Operations Analyst 3

Operations Analyst 3 at Everest Consultants, Inc. Operations Analyst 3 at Everest Consultants, Inc. in Portland, Oregon Posted in 2 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Title:

Operations Analyst 3

Location:

Portland, OR (Hybrid)

Duration:

12-month Contract (with possible extensions up to 5 years)

Pay Range:

$49.25 - $54.08 per hour Formulate and apply various modeling techniques and other optimizing methods using a computer to develop and interpret information that assists management with decision making, policy formulation, process development or other managerial functions. Frequently concentrates on collecting and analyzing data, tracking and analyzing workflow, and developing decision support documents. May develop and supply optimal time, cost, or logistics methodology for program evaluation, review, or implementation.

Position Responsibilities:

With oversight and approval from the

Manager/other Personnel:

Formulate simulation models of problems, relating constants and variables, restrictions, alternatives, conflicting objectives, and their various parameters. Observe the current systems in operation and gather and analyze information about each of the parts of component problems, using a variety of sources. Analyze information obtained from management to conceptualize and define operational problems. Perform validation and testing of process models to ensure adequacy and reformulate models as necessary. Design, conduct, and evaluate experimental operational models in cases where models cannot be developed from existing data. Collaborate with senior managers and decision makers to identify and solve a variety of problems and to clarify management objectives. Break processes into their component parts and examine the relationships between them. Define data requirements and gather and validate information, applying judgment and any applicable tests. Study and analyze information about alternative courses of action to determine which plan will offer the best outcomes. Prepare management reports defining and evaluating problems and recommending solutions. Develop business methods and procedures, to implement solutions adopted by management. Collaborate with others in the organization to ensure successful implementation of chosen problem solutions.

Position Requirements:

Education & Corresponding Experience A degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Computer Science, Engineering Technology, Business Administration or Management, Environmental Policy or in a closely-related field is preferred. With an applicable Bachelor's degree, 5 years of experience is required. With an applicable Associates degree, 7 years of experience is required. Without an applicable degree, 9 years of experience is required. Experience should be consistent with the specific requirements of business and operations analysis and progressively more technical in nature. Required Technical Skills & Experience 3 years of research in the field of energy conservation (including energy efficiency and/or demand response). This research can include conducting planning studies such as potential assessments, market research, process evaluation or impact evaluation, as well as engineering specific research. Academic research, such as conducting an intensive thesis involving primary social science research, is acceptable for this requirement. 2 years of experience with project management/coordination, to include: Budget tracking and analysis Coordinating the efforts of multiple team members Advanced proficiency with Excel sufficient to review and create complex formulas. Preferred Skills & Experience Experience in energy conservation Experience in other aspects of the energy industry (utilities, developers, regulatory agencies, etc.) Everest Consultants offers the following benefits for this position: medical, dental, & vision insurance, short-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan, and a referral bonus program, paid sick/vacation/holidays, and a health and welfare fringe benefit.