UTILITIES ANALYST

Utilities Analyst

The City of Riverside, Public Utilities Department (RPU) is accepting applications for the position of Utilities Analyst to fill one (1) vacancy in the Finance-Rates Division and one (1) vacancy in the Customer Service 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 will perform professional and technical administrative and analytical support; to assist in the preparation of the departmental budget; to conduct a variety of analyses; to perform responsible and technical tasks in the development and application of functions specific to departmental operations and procedures; 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 Desired Qualifications:

• Strong analytical skills, including forecasting, productivity analysis, and interpreting complex data into actionable insights.
• Proficiency in data visualization and reporting tools (Excel, Power BI), with experience developing dashboards, KPI metrics, and ad hoc operational reports.
• Advanced Excel capability (pivot tables, lookups, complex formulas).
• Familiarity with financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cost/benefit evaluation.
• Experience with operational performance monitoring, workflow optimization, and statistical trend evaluation.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to present findings to leadership, develop procedures and coordinate documentation. Experience working in a government, public utility, or regulated industry environment (preferred).

Documents Required at the Time of Application:

• Completed Employment Application
• Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

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.

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.

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:

1. An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at Members NACES or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at
2. An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

Benefits

Benefit Level II includes Senior Management, Management and Professional classifications (Exempt)

The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows:

• Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3-year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.

• Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost. And is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.

• Health Insurance - The City offers six health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,734 per month for HMO plans (family coverage).

• Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $85 per month.

• Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage.

• Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment equal to two times the annual salary rounded to the next highest $1,000 (up to $700k) plus AD&D. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employee and eligible dependents (up to $300k).

• Deferred Compensation - The City will contribute the following amounts per month, with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check:

  • Management and Professional Units: $150/month
  • Senior Management Unit: $175/month

• Leave Benefits - Includes vacation leave, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits. Please refer to the Fringe Benefits and Salary Plan for specific details.

• Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation.

• Long Term Disability - The City offers optional enrollment in the Long-Term Disability Plan.

• LegalEase Plan Optional legal services plan for employees and eligible dependents.

• Critical Illness Plan Optional critical illness insurance plan for employees and eligible dependents.

• Vacation Accrual -