Sr Load Forecaster-Economist

Avista seeks an experienced professional who will advance long-term energy forecasting and methodologies as necessary to support optimization of our integrated planning process. This position is responsible and accountable for developing and leading Avista's medium-term and long-term load forecast for both gas and electric businesses as it supports the integrated system plan, financial plan, energy supply procurement, and other strategies.

This position will be responsible for effectively articulating Avista’s load forecast to internal management, state utility commissions, and public interest groups explaining drivers of customer growth and energy consumption trends to a wide variety of audiences.