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Benton PUD Operations Administrative and Business Analyst I or II in Kennewick, Washington
Are you passionate about utilizing research and analysis to identify business challenges and improve existing processes and systems? Are you adept at overseeing daily administrative tasks, managing office operations, and providing top-notch support to high-level executives and managers? If yes, you've come to the right place! Benton PUD is seeking an exceptional individual who can handle it all to join our Operations directorate as an Administrative and Business Analyst I or II. As a key member of our Operations team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of new or revised programs, services, policies, and procedures that drives our success. Are you the professional we are looking for? Apply TODAY!
Position Purpose/Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to lead the administrative and analytic function of the Operations directorate by providing executive- and manager-level support, exercising discretion and independent judgement, and utilizing available data and tools to provide information and recommend solutions that can be used in support of the District's Operations strategies. The position will develop informative or actionable presentations, dashboards and stories based on analytical analysis and act as a resource for staff in developing, implementing, or maintaining departmental policies, procedures, projects, and business needs.
*Accountabilities *
Support the District's mission to serve our customers and foster a positive workplace by personally choosing behavior aligned with our values and ethical code.
Participate in the development of new or revised programs, services, policies and procedures by performing basic research and analysis, testing and collaborating with District staff.
Support department and District benchmarking and internal quality assurance by updating and tracking routine department reports and statistics.
Ensure timely information is available to the Operations management team by using the District's Business Intelligence toolset to create basic dashboards and data stories, queries, and reports.
Stay abreast of new developments within assigned area of responsibility by attending and participating in trainings, professional group meetings and external committees.
Perform projects affecting District operations and the conduct of business, as assigned, by conducting research, providing supporting data, and finding appropriate solutions as needed for meetings, work projects, and management reports including but not limited to the Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3) application and the Emergency Response and Restoration Plan.
Ensure the smooth operation of the department by acting as lead in the coordination and dissemination of clerical and administrative support work including but not limited to the appropriate collection and retention of department records, leading responses for public information requests, coordinating schedules for phone coverage, and delegating tasks as appropriate.
Ensure the department's budget is maintained by participating in the formulation of the budget and business / operational planning sessions, processing department expenditures, processing requisitions, and reconciling expenditures against the authorized budget.
Ensure effective contract oversight by performing Contract Work Manager duties as assigned by planning,
