Senior GIS Business Systems Analyst

Position Description Tacoma Power is looking for a Senior Business Systems Analyst with advanced GIS expertise to support the Engineering Projects and Services (EPS) group within Tacoma Power’s Transmission & Distribution (T&D) section. This role requires strong proficiency in GIS mapping and a solid understanding of electrical power systems and utility operations as well as familiarity with the Esri Utility Network, and related business systems. Responsibilities Include Review, evaluate, and manage Tacoma Power’s T&D GIS data residing in the Esri Utility Network environment. Serve as a subject matter expert and liaison between EPS and the T&D Product Owner, T&D Supervisors and the Utility Technology Services (UTS) team on GIS-related items including but not limited to testing, troubleshooting, drafting standards, enhancements, and best work processes. Develop, update, and maintain documentation for staff procedures and workflow processes. Serve as a technical lead and GIS subject matter expert; ensure a digital twin of the transmission and distribution network through quality assurance measures. As assigned, provides end user training on related systems and process updates. Qualifications Minimum Education* Bachelor's degree public or business administration, information technology or directly related field Minimum Experience* 4 years of progressively responsible analytical and/or functional analyst, user support or database maintenance work in area related to assignment Relevant education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis Selection Process & Supplemental Information Apply All interested individuals must apply online and attach a resume and cover letter that includes major responsibilities and accomplishments related to the position. Appointment is subject to references and passing a background check. A Commitment to Equity & Diversity At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all. If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table. 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. Compensation & Benefits Pay Details: Annual Salary: $105,643.20 - $148,740.80 Employee Benefits | City of Tacoma Get Assistance For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591-5400 by 4:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement. For technical difficulties using the Neogov system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes. Communication with the City of Tacoma We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from Tacoma.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should 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 email folders. 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. 01 Do you a bachelor's degree in public or business administration, information technology or directly related field? *Relevant education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis. Yes No 02 How many years of progressively responsible analytical and/or functional analyst, user support or database maintenance work experience do you have in area related to assignment? Please select which best describes your experience level. Less than 4 years 4-7 years experience 8 years or more N/A 03 Do you have 5 or more years of work experience relating directly to GIS and/or Power Electrical fields? Yes No 04 Please describe your experience with the Power Transmission and Distribution system. 05 Please describe your experience with the ESRI Utility Network technology. 06 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. 07 Please tell us how you learned about this job opening. 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