Energy Management Analyst - EN-24

Energy Management Analyst - EN-24

Salary: $96,732.00 Annually Location: Future vacancies with immediate vacancy in Hilo, HI Job Type: Permanent & Temporary Positions Job Number: 2026-00015 Department: Water Supply Division Administration Opening Date: 02/08/2026 Closing Date: 2/17/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii

Description: Benefits Questions Duties Summary

Plans, researches, analyzes, develops, and implements energy management and savings programs for the Department of Water Supply (DWS); serves as the principle resource person on energy management issues; and performs other related duties as required.

There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Water Supply - Administration Division in Hilo.

The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

Examples of Duties

Tracks energy use on a monthly and annual basis; formalizes the data collection to analyze energy consumption, water pumpage, and water consumption.

Manages data input and report generation for electric utility and pumpage data; develops standard operating procedures to provide accurate and up-to-date utility and pumpage information.

Researches missing or inconsistent electric utility data; follows up with the electric utility to remedy or rectify data.

Serves as the departments liaison with the electric utility coordinating and following up on any electric meter removal or account stoppage.

Researches and analyzes developments at the Public Utility Commission relating to future rate increases from the electric utility or any rules that may affect future DWS energy projects.

Periodically reports to the Water Board on current forecasted value of energy expenditures, energy projects, and other related energy items.

Participates in DWS strategic growth planning to ensure the impact of energy expenditures is considered in future DWS projects.

Researches and analyzes current electric utility rates and optimizes the rate structures of existing accounts; works with electric utility to develop new rate structures.

Collaborates with DWS operations personnel to implement procedures and to conduct on-site tests to meet utility rate structure requirements.

Assists with ongoing DWS non-revenue water loss program by developing and implementing unaccounted water projects.

Coordinates pump system efficiency testing program; reviews and analyzes data using pump software; develops plans for improvement based on testing data; issues updates on most efficient use of pumps for operators.

Conducts research on new technologies or potential projects to reduce long-term energy costs such as using more efficient pumps or pump technology, installing power factor correction capacitors, installing premium efficiency motors, installing or removing variable frequency drives, and installing demand controls or Energy Management Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems for SCADA system improvements/upgrades.

Explores alternative sources of energy such as solar, wind, hydro-generation, and distributed generation; evaluates existing water conservation projects; compiles, verifies, evaluates, and analyzes data relating to energy savings from the various projects; prepares reports of recommendations.

Develops a standby generation program to ensure uninterrupted water delivery to DWS customers in the event of a utility outage or natural disaster.

Keeps abreast of current laws, regulations, and tax incentives to determine possible opportunities for energy programs or projects.

May supervise personnel as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Training and Experience:

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree in electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering (scan and attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application).
• Four (4) years of responsible professional experience in developing and implementing programs or projects related to energy planning, services, management, or conservation, and
• Possession of a valid State of Hawai'i Driver License (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver license at time of filing.

Examination:

All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicants training, education, and experience as presented in the application.

Knowledge and Ability:

• Principles and practices of electrical, civil, and mechanical engineering;
• Electric utilities and their rate structures;
• Energy efficiency programs or projects and their development, implementation, and performance measures;
• Energy conservation methods and objectives;
• Federal, State, and County laws, regulations, policies, and procedures applicable to energy development and related programs;
• Research and statistical methods and techniques;
• Report writing;
• Public relations.

Physical Requirements:

• Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Benefits of County Employment:

The County of Hawai'i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

Flexible Working Arrangements:

Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)

Vacation:

Employees start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire - up to 21 days per year.

Sick Leave:

Employees start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire - up to 21 days per year.

Holidays:

The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).

Training and Development:

The County provides a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.

County Tuition Reimbursement Program:

This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program:

You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.

Retirement Plan:

The Employees' Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.

Deferred Compensation:

Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.

Flexible Spending Plan:

Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.

Health Benefit Plans:

The County of Hawai'i offers the following health benefit plans for eligible employees:

• Medical Plan (HMO or PPO)
• Vision Plan
• Dental Plan
• Prescription Drug Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

The County offers a voluntary assistance program which provides its employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.

Group Life Insurance:

The County provides a free life insurance policy for active employees.

Credit Union Membership

Other Leaves:

You may be eligible for other leaves, such as:

• Family Leave
• Funeral Leave
• Leave Sharing
• Military Leave
• Victims Protection Leave
• Parent-Teacher Conferences
• Disaster Relief
• Blood Bank Donations
• Donor Leave
• Jury Duty

All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining.