Asset Management Specialist / Asset Management Analyst (25-097)

Job Description Asset Management Specialist / Asset Management Analyst Job Announcement No: 25-097 (repost 25-077) Vacant Position(s): 1 Department: Asset Management & GIS APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED. Salary Range: SEE BELOW Grade: SEE BELOW Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm (Flexible)

Under supervision of the Asset Management Program Manager, the Asset Management Analyst supports the asset management program through the performance of technical duties and management of projects. Asset management activities may include program development, maintenance management, continual improvement, data collection and management, performance analysis, capital prioritization, and asset risk management.

- Manage and lead asset management projects as recognized in the Strategic Asset Management Plan.

- Research asset management best practices and use knowledge to apply best practices to existing programs.

- Perform complex technical analysis on asset data related to asset management projects and programs.

- Support and lead asset data stewardship including the asset registry, asset attributes, maintenance activities, risk information, and asset lifecycle cost.

- Promote best practice and consistent use of asset management information systems such as Cityworks, EAM, and GIS.

- Develop and manage reports supporting the analysis and tracking of the asset management program.

- Assist and provide guidance in the maintenance and continual improvement of the asset registry, asset classes, and categories.

- Coordinate and lead strategic and continual planning for the asset register.

- Ensure asset database is accurate and fully integrated into enterprise systems.

- Ensure accuracy, validity, and integrity of asset data.

- Analyze complex interactions among data and usage models.

- Using various programming tools, develop technical solutions for use in asset management data entry, data analysis, and report production to meet current user departments’ needs.

- Resolve problems related to the asset management information system environment and recommend solutions which will prevent recurrence.

- Coordinate and work with various CWS departments including Engineering, GIS, Accounting, IT, and Operations staff.

- Develop business processes, standard operating instructions (SOIs), and technical tools to support departments in asset management as required.

- Develop and provide organizational training relevant to internal and external asset management stakeholders, team members, and other associates.

- Regular attendance is required.

- Job performance must conform to all CWS policies and procedures.

- Specific knowledge of ISO 55000, International Infrastructure Management Manual, Charleston Water System Asset Management Policy, and Charleston Water System Strategic Asset Management Plan.

- Specific knowledge of CWS Environmental Management System Policy and Procedures.

Job Requirements

Additional Duties

- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements, Activities, and Working Conditions

- Ability to understand complex written and oral instructions and effectively communicate detailed information with others orally and in writing.

- Ability to visually observe computer screens and hard copy reports.

- Ability to exert up to 20 pounds; Objects greater than 50 pounds require a two-person operation.

- Occasional field work to acquire additional infrastructure data or to confirm accuracy of data.

- Ability to work individually or in groups.

- Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as defined in the Job Safety Analysis (JSA) to perform essential functions.

Education and Experience

- See below.

ASSET MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

$58,094.40 ($27.93/hr) - $90,064.00 ($43.30/hr)

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related discipline, OR an Associate’s degree in a similar field and a minimum of three (3) years of experience with asset management, OR equivalent combination of related education and experience equal to six (6) years.

- Knowledge of data management, database principles, and system design.

- Experience with data analysis and interpretation using statistical or mathematical techniques.

- Experience supporting projects and being part of a project team.

- Knowledge of utility infrastructure is preferred with emphasis on water and wastewater infrastructure asset management, standard operational practices, data collection and analysis, and system performance monitoring.

- Knowledge of asset management principles and program elements preferred.

ASSET MANAGEMENT Analyst

$72,238.40 ($34.73/hr) - $111,966.40 ($53.83/hr)

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related discipline and a minimum of two (2) years of experience with asset management, preferred, OR an Associate’s degree in a similar field and a minimum of five (5) years of experience with enterprise asset management, OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience equal to eight (8) years.

- Knowledge of asset management principles and program elements.

- Practical knowledge of data management, database principles, and system design.

- Experience with data analysis and interpretation using statistical or mathematical techniques.

- Experience planning, managing, and controlling projects.

- Must have the ability to independently manage projects.

- Familiarity with asset condition assessment procedures, and other data gathering techniques.

- Familiarity with asset accounting principles and standards.

- Knowledge of ISO 55000 Asset Management Standards

BOTH ASSET MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST AND aSSET mANAGEMENT aNALYST

- Knowledge in water and wastewater infrastructure preferred, with emphasis on infrastructure asset management, standard operational practices, data collection and analysis, and system performance monitoring.

- Ability to effectively and efficiently use a personal computer and software to include, but not limited to Windows-based applications, asset management applications, and database applications.

- Must have the ability to make independent decisions and develop solutions to problems encountered while carrying out assigned duties.

- Strong analytical and organizational skills.

- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness.

Licenses, Certifications, Registrations

- Valid South Carolina Driver’s License required.

Training Needs

- OSHA and Departmental safety training as required.

- Skills Based Training.

- Standard Operating Instruction (SOI) per department requirements.

- ISO 14001 standards for department and company.

- See Department Competency and Training Matrix for this position.

Potential Career Path

- Asset Management Analyst

- Asset Management Program Manager