Strategic Intelligence & Performance Analyst
Nebraska Public Power District, Norfolk, Nebraska, United States, 68701
Strategic Intelligence & Performance Analyst
Location: Columbus General Office or Norfolk Operations Center; Columbus or Norfolk, Nebraska Salary Range: $8,218.00 - $10,478.00 Employment Type: Full-time Posting Date: 2/19/2026 | Closing Date: 3/5/2026
Are you hard-working and eager to make a meaningful impact in the ever-emerging energy industry? Come join us!
By joining the Nebraska Public Power District team, you’re becoming part of a close-knit community that embodies the values and traditions of the state. We empower our employees to thrive both personally and professionally, with safety at the helm and a supportive, inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth. Here, you’re a valued member of a family that respects and supports each other.
Our power grid is consistently ranked for reliability and resilience, with a focus on excellence in customer service and employee satisfaction. Many team members have built lifelong careers here, supported by robust training programs and opportunities for professional development. Here you’ll find a place where your efforts are recognized and rewarded, where you can make a meaningful impact on communities, and where you can power a career you are proud of.
Role Overview The Strategic Intelligence & Performance Analyst supports the development and execution of enterprise performance systems and strategic intelligence processes. This role maintains KPI databases, produces dashboards, and contributes to foresight and competitive intelligence efforts.
Education, Training and Experience Bachelor’s degree in business, data analytics, strategic intelligence/management, organizational leadership, or related field and a minimum of three years (3+) of experience in performance analysis, strategic planning, or intelligence support. OR Associates degree in business, data analytics, strategic intelligence/management, organizational leadership, or related field and a minimum of five years (5+) of experience in performance analysis, strategic planning, or intelligence support.
Additional Experience
Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is preferred
Strong analytical and communication skills and an ability to work collaboratively across teams are required.
Success Profile
Detail-oriented and data-driven
Curious and proactive in identifying trends and signals
Strong communicator who can translate data into insights
Collaborative team player with a growth mindset
Comfortable working in dynamic, cross-functional environments
Licenses and/or Certifications None required
Performance Data & Dashboard Management
Maintain and update KPI databases aligned with strategic goals
Develop and refine dashboards to visualize performance trends
Support quarterly CPRM reviews with data analysis and reporting
Strategic Plan Facilitation
Partner with priority team members to develop annual objectives and initiatives that align with enterprise strategy
Coordinate, facilitate, and align strategic planning inputs across the District priority teams
Support the development of quarterly performance review meeting materials including briefing decks and executive summaries
Ensure integration of foresight, risk, and financial perspectives into planning cycles
Monthly Touchpoint Reviews
Lead monthly check-ins with initiative owners and teams to assess progress toward objectives
Identify risks, delays, and acceleration opportunities
Document and escalate issues for review and resolution
Facilitate monthly insights into monthly and quarterly review briefings
Strategic Intelligence Support
Assist in horizon scanning and early signal detection across key domains
Contribute to scenario planning exercises and foresight briefings
Monitor peer benchmarks and market trends
Synthesize insights from the Competitive Intelligence Committee
GDAR Process & Accountability
Facilitate the Corporate Performance Gaps, Results, Actions and Results (GDAR) process when metrics or objectives fall below target
Coordinate corrective action planning with initiative leads
Track follow-up actions and report outcomes to the Director of Corporate Strategy and Performance
Accountable for other duties as assigned Core Competencies
Customer Focus
Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion
Public Service/Environmental Stewardship
Safety
Salary Information Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, employees may be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation. More information provided at interview.
Pay Grade -
14 Monthly
Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range:
$8,218.00 - $10,478.00
Travel Travel Required:
Up to 25% (with minimal overnight stays, typically within Nebraska)
Travel requirements may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates in the interview.
Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.
Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse workforce. We are legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.
Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary listed in posting, employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.
Retirement Savings NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. After six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a matching contribution. The five-year vesting period begins on hire date. Retiree healthcare benefits and a life benefit are available to designated beneficiaries upon passing.
Other Benefits We offer vacation and paid holidays, personal and family medical leave, life insurance, dental and vision insurance, and additional benefits including accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and disability insurance. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and access to an Employee Assistance Program.
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Location: Columbus General Office or Norfolk Operations Center; Columbus or Norfolk, Nebraska Salary Range: $8,218.00 - $10,478.00 Employment Type: Full-time Posting Date: 2/19/2026 | Closing Date: 3/5/2026
Are you hard-working and eager to make a meaningful impact in the ever-emerging energy industry? Come join us!
By joining the Nebraska Public Power District team, you’re becoming part of a close-knit community that embodies the values and traditions of the state. We empower our employees to thrive both personally and professionally, with safety at the helm and a supportive, inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth. Here, you’re a valued member of a family that respects and supports each other.
Our power grid is consistently ranked for reliability and resilience, with a focus on excellence in customer service and employee satisfaction. Many team members have built lifelong careers here, supported by robust training programs and opportunities for professional development. Here you’ll find a place where your efforts are recognized and rewarded, where you can make a meaningful impact on communities, and where you can power a career you are proud of.
Role Overview The Strategic Intelligence & Performance Analyst supports the development and execution of enterprise performance systems and strategic intelligence processes. This role maintains KPI databases, produces dashboards, and contributes to foresight and competitive intelligence efforts.
Education, Training and Experience Bachelor’s degree in business, data analytics, strategic intelligence/management, organizational leadership, or related field and a minimum of three years (3+) of experience in performance analysis, strategic planning, or intelligence support. OR Associates degree in business, data analytics, strategic intelligence/management, organizational leadership, or related field and a minimum of five years (5+) of experience in performance analysis, strategic planning, or intelligence support.
Additional Experience
Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is preferred
Strong analytical and communication skills and an ability to work collaboratively across teams are required.
Success Profile
Detail-oriented and data-driven
Curious and proactive in identifying trends and signals
Strong communicator who can translate data into insights
Collaborative team player with a growth mindset
Comfortable working in dynamic, cross-functional environments
Licenses and/or Certifications None required
Performance Data & Dashboard Management
Maintain and update KPI databases aligned with strategic goals
Develop and refine dashboards to visualize performance trends
Support quarterly CPRM reviews with data analysis and reporting
Strategic Plan Facilitation
Partner with priority team members to develop annual objectives and initiatives that align with enterprise strategy
Coordinate, facilitate, and align strategic planning inputs across the District priority teams
Support the development of quarterly performance review meeting materials including briefing decks and executive summaries
Ensure integration of foresight, risk, and financial perspectives into planning cycles
Monthly Touchpoint Reviews
Lead monthly check-ins with initiative owners and teams to assess progress toward objectives
Identify risks, delays, and acceleration opportunities
Document and escalate issues for review and resolution
Facilitate monthly insights into monthly and quarterly review briefings
Strategic Intelligence Support
Assist in horizon scanning and early signal detection across key domains
Contribute to scenario planning exercises and foresight briefings
Monitor peer benchmarks and market trends
Synthesize insights from the Competitive Intelligence Committee
GDAR Process & Accountability
Facilitate the Corporate Performance Gaps, Results, Actions and Results (GDAR) process when metrics or objectives fall below target
Coordinate corrective action planning with initiative leads
Track follow-up actions and report outcomes to the Director of Corporate Strategy and Performance
Accountable for other duties as assigned Core Competencies
Customer Focus
Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion
Public Service/Environmental Stewardship
Safety
Salary Information Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, employees may be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation. More information provided at interview.
Pay Grade -
14 Monthly
Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range:
$8,218.00 - $10,478.00
Travel Travel Required:
Up to 25% (with minimal overnight stays, typically within Nebraska)
Travel requirements may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates in the interview.
Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.
Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse workforce. We are legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.
Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary listed in posting, employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.
Retirement Savings NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. After six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a matching contribution. The five-year vesting period begins on hire date. Retiree healthcare benefits and a life benefit are available to designated beneficiaries upon passing.
Other Benefits We offer vacation and paid holidays, personal and family medical leave, life insurance, dental and vision insurance, and additional benefits including accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and disability insurance. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and access to an Employee Assistance Program.
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