Rates Engineer 1

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Rates Engineer 1 reports to Manager/Supervisor. Apply entry level engineering/accounting principles in the forecasting of revenue, sales, costs and rate changes; conduct/analyze rate cases; make recommendations on Division long range financial planning; and conduct cost of service studies. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Analyze electric, gas and water rate trends, cost estimates,
engineering studies and regulations to determine Division cost savings/revenue. Apply engineering and accounting principles for long range budget planning and cost of service studies for utility systems. Perform detailed engineering/accounting studies and long range planning for Division revenue with the aid of computer analysis; test rate changes for cost effectiveness. Develop and
maintain computer programs on rate data and cost figures for research; participate in software development and implementation. Prepare various records and reports; assist in preparation and analysis of budgets.

Provide technical advice and assistance to Division's lawyers, Board, President & CEO and various personnel; attend various meetings to answer questions and resolve problems. Study engineering projects, policies, various rules, codes, regulations, and accounting/financial records to keep abreast of changes in rates and at the Division; coordinate work of this area with other areas and outside agencies. Make presentations to Board, City Council and news media on rate changes. Operate Division vehicle. Perform other duties as required.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.

EXPERIENCE

Zero to two years experience with principles of accounting/finance.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

Must have a broad knowledge of computer applications/spreadsheets, word processing software and Division operations. Must have a valid driver's license from state of residence. Works in office majority of the time. Subject to field analyses. Physical Demands: Requires sedentary work involving standing or walking for brief periods, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular basis; and dexterity in operating office equipment. This position requires vision, hearing and speaking abilities.

THIS LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY.