challenges such as electrification and distributed energy resource integration. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required, certification or training in energy markets or forecasting is highly desirable.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in finance, public or business administration or a closely related field; OR, equivalent related work experience; AND
A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing administrative, operations, budgetary and similar analyses. Experience in a governmental agency is preferred.
About The Moreno Valley Electric Utility Division
The Moreno Valley Utility (MVU) manages the operation, maintenance and business planning of the City’s electric utility. The City began serving new customers in February 2004, providing safe, reliable, and economical public electric service with a focus on innovative customer solutions, infrastructure enhancement, community development, and environmentally responsible resource management.
For more information about the Moreno Valley Electric Utility Division, please click here .
THE SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants possessing the MOST DESIRABLE qualifications at each level, based on a screening of required application materials, including the completed Supplemental Questionnaire, will be invited to continue in the selection process.
The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people. As part of this commitment, The City of Moreno Valley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.
If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources at hr@moval.org or (951) 413-3045 .