Community Energy Analyst

Location

Hybrid - 1-2 days per week in our Minneapolis office

Join Our Dynamic Information Technology Team

We are seeking an enthusiastic data professional motivated by our mission to support communities in energy planning and action. The Community Energy Analyst works on the Data Team for Xcel Energy's Partners in Energy program, managing data processing, analysis, and reporting for Minnesota and Wisconsin. The Community Energy Analyst also supports other Communities Department project data needs.

Who We Are

Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) is a clean energy nonprofit with offices in North Loop of Minneapolis and St. Paul. We provide practical energy solutions for homes, businesses, and communities to cut energy waste and harmful emissions. We collaborate regularly with field peers and partners, and we employ curious people who enjoy learning and contributing to the Midwest's quality of life and economy. Recognized as one of Minnesota's top 200 workplaces by the Star Tribune, CEE is known for its open communication, respect for diverse perspectives, and commitment to work-life balance.

What We Offer

• Insurance Coverage Options: To ensure you and your family are well protected, we have got you covered with Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Saving Account, and Flexible Spending Accounts. Please see our 2025 Benefit Summary.
• Impact: We want to make the world a better and more energy efficient place. Our work and the decisions we make are rooted in this foundational desire.
• Future Planning: To help you secure your financial future, benefit from our retirement saving program. Reach your goal sooner with our immediate vesting and company contribution.
• Work/Life Balance: We recognize the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and are dedicated to supporting our team members in various aspects of their lives. Our benefits include generous Paid Time Off (PTO), paid parental leave, and salary continuation for major medical events, ensuring that you have the support you need during significant life moments and personal challenges.
• Holidays: Our company provides nine paid holidays each year, offering you ample time to observe important occasions and enjoy personal time.
• Growth: We want everyone to grow and learn within their roles. We offer professional development opportunities and education assistance.
• Championing DEI: Our committed DEI Committee promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment by establishing clear goals and assessing progress throughout the organization.

What You'll Do

• Work collaboratively with CEE staff to deliver high-quality program services
• Manage bi-annual Partners in Energy program implementation and planning data processing, including data verification, vendor team and utility communication, and integration into program tools and databases (e.g., COMPASS, Corvidae, Postgres)
• Perform data verification and regular tool and database QC to identify potential errors in data processing and goal modeling for planning and implementation data reporting
• Align data processing tools and templates with current technical assumptions, Xcel Energy triennial plans, and vendor team queries and scripts
• Analyze energy and demographic data to generate summary tables, graphs, and presentation slides, providing quantitative planning support to community facilitation team
• Support community workshop facilitation as needed, including reviewing data slides, presenting at workshops, and facilitating activities
• Model community strategy impact and goal scenarios, such as electricity and therms savings, cost savings, and greenhouse gas reductions, under guidance from community facilitators and program manager
• Assist with energy action plan development by creating and formatting data tables and graphs to program and community branding standards
• Create statewide summary reports, identifying program-wide trends and impacts under the guidance of the program manager
• Support ad-hoc community and Xcel Energy data requests, leveraging internal and external data sources
• Support Communities Department project data needs with processing, analysis and visualization skills
• Use established systems to help create work plans, track milestones, and report progress; and help develop systems and processes where none currently exist
• Recognize and uphold established program standards to deliver consistent work products, including attention to branding and communications protocols

General Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to corporate policies and procedures
• Understand and follow processes and procedures required for the job
• Attend trainings as requested and read organization-wide emails and correspondence
• Check your email each working day, respond promptly and use the calendaring system
• Schedule and attend meetings with both internal and external stakeholders
• Adhere to job duty and attendance expectations as directed by your supervisor
• Must be able to work nights and weekends, as needed
• Other tasks as assigned/ apparent.

Skills & Knowledge We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in city planning, environmental studies, engineering, or related field (or a combination of education/training and/or experience)
• At least 2 years of experience in planning, data analytics, or energy services
• Experience analyzing large data sets, including the ability to perform quantitative analysis with limited guidance
• Experience with data storytelling to inform decision making, including facilitating discussions with technical and non-technical audiences
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including a comfort with public speaking
• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills, including the ability to work independently to find solutions
• Exceptional attention to detail and assiduous follow-through
• Exceptional computer skills in Microsoft Office products, including advanced skills particularly in Excel but also in Word and PowerPoint
• Must demonstrate time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Proficient with database programs, such as Tableau, and scripting languages, such as SQL, Python or R
• Experience with ArcGIS and mapping a plus
• Experience analyzing energy consumption, greenhouse gas emission and demographic data sets
• Must have reliable transportation to attend meetings and off-site events at multiple CEE offices and in communities, including transportation of materials and equipment as needed

Compensation

Dependent on qualifications and experience, we expect the hiring range for this position will be $28 to $29.5/ hour.

Center for Energy and Environment is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment with us without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. We are committed to creating teams that are as diverse as the communities we serve and encourages applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.