neteffects is hiring: Business Analyst in Oakland

Overview

Business Analyst

Duration: 9 month contract

Pay Range: $60.00/hour - $63.00/hour

Assignment is mostly remote but may need to be onsite in Oakland for occasional meetings, etc.

Responsibilities

• Performs analysis on moderately complex data models selecting from various reports and data options.
• Assist engineers and subject matter experts with creation of new data models, compiling data from various sources.
• Determines data needs, collects data, selects from different analytical techniques to achieve desired data outcomes.
• Understands business needs, develops new reports and performs custom/ad-hoc reporting working independently. Presents findings to various audiences.
• Performs basic research internally and externally.
• Communicates with peers inside and outside the department exchanging ideas or gathering information.
• Participates on project teams.

Education

Education Minimum

Bachelor of Science in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering or related discipline or equivalent work experience required.

Experience

Experience Minimum: 2 years of related work experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Required)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Desired)

• Knowledge of different analytical methods, approaches and tactics
• Knowledge of electric utilities and/or high voltage electric substations and substation equipment
• Knowledge of asset management and risk calculations
• Full understanding of fundamental analysis and what-if modeling and how different factors affect business outcomes
• Qualitative and quantitative analytical skills
• Organizational, prioritization and multi-tasking skills
• Adaptable to changing business conditions and ambiguity
• Presentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Project, Visio or similar software

Technical Competencies

• Advanced in Information Analysis, Metrics and KPI Tracking
• Proficient in Market Research, Consulting Skills, Project Management Skills
• General understanding in Operational Monitoring & Analysis, Advocacy and Persuasion, and Presentation Skills
• Programming/coding languages, such as Python, C, C++, or Visual Basic

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.