Apply on Employer Site

Grant County Public Utility District · 1 month ago

Business Analyst III - Asset Management

Ephrata, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$87K/yr - $139K/yr

6+ years exp

Grant County Public Utility District is responsible for developing Asset Management Plans (AMPs) for the replacement and renewal of critical infrastructure. The Business Analyst III will work collaboratively with various stakeholders to ensure investment planning aligns with regulatory requirements and support strategic objectives through data-driven analyses and actionable plans.

Electrical DistributionEnergyPublic Safety

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a framework for asset investment planning that is integrated into the District’s budgeting and portfolio management processes

Support project identification and options analysis to justify project investment. Use tools such as risk assessment, whole life cost modeling, and expected value analysis

Combine individual strategies, plans, and ideas into a comprehensive Asset Management Plan that is executable

Develop and assess multiple portfolio investment scenarios to support strategic flexibility and resilience

Identify required project resources and forecast future resource needs based on portfolio scenarios

Ensure investment planning aligns with regulatory requirements, internal governance policies, and industry standards

Support the identification and tracking of long lead time items that are necessary for project execution

Develop portfolio performance metrics and benchmarks. Ensure timely and accurate tracking and reporting of progress against those metrics. Conduct regular reviews of the Asset Management Plan and project execution and update the Asset Management Plan as necessary

Establish Asset Plan governance, Risk Management, and Quality Assurance processes

Collaborate with Operations and Maintenance, Engineering, Finance, Portfolio Management, and Project Management to ensure holistic investment decisions. Communicate effectively with project teams and stakeholders to facilitate collaboration and alignment

Prepare and present asset investment reports and dashboards. Develop ad hoc queries for management reporting

Skilled in identifying complex problems, reviewing related information, developing, and evaluating options, and implementing solutions

Manage stakeholder expectations effectively and drive teams and customers toward decisions. Internally communicate at all levels of the organization and represent the organization in external meetings/forums

Recognize inefficiencies with processes/procedures/organizational structure and proactively offer suggestions for improvements. Be effective in conducting data-driven analyses, synthesizing, and assessing strategic options, and delivering on initiatives

In this position, if needed to operate a GPUD vehicle for business purposes, please refer to the Vehicle/Asset Usage Policy, IS-TA-POL-001

Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan. The incumbent should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations

Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies & procedures

In this position, if needed to operate a GPUD vehicle for business purposes, please refer to the Vehicle/Asset Usage Policy, IS-TA-POL-001

Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to: Following all safety policies and procedures. Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions. Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor. Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance

Qualification

Asset ManagementData AnalyticsPortfolio ManagementCMMSMS Office ProficiencyTechnical TranslationProblem-SolvingInterpersonal CommunicationAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in business, management, finance, engineering, or related field 2 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in operational planning, program development, portfolio management, data analytics, or other business experience

Strong understanding of asset management principles and best practices

Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Effective interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written

Proficiency in MS Office products, MS Project, MS SharePoint, SQL, PowerBi, and Maximo

Demonstrated ability to analyze data, develop insights, and deliver actionable recommendations

Proven track record of problem-solving, influencing, and advocating for organizational objectives

Ability to understand physical equipment and translate technical details into business needs

Preferred

Four (4) years' experience specifically in the utility industry

Experience with CMMS Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

Asset Management Diploma, CAPM or PMP

Benefits

Grant County PUD will administer a background check as part of the hiring process, if selected for this position.

This link below will provide you with Grant PUD’s benefit that may be available if hired, different employee types are eligible for different benefits.

Grant PUD — Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org)