Fire Data Scientist - Oahu

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Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package.

Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged. 

BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:

The P DI IGNITION MANAGEMENT Department of the P EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & RESPONSE Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Management vacancy available.  (Role: PROFESSIONAL)

JOB FUNCTION:

Leverages advanced data science methodologies to assess and predict fire risk across Hawaiian Electric’s service territories. Develops models integrating weather, fuel load, and environmental data to assess wildfire risks and develop mitigation strategies. Provides actionable insights for infrastructure protection, emergency response planning, and long-term grid resilience. Supports operational decision-making through predictive analytics and geospatial intelligence.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Environmental Risk Modeling
  • Designs and implements computational models for fire risk prediction using weather, climate, and environmental data.
  • Collaborates with meteorologist, field operations, and other teams to assess wildfire risk based on conditions and other environmental factors.
  • Advises on infrastructure protection measures, including undergrounding lines, fire-resistant materials, and vegetation management.
  • Develops rapid response strategies and reduction projects, including Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) in high-risk areas.
  • Monitors and analyzes GIS data for wildfire tracking and risk assessment.
  • Supports wildfire mitigation planning and coordination with operational teams.
  • Prepares reports on fuel conditions, risk assessments, and mitigation activities. Presents findings to stakeholders and management.
• Fire Data Analysis
  • Analyzes large datasets related to fire risk, grid infrastructure, and environmental conditions.

• Conducts fieldwork to collect samples from various locations, including forests, grasslands, and urban interfaces.
• Analyze collected samples to determine moisture content, fuel load, and other critical parameters that influence wildfire behavior.
• Maintains accurate records of sample data and analysis results. Utilizes GIS and other data management tools to map and track fuel conditions.

• • Supports fire investigations with data-driven insights.
  • Develops dashboards, tools, and visualizations to inform leadership and guide strategic decisions.
  • Prepares and delivers presentations to senior management.
  • Provides internal training and support to stakeholders on fire data analytics.
• Emergency Response Support
  • Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.
  • Provides analytical support during wildfire events and other emergencies.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, Physics, Analytics, Data Science, Mathematics, Fire Science, or a related field.
• Experience with wildfire behavior modeling preferred.
• Proficiency in GIS and data management tools and data libraries.
• Strong working knowledge of Python and SQL.

• Familiarity with data governance and industry best practices.

Skills Requirements

• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Skilled in translating complex data into actionable insights and visualizations.
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and administrative capabilities.
• Effective cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• High emotional intelligence and discretion in handling sensitive issues.
• Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver’s license. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet business and safety objectives.

Experience Requirements

• Several (3-5) years wildfire mitigation, data analytics, statistics, or data mining technologies.

Role: PROFESSIONAL

Number of Vacancies: 1 

Location: Honolulu – Oahu

Hiring Range: The hiring range for the Fire Data Scientist - Oahu [Req ID 10009] position is $87,400.00 to $111,500.00. The person selected will be placed according to his/her skills and qualifications. 

About Hawaiian Electric Companies
Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state's 1.4 million residents. The company is also one of the state's leading employers and a major contributor and supporter of community and educational programs.

The demand for power that has fueled the growth of the Hawaiian Islands has been met by Hawaiian Electric Companies for well over a century. And as the next millennium unfolds, the company is committed to providing quality service and seeking clean local energy sources to power generations of Hawaii families and businesses to come. Visit us at http://hawaiianelectric.com.

Interested individuals should apply online. The application must clearly indicate the demonstrated experience/knowledge/skills/abilities the candidate possesses which specifically qualifies him/her for the position.

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1. Authorize the Hawaiian Electric Companies to confirm all statements contained in the application and/or any materials submitted and made a part of the application as they relate to the position and to the extent permitted by law;
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4. Authorizes release and transfer of all personnel records to be maintained by the hiring company in the event of an inter-company transfer; and
5. Authorize, direct, and consent to Hawaiian Electric Companies and/or its authorized agents to conduct investigations into candidates' background. These investigations may include, but are not limited to searches for information about applicants; record of criminal convictions to the extent permitted by law, education records, professional certifications, personal character references, and employment history.

EEO Statement
Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. 

Hawaiian Electric Companies complies with all applicable laws, including Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any request for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be communicated by the candidate to the HR Service Center at (808) 543-4848.

Affiliate Disclaimer
Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc., Maui Electric Company, and Hawaii Electric Light (“Company”) are Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (“PUC”) regulated companies. The disclosure relating to Affiliate Transaction Requirements that follows is made pursuant to the PUC’s Decision and Order No. 35962, issued on December 19, 2018, and subsequently modified by Order No. 36112, issued on January 24, 2019 in Docket No. 2018-0065.

By submitting your application, you understand and acknowledge that, if you are hired by the Company and subsequently transferred, assigned or otherwise employed by an Affiliate, said Affiliate will be required to make a one-time payment to the Company in an amount up to twenty-five percent (25%) of your base annual compensation.  

In addition, if you are hired by the Company and subsequently transferred, assigned or otherwise employed by an Affiliate or an Affiliate-Related Entity, for a period of one year, you cannot appear in negotiations or otherwise interact directly with the Company or work on the same matter that you worked on while with the Company. 

Affiliate is defined as “any person or entity that possesses an ‘affiliate interest’ in a utility as defined by section 269-19.5, Hawaii Revised Statutes (“HRS”), including a utility’s parent holding company, except as otherwise provided by HRS section 269-19.5(h).”

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