City of Minneapolis
Water Systems Data Analyst
City of Minneapolis, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Salary:
$64,868.00 - $89,774.00 AnnuallyPosition DescriptionMinneapolis Water Treatment & Distribution Services (WTDS), a division of the City’s Public Works Department, is the largest drinking water utility in the upper Midwest. Our mission is to reliably provide safe, high-quality drinking water while serving as effective stewards of public resources and infrastructure. We take great pride in making significant contributions to the public health and safety of the community by delivering drinking water to over a half million people in the City of Minneapolis and its surrounding communities and providing water for firefighting.RoleThis impactful position will play a critical role in improving the utility’s information management and reporting processes for our water treatment control systems. This job is primarily focused on:Supporting and training operations staff and others in the use of our existing reporting system and enhancing the system through the development of reports, dashboards, and other metrics;Reviewing current business practices and offering technical solutions to create efficiencies and improve workflows;Supporting a variety of other software systems such as meter reading, laboratory equipment and control system technologies.Work Location:
This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.Working Condition:
Normal Office SettingJob Duties And ResponsibilitiesFacilitate collaboration and understanding between users and technical staff, including vendors, contractors, and City IT.Identify business and application needs, prepare report specifications, and test applications.Analyze data and facilitate business process reviews in order to offer technical solutions that address the needs of the business.Develop reports by extracting data from various systems and sources.Perform system and security setup.Identify and troubleshoot software problems.Manage the division’s SharePoint implementation and other collaborative information sharing solutions.Assist and train users.Conduct or manage reviews of procedures manuals and user guides.Administer and maintain system documentation, including application manuals.Develop temporary and long-term solutions for both hardware and software issues.Perform system monitoring and testing to ensure reliability.Communicate system and application changes.Assist in supporting a variety of water treatment and distribution software systems.Required QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or equivalent.Minimum Experience:
Three years experience performing related duties.Equivalency:
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.Selection ProcessThe selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.Background CheckThe City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.Union RepresentationThis position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the
Minneapolis Professional Employees Association (MPEA).Eligible List StatementThe names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire
one
month after it has been established.Interview SelectionThe hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesKnowledge of third-party software, such as Cognos, Tableau or other BI tools, SQL, Visio, Microsoft Applications, and Smartsheet.Strong ability to learn new applications and technologies.Experience with Python, JavaScript, Visual Basic or similar programming languages.Knowledge of database applications, software, and network systems. (Specific requirements vary depending on assignments).Knowledge of data connections to various databases and data transfer protocols.Ability to listen and understand user requests and issues and ask the right questions.Knowledge of business process modeling, project implementation, business analysis tools and techniques.Ability to train others in applications processes and procedures.Good verbal and written communication skills.Good customer relation skills and the ability to act as liaison between technical and non-technical staff.Knowledge of the City and the Department operations and procedures (where assigned).Benefits SummaryOur employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being.Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page.New 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave.City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.InsuranceHealth insuranceEligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.Dental insuranceThe City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.BenefitsPaid time offOur generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements.RetirementCity employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).TransportationEligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs--such as qualified parking and van pool expenses--with pre-tax dollars.Learning and developmentTo engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.Other perksEmployees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program, technology discounts and more.Closing Date/Time:
1/16/2024 11:59 PM Central
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$64,868.00 - $89,774.00 AnnuallyPosition DescriptionMinneapolis Water Treatment & Distribution Services (WTDS), a division of the City’s Public Works Department, is the largest drinking water utility in the upper Midwest. Our mission is to reliably provide safe, high-quality drinking water while serving as effective stewards of public resources and infrastructure. We take great pride in making significant contributions to the public health and safety of the community by delivering drinking water to over a half million people in the City of Minneapolis and its surrounding communities and providing water for firefighting.RoleThis impactful position will play a critical role in improving the utility’s information management and reporting processes for our water treatment control systems. This job is primarily focused on:Supporting and training operations staff and others in the use of our existing reporting system and enhancing the system through the development of reports, dashboards, and other metrics;Reviewing current business practices and offering technical solutions to create efficiencies and improve workflows;Supporting a variety of other software systems such as meter reading, laboratory equipment and control system technologies.Work Location:
This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.Working Condition:
Normal Office SettingJob Duties And ResponsibilitiesFacilitate collaboration and understanding between users and technical staff, including vendors, contractors, and City IT.Identify business and application needs, prepare report specifications, and test applications.Analyze data and facilitate business process reviews in order to offer technical solutions that address the needs of the business.Develop reports by extracting data from various systems and sources.Perform system and security setup.Identify and troubleshoot software problems.Manage the division’s SharePoint implementation and other collaborative information sharing solutions.Assist and train users.Conduct or manage reviews of procedures manuals and user guides.Administer and maintain system documentation, including application manuals.Develop temporary and long-term solutions for both hardware and software issues.Perform system monitoring and testing to ensure reliability.Communicate system and application changes.Assist in supporting a variety of water treatment and distribution software systems.Required QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or equivalent.Minimum Experience:
Three years experience performing related duties.Equivalency:
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.Selection ProcessThe selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.Background CheckThe City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.Union RepresentationThis position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the
Minneapolis Professional Employees Association (MPEA).Eligible List StatementThe names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire
one
month after it has been established.Interview SelectionThe hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesKnowledge of third-party software, such as Cognos, Tableau or other BI tools, SQL, Visio, Microsoft Applications, and Smartsheet.Strong ability to learn new applications and technologies.Experience with Python, JavaScript, Visual Basic or similar programming languages.Knowledge of database applications, software, and network systems. (Specific requirements vary depending on assignments).Knowledge of data connections to various databases and data transfer protocols.Ability to listen and understand user requests and issues and ask the right questions.Knowledge of business process modeling, project implementation, business analysis tools and techniques.Ability to train others in applications processes and procedures.Good verbal and written communication skills.Good customer relation skills and the ability to act as liaison between technical and non-technical staff.Knowledge of the City and the Department operations and procedures (where assigned).Benefits SummaryOur employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being.Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page.New 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave.City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.InsuranceHealth insuranceEligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.Dental insuranceThe City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.BenefitsPaid time offOur generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements.RetirementCity employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).TransportationEligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs--such as qualified parking and van pool expenses--with pre-tax dollars.Learning and developmentTo engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.Other perksEmployees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program, technology discounts and more.Closing Date/Time:
1/16/2024 11:59 PM Central
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