Utility Systems Analyst

City of Loveland; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Flexible spending

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Job summary

The City of Loveland is seeking a Utilities Systems Analyst in Loveland, CO to perform integration development, automation, testing, and support across Water, Power and Fiber systems.

You will analyze business processes, identify automation opportunities, configure and upgrade systems, train users, and collaborate with stakeholders to align with strategic objectives. A bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 4 years progressive experience in business process improvement
• 2+ years experience with Python and ArcPy scripting languages
• Experience in water, electric or communications utility environment highly desired
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for education requirements

Responsibilities

• Develop a thorough understanding of business processes across Water, Power and Fiber, identifying gaps in workflows and recommending improvements.
• Identify opportunities for automation to enhance efficiency throughout the department.
• Recommend modifications to existing applications, assess the impact on related interfaces, and coordinate with technical teams to implement and test proposed changes.
• Utilize Python, ArcPy to automate repetitive or redundant workflows.
• Oversee program implementation, coordinate testing activities, and monitor deployment of new systems and system updates to ensure optimal performance.
• Support system integrations and data exchange between departmental and citywide software platforms.
• Work within GIS application, database, and web server environments to support operational and analytical needs.
• Collaborate with product owners to identify and resolve software and workflow-related challenges.
• Work directly with Utility staff to evaluate current system capabilities, provide timely problem resolution, assess the need and feasibility of new system features, and review the quality and implementation of enhancements.

Skills

Python

ArcPy

GIS

Automation

Stakeholder comms

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Geography or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Cityworks

Schneider Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary:

The Utility Systems Analyst performs comprehensive process analysis, integration development, testing, and operational support for the City’s Utilities Department. This technical role requires advanced proficiency in integrating and automating complex organizational systems and processes. The position is responsible for managing multiple information workflows and collaborating with management and key stakeholders to determine system requirements and ensure alignment with strategic business objectives. Provides support for automation across numerous Utility-related business systems and assists with system configuration, implementation, upgrades, user training, and server administration. Reports directly to the Utility Solutions and Technology Manager.

Salary range for this position is $85,272.51 - $115,118.02annually, with a hiring range of $85,272.51 - $100,195.26, depending on qualifications and experience. This opportunity will be available to applicants until Monday, November 2, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. M.S.T.

Current resume is required, and a cover letter is preferred.

• Accountability & Integrity
• Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust
• Collaboration, Innovation
• Safety
• Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness.

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Essential Functions:

• Develop a thorough understanding of business processes across Water,Power and Fiber, identifying gaps in workflows and recommending improvements.
• Identify opportunities for automation to enhance efficiency throughout the department.
• Recommend modifications to existing applications, assess the impact on related interfaces, and coordinate with technical teams to implement and test proposed changes.
• Utilize Python, Arcade and ArcPy to automate repetitive or redundant workflows.
• Oversee program implementation, coordinate testing activities, and monitor the deployment of new systems and system updates to ensure optimal performance.
• Support system integrations and data exchange between departmental and citywide software platforms.
• Work within GIS application, database, and web server environments to support operational and analytical needs.
• Collaborate with product owners to identify and resolve software and workflow-related challenges.
• Work directly with Utility staff to evaluate current system capabilities, provide timely problem resolution, assess the need and feasibility of new system features, and review the quality and implementation of enhancements.

Other Job Functions:

• Assist department staff with various water, wastewater, electric and municipal broadband utility activities.
• Monitors server performance and troubleshoot as needed.
• Research server and computer requirements to support new and enhanced applications.
• Assists with vendor, products, and consultant selections.
• May perform delegated duties in the absence of the Utility Solutions and Technology Manager.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Level and Management Expectations:

• There are no supervisor/manager expectations for this role.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Required 4 Years/Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Geography or a related field.
• An equivalent combination of education and or experience may substitute for education requirements on a year-to-year basis.

Experience:

• Required: 3 Years progressive working experience in business process improvement and systems automation.
• Required: 2 Years experience with Python and ArcPY scripting languages.
• Preferred: 3 Years experience working in a water, electric or communications utility environment highly desired.

Certifications:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of general and specialized computer software solutions (including Microsoft Suite, ESRI GIS, Cityworks, Schneider Suite, web applications and customer facing software, billing and finance software) and proven technologies that can meet the business needs of Water,Power and Fiber customers.
• Proven understanding of programming/scripting languages.
• Ability to streamline workflows and business processes.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, problem solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of program, policy development, and administration of water, electric or communications utilities.
• Understanding of the interworking’s at a multiple utility department. Recognize the similarities and differences between the disciplines.
• Ability to reason, communicate, and work influentially with customer departments, vendors, and management.
• Demonstrable skills in strategic thinking, research, and working with complex, interrelated systems issues.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Frequent: Minimal physical effort typically found in clerical work. Primarily sedentary, may occasionally lift and carry light objects. Walking and/or standing as needed and minimal.
• Occasional: Light to moderate physical effort that includes frequent standing or walking or maintaining arms and hands in the same position for repetitive tasks. Frequently works with light objects and light hand tools.

Working Environment:

• Frequent: Exposure to routine office noise and equipment.
• Occasional: Exposure to hazards typically found in general office environments where there is rarely to no exposure to injury or accident.
• Occasional: Exposure to hazards that are predictable or well protected against.

Additional Working Demands / Conditions

• This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

• Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
• A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
• Discounted Chilson Center passes
• Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
• Flexible spending including Dependent Care
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
• A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary 529 College Invest program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Market based pay & regular performance reviews
• Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, and qualifications. City of Loveland job descriptions may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov for more information.

Hybrid Remote Work Eligibility

This position may be eligible for up to two days per week working remotely. Probationary employees (within the first six months of employment) may not be eligible. Subject to change based on business needs and performance expectations.

Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a driving record and criminal history background check.