Short-Term Temporary or Out-of-Class

Position Description

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU)
has an exciting
Short-Term Temporary (External) or Out-of-Class (Internal) Business Systems Analyst
opportunity in our Finance Division. The selected candidate will serve as a business and technical lead for SPU's financial data and reporting environment. This environment comprises of multiple enterprise applications/systems and a complex financial data warehouse. A unique combination of information technology, finance, accounting, and business skills are needed. As part of SPU's Finance Division, this position requires excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills to ensure a successful partnership between City departments, Seattle IT, and SPU users of financial data and financial systems.

This opportunity is expected to last
approximately 10-11 months
and is open to all qualified candidates.

About Seattle Public Utilities:
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.6 million customers in the region. SPU's work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations. For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), checkout the following:

• SPU Website
• SPU Workplace Expectations
• Strategic Business Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

Primary Job Responsibilities for the Temporary or OOC Business Systems Analyst (ITP C-BU):

• Develop and support enhancements to the data warehouse, data marts, and analytical cube systems.
• Design and develop data marts for analytics and reporting products such as IBM Cognos, Tableau and MS Power BI.
• Work with stakeholders and technical staff serving as a single point of contact (SPOC) to determine business needs for the creation, enhancements and testing of applications for process efficiency, improvements, performance and quality standards.
• Prepare workflow diagrams, feasibility studies, business requirements, and specifications for review and approval by stakeholders.
• Prepare protocols, policies and procedures to ensure quality and data integrity standards.
• Design, develop, and assist in the development of end user ad-hoc reports or published reports, queries, and dashboards.
• Identify resources including systems, databases, networks, and direct technical support.
• Develop training materials, coordinate, and conduct end user training.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
Experience:
Three (3) years of experience as a Business Systems Analyst performing duties such as the implementation of off-the-shelf business applications, including gap-fit analyses, capabilities assessments, design, configuration, and/or testing.

Education:
Associate's degree in Management Information System, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems or a related field

*Combinations of appropriate education, training, certification, and experience(s) will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability.
*Desired Qualifications

• Experience with reporting tools (Cognos, Tableau, Power BI etc.)
• Familiarity with Software Development Life Cycle methodologies (Agile) and templates
• Ability to see beyond the assumed issue to identify and find solutions for underlying business goals

Additional Information

How to Apply:
In addition to fully completing the online application,
*we require*
candidates to attach a current resume, and cover letter describing your work experience(s) and how that makes you a good candidate for this role.

The full salary range for this position is $46.03 per hour - $69.04 per hour.

Workplace Environment
This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. City employees will have the option to work remotely two days a week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.

Who may apply:
This opportunity is open to all qualified candidates

The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: covered family-members/most employees-plans

If you have any questions, please contact Heather Baldwin-Stewart