Experience in energy, commodities, or financial services preferred.
Strong analytical, modeling, and communication skills.
Experience with risk systems is a plus but not required.
Familiarity with MISO market operations is a plus
Physical Demands :
Dairyland Benefits:
We are committed to providing our greatest asset, our People, with as many perks and benefits as possible. Some benefits of working with us include:
Health & disability benefits (medical, dental, vision, short & long-term disability)
Life insurance
Generous 401(k) and Pension Plans
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Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)
Additional Information
Are you ready to join an organization where we focus on People First, have fun at work and make a difference in what we do?
Dairyland is proud of our People First culture centered around appreciation, celebrating wins and collaboration. We've worked hard to ensure alignment between our culture and our processes and systems, learning and development and rewards and recognition programs.
As a team, we work together to leverage the team's diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences to deliver nothing less than the best. We are collaborative, transparent and committed to our People and their work experience, growth and professional development.
Level III Salary Range: $89,000 - $133,500
Level Sr Salary Range: $117,800 - $176,700
Compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications. The actual offer may vary, reflecting the candidate's unique blend of experience, educational background, and skill level.
The Energy Risk Analyst plays a critical role in supporting Dairyland Power Cooperative's energy trading and power supply activities through independent risk oversight, analytical insight and decision support. This role sits at the intersection of trading, finance and operations, providing transparency into market positions, risk exposures and financial performance.
As an experienced professional, this position leads complex analysis, enhances risk reporting and supports process improvements that strengthen decision-making across the organization. The role offers significant exposure to power and natural gas markets, portfolio strategy and cross-functional collaboration.
The Energy Risk Analyst is expected to take ownership of complex projects, identify opportunities for improvement and work with teams across Dairyland to implement effective solutions. Success in this role requires strong analytical, technical and communication skills, along with a solid understanding of energy markets, risk management practices and industry regulations.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Operational Support: Provide daily independent risk oversight of power supply and trading portfolios; perform calculations such as Mark-to-Market (MtM) and Value-at-Risk (VaR); monitor positions and validate trade data.
Risk and Performance Analysis: Lead analysis of market, credit, and operational risks; provide insights into P&L drivers and exposures; support leadership decision-making.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance risk analytics, reporting automation, and system capabilities; collaborate with IT and cross-functional teams.
Data Integrity and Reporting : Ensure accuracy across trading and risk systems; deliver reporting to senior leadership on exposures and performance.
Compliance and Controls: Support strong risk governance while enabling efficient operations; assist with audits and regulatory requirements.
Market Knowledge and Collaboration: Develop understanding of MISO markets; partner with trading, finance, and operations to provide independent risk perspective.