Career Opportunities: Rate Analyst (15679)

Requisition ID 15679 - Posted  - Function (1)

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SPA EXTERNAL POSITION POSTING

DATES POSTED:  07/17-07/27/2026

Job Title:

 Rate Analyst

Salary Range:

 $95,140 - $119,642

Division:  Rates Administration Grade:  SPA - 4 Schedule:  Full-Time Shift:  M-F; 1st Shift Reports To:

 Vice President, Rates & Customer Billing

Job Code:  10201

Position Summary
Under minimal direction, the Rate Analyst is responsible for complex analysis, activity based cost aspects, and conducting detailed studies related to the following critical areas: cost-of-service studies for gas and water services, including analysis of customer classes and the allocation of associated costs; Impact Fee analysis to determine appropriate charges for recovering District asset costs from future growth; and rate development for new and expanded gas and water services. Additionally, this role is responsible for monthly rate analysis and execution of rates into the Customer Billing system to ensure timely and accurate collection of District operating expenses and capital expenditures. This role will also complete analysis and benchmarking of Industry Key Indicator and rate structure changes.

Education

• Required - Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related area.

Minimum Requirements

• Required - Minimum of 5 years of experience working in Accounting, Finance, or Rates.
• Preferred - Experience working within the utility industry.
• Preferred - Prior experience in rate analysis, rate setting or rate development.

Licenses, Certifications and/or Testing

• Required - Pre-employment Background Check & Drug Screen Upon Hire

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex ideas and analysis, verbally, in document format (e.g., Excel, Word) or in presentation format (e.g., PowerPoint).
• Ability to identify business non-conformances, analyze and find root causes, and propose timely resolution to key business stakeholders.
• Previous experience preparing and presenting financial modeling, by incorporating detailed research, analytics and problem solving skills. (Entry proficiency)
• Prior experience in a regulatory environment, familiarity with reading, interpreting and applying applicable federal, local, and state regulations. (Entry proficiency)
• Demonstrated collaboration, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to learn new or upgraded computer software as required.
• Efficient written and verbal communication skills, in English, to assist internal and external customers, co-workers and management professionally, regardless of provocation.

Essential Functions

• Calculate gas and water rates and maintain accurate and timely system updates for all rate changes, including gas, water, sewer, trash, and other applicable fees. Administer all changes within a rigid timeframe to ensure accurate billing to all customers.
• Assist in the preparation and review various analyses in support of gas and water rate recommendations, cost-of-service studies and allocations, gas and water revenue forecasts for annual revenue budgets and long-range projections of District cash flow requirements.
• Provide ongoing analysis and auditing of SAP customer account setup fields, implementing necessary account changes with appropriate approvals to ensure accurate billing for ratepayers.
• Prepare and compile statistical reports and surveys required by AGA, AWWA, and other agencies under guidance, ensuring data accuracy and adherence to requirements.
• Participate in troubleshooting, testing, implementation, and validation of system enhancements, changes, and upgrades for the Rates department.
• Distribute gas and water rates and rate schedule changes as necessary.
• Attend and participate in meetings with management.
• Work with and educate other divisions in the understanding and proper application of District gas and water rates.
• Perform ad hoc customer analyses and develop “what-if” scenarios to support decision-making.
• Assist with analyses and support for our third party entities where billing services are provided.
• Prepare Impact Fee studies to evaluate cost recovery associated with system growth and infrastructure investments.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers, co-workers and management professionally, regardless of provocation.
• Fulfill responsibilities common to all Supervisory, Professional, and Administrative positions as stated.

Required for All Jobs

• Perform a variety of other duties as assigned
• Understand and comply with all District policies and procedures

In contributing to the objectives of the District, this role is responsible for the initiation, cultivation, and maintenance of strong relationships of a business and professional nature. This position requires good communication skills and tact in order to maintain professional relationships with the following, but not limited to:

-Board of Directors
-All levels of District
-Internal and external customers
-Federal, State, and local agencies
-Community organizations and partners
-Consultants, contractors and other third-party organizations that fall within the scope of this role
-Professional, industry, trade, and civic associations

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position - Occasionally
• Move/Traverse - Occasionally
• Stationary Position/Seated - Constantly
• Transport/Lifting - Rarely
• Transport/Carrying - Rarely
• Exerting Force/Pushing - Rarely
• Exerting Force/Pulling - Rarely
• Ascend/Descend - Rarely
• Balancing - Rarely
• Position Self/Stooping - Rarely
• Position Self/Kneeling - Rarely
• Position Self/Crouching - Rarely
• Position Self/Crawling - Rarely
• Reaching - Rarely
• Handling - Occasionally
• Grasping - Occasionally
• Feeling - Rarely
• Communicate/Talking - Constantly
• Communicate/Hearing - Constantly
• Repetitive Motions - Frequently
• Coordination - Frequently

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Office: Work is primarily performed in an office setting amid normal conditions of dust, odors, fumes, office lighting and noise.

Hybrid Flexible Work Arrangement
Job may be eligible for a hybrid in-office and work from home flexible work arrangement.

*Please ensure the application is filled out thoroughly to be considered for this position

An Equal Opportunity Employer “Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation"

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