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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://jobs.xcelenergy.com/data-scientist-wildfire-meteorology-focus/job/28242857">https://jobs.xcelenergy.com/data-scientist-wildfire-meteorology-focus/job/28242857</a><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-size:24.0pt;font-family:Roboto;color:#333333;mso-ligatures:none">Data Scientist - Wildfire/ Meteorology Focus<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<h4 style="background:white"><span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333">Job Description<o:p></o:p></span></h4>
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<span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333">Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities
to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333">Position Summary</span></b><span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333">We are seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist to join our team focused on innovative Wildfire Mitigation strategies. As a Data Scientist specializing in wildfire mitigation, you will play a crucial role in leveraging
data-driven insights to develop and implement proactive measures to mitigate the impact of wildfires on communities and utility infrastructure. This position will analyze historical wildfire data, data on weather patterns from our Meteorology team, data on
wildfire ignitions, data from vegetation management, and other relevant datasets to develop predictive models to assess wildfire risks and behavior to aid in prevention of wildfire events. Some weather forecasting knowledge/experience would be helpful, but
not required.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333">This is a hybrid position with 3-days per week (T-W-Th) in office at the Xcel Energy location listed for this position.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333">Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time for this position.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<b>Essential Responsibilities</b><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:Roboto">Data Wrangling/Exploration: Follow consistent practices to ensure data integrity and deal with imperfections in data. Champion the acquisition of new data sources to enhance value and fill gaps; automate collection processes;
effectively process structured and semi-structured/unstructured data; proficiently integrate varied datasets; collaborate with business stakeholders as needed to ensure solid data understanding and proper data transformation; work cross-functionally with development
and engineering teams; analyze large amounts of information to discover trends and patterns; draw conclusions and gain actionable insights.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li style="color:#333333;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:2.7rem !important">
<span style="font-family:Roboto">Machine Learning: Build predictive models; propose solutions and strategies for business problems; apply the appropriate machine learning algorithm to data problems (e.g. supervised vs. unsupervised machine learning, clustering,
ensemble methods, etc.); validate model results. Work closely with architecture and engineering team to deploy models; communicate results in a clear and non-technical manner.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li style="color:#333333;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:2.7rem !important">
<span style="font-family:Roboto">Communication & Relationship Building: Interact with senior management and effectively communicate technical information to numerous audiences (e.g. senior management, client community, peers and junior associates);effectively
develop relationships with individuals inside and outside of IT; deliver difficult messages and express disagreement with others with confidence and self-control; address challenges to analytic processes and influence others to change their approach and work
collectively to implement new tools/techniques; gain support from related stakeholders for analytic solutions and champion data driven business decisions.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li style="color:#333333;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:2.7rem !important">
<span style="font-family:Roboto">Statistics: Apply appropriate statistical techniques to data exploration and model development/assessment; communicate complex statistical concepts to non-technical audiences; maintain skills through continuing education.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li style="color:#333333;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:2.7rem !important">
<span style="font-family:Roboto">Data Visualization: Create meaningful data visualizations to communicate results and highlight business impact; utilize various techniques and delivery methods of visualization that are audience appropriate.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li style="color:#333333;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:2.7rem !important">
<span style="font-family:Roboto">Programming: Effectively collaborate with others to deliver efficient and high quality code; implement solid validation process to ensure consistency and minimize errors; champion more efficient ways to produce code iteratively;
maintain skills through continuing education; stay up to date on new technologies/ tools; seamlessly transition between languages to apply the right approach to the problem.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
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<span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333"><br>
<b>Minimum Requirements</b><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:Roboto">Bachelor's degree in IT or Computer Science, Atmospheric Science/Meteorology, or other math related field and 7 years of experience in analytics OR Master's degree in IT or Computer Science, Atmospheric Science/Meteorology,
or other math related field and 5 years of experience in analytics.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li style="color:#333333;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:2.7rem !important">
<span style="font-family:Roboto">Background in Meteorology or wildfire mitigation is preferred, but not required.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li style="color:#333333;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:2.7rem !important">
<span style="font-family:Roboto">Familiarity with the utility industry and wildfire mitigation practices is a strongly preferred.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li style="color:#333333;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:2.7rem !important">
<span style="font-family:Roboto">Problem solving skills, business acumen, and demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li style="color:#333333;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:2.7rem !important">
<span style="font-family:Roboto">Expert SQL, Python, R, database management skills.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li style="color:#333333;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:2.7rem !important">
<span style="font-family:Roboto">Distributed Computing experience.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li style="color:#333333;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:2.7rem !important">
<span style="font-family:Roboto">Excellent data visualization skills.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li style="color:#333333;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:2.7rem !important">
<span style="font-family:Roboto">Knowledge of data architecture and structure.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li style="color:#333333;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:2.7rem !important">
<span style="font-family:Roboto">Experience with machine learning, statistical modeling, predictive modeling are imperative; text mining and topic modeling are plus.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li style="color:#333333;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;font-size:1rem;line-height:2.7rem !important">
<span style="font-family:Roboto">Experience with Neural Networks and corresponding technologies.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
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<span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333">As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers
across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333">All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333">Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at <span class="why2"><a href="mailto:recruiting@xcelenergy.com">recruiting@xcelenergy.com</a></span>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333">Non-Bargaining<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333">The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $92,300.00 to $130,566.66 per year<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333">This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health
Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP),
Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333">Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333">Deadline to Apply: 07/10/24<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333">EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333">ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT</span></b><span style="font-family:Roboto;color:#333333"><br>
Xcel Energy endeavors to make <span class="why2"><a href="https://www.xcelenergy.com/">https://www.xcelenergy.com/</a></span> accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing
the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at <span class="why2"><a href="mailto:recruiting@xcelenergy.com">recruiting@xcelenergy.com</a>.</span> This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to
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