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Hydro Project Management Analyst (Business Services Analyst)

Salary

$86,382.40 - $121,617.60 Annually

Location

Mossyrock, WA

Job Type

Non-Classified

Job Number

P0160-24F

Department

Power

Division

Generation - Mayfield

Opening Date

05/30/2024

Closing Date

6/27/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

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Position Description

We are seeking a Hydro Project Management Analyst (Business Services Analyst) to play a crucial role in Supporting Tacoma Power's Generation’s mission of providing clean, reliable, marketable energy while ensuring stewardship of our resources by supporting the operations of Generation’s Hydro Projects.

As a Business Services Analyst, you will actively contribute to providing analysis, coordination, and communication to support the Generation Section’s mission and goals. This position will ensure that compliance regulations are met including those around domestic water systems, hazardous waste, and our FERC licenses. This position provides Administrative Analysis and Operational support for the 4 Tacoma Power Parks.

Responsibilities Include:

Generation Domestic Water Systems Coordinator

• Oversee, Administer and Coordinate activities on the 11 Generation Owned Domestic Water Systems to maintain compliance with the WSDOH regulations. Duties include tracking and updating required documentation, updating on site manuals, monitoring test results to maintain compliance, planning and scheduling DOH required inspections, providing guidance to staff working on the systems and oversee the sampling requirements to maintain compliance, and training staff on water systems activities. Follows Department of Health (DOH) guidelines and provides guidance to field staff when taking samples of water. The results from these samples informs needs for repair, maintenance and review of public potable water systems.

Tacoma Power Parks Reservation System Administrator

• Duties include monitoring and responding to customer communications, conducting and reporting on customer surveys, reservation system maintenance and testing, regular coordination with the vendor (Camis), support and train park operations on updates and the use of the Camis system, manage the vendor contract and coordinate with internal stakeholders on materials. Monitors the general Power Parks email address and responds to questions and complaints as they arise from our park system that has 500,000 visitors annually. Develop year end reports from the park reservation system and annual park survey.

Tacoma Power Parks Administrative Analysis:

• Research, develop, analyze, and propose rate adjustments for camping fees to Generation Management, to keep fees comparable to other organizations who provide similar amenities as Tacoma Power Parks. When fee adjustments are needed develop and present an adjustment plan and schedule for implementation. Research, develop and present solutions for park operation improvements, park safety improvements, park staff career development, and park operational equity initiatives. Coordinate changes to park customers information materials like park pamphlets, park rules, and other park documentation for the park visitors. Coordinate Tacoma Power Parks meeting by developing the meeting agenda, presenting developed park usage reports, financial reports, and customer feedback reports on parks that receive 500,000 visitors annually.

Oversee and administer various Cowlitz Hydro Project compliance programs

• Includes the following: Coordinate the removal of project hazardous waste, Coordinate project inspection for fire extinguishers, eye wash stations, and other safety equipment. Coordinate regulatory sign inspections to maintain compliance with our FERC License. Posts burn bans in each of the Parks based on direction from County regulations.

Hydro Projects Work Management System Maintenance and Improvements

• Maintains and updates multiple database systems in Access to keep track of staff time management, work management/maintenance, fleet maintenance tracking, and inspection/regulatory compliance maintenance. Maintain current staff planning and scheduling database, provide support for technology upgrade to different work management systems.

Cowlitz Hydro Project Reporting and Scheduling and event coordination in the communities near and around the Hydro Project.

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NOTE: This is an in-person position with the Office located at the Tacoma Power Mayfield Dam (253 Hydro Lane, Silver Creek, WA)

Qualifications

Minimum Education*

Bachelor's degree public or business administration or directly related field such as business process analysis

Minimum Experience*

2 years of analytical and/or program coordination/management work in area related to assignment

*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements

Valid Washington State driver’s license

Knowledge & Skills

Desirable: Current First Aid/CPR certificate

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

This recruitment is being managed by Kye Merritt, if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn.

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

Tacoma Power

Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 180,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town.

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Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.

Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.

Communication from the City of Tacoma:

We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.

If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400 prior to 4pm on the closing date of this posting.

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in business administration or a directly related field such as Data Management or business process analysis? OR do you have 4 years of related work experience that can substitute for a degree on a year-for-year basis? *Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

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  Do you have 2+ or more years of analytical and/or program coordination/management work?

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  Do you possess a valid WA driver's license or can obtain one at time of employment?

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  Do you have a current First Aid/CPR certificate or can obtain one by time of employment?

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  One of the City's Principles that guides us is Equity. Describe what equity means to you and describe any experience you have working with diverse groups of people.

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Human Resources Department 747 Market Street Tacoma, Washington, 98402-3764

Phone

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Website

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