The City of Riverside, Public Utilities Department (RPU) is accepting applications for the position of Utilities Analyst to fill one (1) vacancy in the Water Operations Division. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

Under general supervision, the Utilities Analyst is to perform professional and technical administrative and analytical support. To assist in the preparation of the departmental budget, conduct a variety of analyses, and perform responsible and technical tasks in the development and application of functions specific to departmental operations and procedures. The Utilities Analyst is to manage an effective legislative outreach program, to coordinate action on all legislative and regulatory matters that may impact the City's interest including, but not limited to, energy, water and telecommunications and to do related work as required.

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Analyze specific job tasks and apply or supervise application of standards to jobs.
Forecast staffing requirements and determine availability of staffing, material, and equipment to accomplish work.
Analyze job costs and performance data for cost and staffing control.
Perform research and statistical analyses on administrative, fiscal and operational problems; recommend appropriate actions based on analysis.
Participate in the design and implementation of new and revised programs, systems, procedures and methods of operation.
Assist in the development of goals, objectives, policies and procedures.
Coordinate work projects with staff, vendors and customers.
Analyze and respond to complaints and requests for information from internal and external sources; determine appropriate corrective action.
Recommend positions and strategies in response to legislative and regulatory issues at the state and federal level.
Analyze, evaluate and monitor legislation including making policy recommendations and preparing appropriate reports and correspondence.
Serve as the Department's liaison to elected representatives and their staff, trade associations, regulatory agencies, other utilities and business groups.
Advocate and represent the Department's interests at meetings.
Form cooperative coalitions and strategic partnerships with other organizations; conduct special projects.
Identify and document any required modifications to computer applications.
Use maps and check as-built maps for accuracy.

Education

Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major work in public or business administration or a closely related field. Two years of professional experience may substitute for two years of the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Experience

A range of one (1) year of experience of professional administrative experience. A master's degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Highly Desirable Qualifications

Experience working in a public agency or municipal utility, supporting operations in a construction or infrastructure environment.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, perform material take-offs, and prepare construction estimates, service agreements, and contracts.
Strong coordination and scheduling skills for operations, construction, and maintenance activities with staff, vendors, and customers.
Proficiency with work order and asset management systems, including processing work orders, invoices, and annual contract renewals.
Experience with budget preparation, financial tracking, forecasting, and supporting personnel processes such as onboarding and performance evaluations.

Documents Required At The Time Of Application

Completed Employment Application
Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide).(Download PDF reader)

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

Important Information On Scheduling Assessments

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

Educational Requirements

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/.
An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.

UTILITIES ANALYST - WATER OPERATIONS

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