LIVE, WORK AND PLAY!
Chelan County PUD is located in central Washington State at the confluence of the Columbia and Wenatchee Rivers. As a public power leader, we embrace the challenges and opportunities of our dynamic operations.
Powered by the Columbia River, we generate hydropower while prioritizing environmental stewardship. Each year, we invest millions of dollars and countless hours to protect fish, wildlife, and plant ecosystems. Our efforts also include creating 14 parks, welcoming over 3 million visitors annually.
Wenatchee, home to Chelan PUD, is a recreational paradise, recognized by Forbes as a top place to retire. The Wenatchee Valley offers scenic beauty, a thriving economy, and a high quality of life with over 200 days of sunshine each year. Here, small-town charm meets big-city amenities, with abundant outdoor activities like water sports, hiking, biking, skiing, and golfing. The region is also known for its excellent wines.
Consider Chelan PUD for your next career move and join a welcoming community with an exceptional lifestyle.
Chelan PUD is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, valuing diversity at all workforce levels. We encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
APPLICATION MATERIALS
Applicants are required to submit a combined cover letter and resume in one PDF document. Your cover letter must summarize how your education and experience has prepared you for the Business Advisor role. Incomplete materials will not be considered.
To expedite the application process, combine your cover letter and resume into one PDF document before applying and upload electronically when requested in the online application process.
This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED and applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. The first review date for application materials is scheduled for February 17.
Interested parties are also invited to contact Human Resources at joblist@chelanpud.org to discuss the position.
SALARY RANGE
The advertised hiring range for Business Advisor is $118,400 - $148,000, with a maximum opportunity of up to $177,600 with tenure and strong performance.
Introductory Period: New employees holding regular positions must complete an introductory period of twelve months.
BENEFITS EPOA
In addition to competitive wages Chelan PUD employees also enjoy outstanding benefits which include zero cost employer funded medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits, access to the employee assistance program, a VEBA health reimbursement account, and long-term care.
Washington state retirement PERS participation and optional 457 plan participation with an employer matching 401(a) plan.
Leave, life & disability benefits including paid leave starting at 21 days per calendar year up to 35 with tenure, 11 paid holidays per calendar year, paid jury duty, short-term disability & long-term disability, and basic life, AD&D, and optional voluntary life.
The work life benefits include optional flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care, educational assistance, various rewards and recognition programs and position specific stipends.
For more explanation of the district benefits please visit our benefits website www.mychelanpudbenefits.org.
JOB POSTING
Business Advisor
Overview
This position is primarily responsible for managing activities related to planning, establishing, and controlling the organization's annual, capital, and strategic budgets and business plans, as well as related systems and procedures. Provides counsel and guidance to Chief Officer, Managing Director, and/or Director level staff in matters of business planning, risk management, financial policy and process, performance measurement, and managerial oversight. Leads cross functional teams. Leads group strategic planning efforts and plans, develops, and implements operational plans in accordance with strategic plans. Performs research and provides financial or business-related analysis, as needed.
Responsibilities
- Operations Management: Under general supervision, carries out broad and complex assignments requiring comprehensive financial and organizational knowledge in order to interpret and apply policies, as well as develop recommendations for change. Analyzes and reports on operations methods, processes, equipment and facilities in light of current operational needs and future objectives. Acts in a consulting capacity in evaluating current and proposed, policies, systems and procedures. Develops business cases, plans & proposals. Negotiates and reviews contracts. Provides operational direction to managers. Recommends changes when necessary and assists in implementation of new processes. Leads cross functional teams to develop business policies and performance measures.
-Budget Process Management: Schedules, organizes and implements the annual budget planning process. Directs department heads in the preparation of department budgets in accordance with strategic plans. Facilitates prioritization exercises. Prepares summaries and submits budget plan to executive management for approval. Presents budget recommendations to top management.
-Long Range & Strategic Planning: Leads the development of long range and strategic business plans, capital plans and financial plans, under the direction of the Business Manager. Analyzes alternatives and develops contingency plans.
-Ongoing Financial Management: Monitors actual expenditures and revenue against budget; evaluates variances; revises original budget, as needed. Assists department heads in monitoring of department budgets. Provides group financial management training, as needed. Conducts financial analyses and research. Prepares forecasts and analyzes trends in finance and general business conditions. Provides counsel to management regarding financial management issues.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
-As a secondary function, drive a motorized vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District.
Reports To
Business Manager
Overtime exemption
Exempt
Qualifications
Education
Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.
-Bachelor's Degree (B.S., B.A.) in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business from a four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
-Master’s Degree in a related area of study, CPA or CFA designation is preferred.
Experience
-7+ years of progressively responsible experience in business management, accounting, finance, business operations, or closely related experience required.
-5+ years of experience working in the utility industry preferred.
Skills and Abilities
A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities:
-Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
-Knowledge of strategic and business planning principles and processes
-Process analysis techniques
-Utility industry business practices.
-Project Management processes
-Requires the ability to perform complex financial analysis
-Effectively present complex financial information to non-financial managers and staff
-Effective communication skills, both oral and in writing.
-Interpersonal skills
-Conflict resolution skills
-Negotiation and collaboration
-Complex problem solving
-Using technology and systems increased transparency on processes
-Lead individuals and effective teams
-Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.
Physical Demands
-Sitting - Frequently
-Standing - Frequently
-Walking - Occasionally
-Lifting 1-10 lbs Above Shoulders - Occasionally
-Stooping/Bending - Occasionally
-Reach Waist to Shoulder - Occasionally
-Wrist/hand/fingers manipulation (keyboarding, mousing, etc.) - Frequently
-Repetitive Motions - Frequently
-Talking - Frequently
-Visual - Far Acuity - Regularly
-Visual - Depth Perception - Occasionally
Working Conditions
Exposure to Weather - Occasionally
Noise Intensity Level: - Moderate
District Values
-Safety - Protect public and employee health and safety
-Stewardship - Acting on behalf of customer-owners, protecting public resources entrusted to us
-Trustworthy - Competence, integrity, respect
-Operational Excellence - High-quality innovative work execution
Equal Opportunity/ADA
Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled). We value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected classifications as defined by law.
EEO Law Posters can be found on the main Careers (chelanpud.org) page in English and Spanish.
The job functions and physical requirements described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
BACKGROUND SCREENING
Chelan County Public Utility District #1 conducts background screening of personnel who have access to confidential information, such as social security numbers, birth certificates, marriage certificates, and/or HIPAA protected information.
DISCLAIMER
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. This should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.
EEO
Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled). We value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected classifications as defined by law.
EEO Law Posters can be found on the main Careers page in English and Spanish.
Chelan PUD will not be offering any work visa sponsorship for this role.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)
