Energy Analyst
California State Personnel Board Specification
Schematic Code: BJ95
Class Code: 5837
Established: 09/07/1977
Revised: 03/19/1981
Title Changed: --
Definition
Under supervision, to perform work of average difficulty in a wide variety of consultative and analytical energy assignments such as program evaluation and planning; systems development; site planning; research; conservation; economic assessment; environmental analysis; emergency planning; and to do other related work.
Job Characteristics
The class of Energy Analyst is a recruiting and development class for persons qualified to perform analytical work on one or more aspects in a broad range of energy areas as a background for advancement in the field of energy. Incumbents are assigned duties and responsibilities commensurate with their background and training.
Positions are permanently allocated to this class when the major portion of the functions inherent in the position does not include the more responsible, varied and difficult assignments found at the full journeyperson level.
Typical Tasks
Studies the principles and techniques of the area of work to which assigned and, under supervision, applies them; participates in analytical studies of energy conservation, forecasting, research, siting, planning, or assessment; gathers, tabulates and analyzes data; interviews and consults with management, employees and others to give and secure necessary information; prepares reports and makes recommendations on procedures, policies and program alternatives; reviews and analyzes proposed legislation and advises management on the impact or potential impact; prepares correspondence.
Minimum Qualifications
Either I
Education: Equivalent to graduation from college with a major in ecology, energy, environment, energy economics, statistics, operations research, planning, land use, engineering, geology, physical or biological science, or a closely related energy field. (Registration as a senior in a recognized institution will admit applicants to the examination, but they must produce evidence of graduation or its equivalent before they can be considered eligible for appointment.) (Work experience performing technical energy related duties may be substituted for the required education with one year of experience being equal to one year of education.)
Or II
Experience: Six months of experience in the California State Energy Commission or other State energy programs performing the duties in a class comparable to Management Services Technician, Range B. and
Education: 18 units of college work.
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of: Principles, practices, trends, and terminology of energy programs; governmental functions and organizations.
Ability to: Reason logically and creatively and utilize a variety of analytical techniques to resolve energy problems; develop and evaluate alternatives; analyze data and present ideas and information effectively both orally and in writing, consult with and advise administrators or other interested parties on a wide variety of subject matter areas; gain and maintain the confidence and cooperation of those contacted during the course of work.
Special Personal Characteristics
Willingness as a learner to do routine or detailed work in order to learn the practical application of energy principles, demonstrated capacity for development as evidenced by work history, academic attainment, participation in school or other activities, or by well- defined occupational or vocational interests; flexibility, willingness and ability to accept increasing responsibility.
