Job Description
Resource Planner II
As a Resource Planner II, you will help transform planning, operational, market, customer, and financial data into actionable information that supports strategic decision-making across Colorado Springs Utilities. The position develops and maintains analytical tools, dashboards, reporting platforms, and technical documentation that improve organizational visibility, data accessibility, planning efficiency, and executive decision support.
The Energy Resource Planning team plays a critical role in shaping the future of our energy portfolio by evaluating emerging technologies, supporting regional market participation, informing long-term investment decisions, and ensuring reliable and affordable service for our customers.
How You'll Make an Impact
- Analyze planning, operational, market, customer, and financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
- Support Integrated Resource Planning, load forecasting, resource adequacy studies, and other strategic planning initiatives
- Improve access to data by developing standardized datasets, reports, and business intelligence tools
- Work with stakeholders to identify reporting needs and develop data-driven solutions that improve decision-making
- Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, data visualizations, and automated reporting processes to support utility planning and business decisions
- Support data quality, data validation, and documentation efforts to improve confidence in business decisions
- Prepare and review executive summaries, presentations, technical reports, and other communication materials to convey analytical and study findings
- Translate complex technical and analytical information into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership and stakeholders
- Ensure consistency, accuracy, and professional quality of written planning and analytical products
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Resource Management, Engineering, Data Analytics, Economics, Computer Science, Statistics, Business Analytics, Mathematics, Finance, Public Policy, Energy Systems, or a closely related field
- Utility industry experience
- Experience with Integrated Resource Planning, load forecasting, demand-side management, market analysis, or energy resource planning
- Experience with Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, SQL, Python, R, Tableau, or similar analytics platforms
- Experience supporting executive reporting and board communications
- Experience with technical writing, regulatory filings, and stakeholder communications
- Knowledge of utility operations, resource adequacy, energy markets, or long-term planning processes
- Experience developing self-service reporting and enterprise data solutions
What Will Make You Successful
The ideal candidate is curious, analytical, and able to translate complex technical information into actionable business insights. They thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy solving challenging energy planning problems, and are motivated by helping shape the future of the electric utility industry.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (1/3 of the time), and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary only if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other criteria are met.
- Positions in this class typically require reaching, standing, walking, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Our Commitment to Our Employees…
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.
Time Off to Recharge
- Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
- Personal Leave –3 days per year
- Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
- Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
- Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually
Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month
- Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
- Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
- Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
- Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
- Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
- Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP
Financial & Retirement Security
- Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
- Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
- Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
- Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
Additional Support
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
- Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness
