Data Analyst (Work Management Analytics)

Data Analyst (Work Management Analytics)

Colorado Springs Utilities is hiring a Data Analyst to join our team as we mature and expand analytics, digital transformation, and business process automation in our organization. We participate in a wide variety of initiatives and value the ability to develop solutions that provide business value utilizing people, processes, and technology. We support users across different business functions, so the ability to learn quickly, build rapport, pivot rapidly, and think creatively and strategically is important.

Skills that we value for this job:

• Data visualization best practices
• Knowledge of database structures
• Technology Project Management Fundamentals
• Experience with iterative development processes
• Experience with data acquisition and transformation

Please note the job is in-office during the probation period (typically 6 months). After completion of the probationary period, a hybrid schedule may be available based on applicable personnel policy.

What will you be doing?

• Analyzing and interpreting complex datasets and preparing visuals to inform decision-making
• Gathering requirements and information from stakeholders to be able to pull, transform, model, and analyze data to achieve desired outcomes or address critical questions
• Harvesting and cleaning data to ensure the accuracy of results and information
• Delivering high-value solutions with minimal supervision
• Communicating results from analyses to non-technical audiences in ways that ensure understanding
• Ensuring compliance with data privacy, security regulations, and best practices

Who You Are:

• Highly qualified candidates will bring 4 or more years of experience analyzing business needs and building solutions that deliver value
• Experience with the Microsoft Power Platform is valued
• Experience with Power BI, other data visualization and reporting software is valued
• Experience with ETL principles and data architecture concepts
• Delivering projects in scope and on schedule with minimal supervision
• Solid understanding of structured and unstructured data concepts
• Experience with basic project management fundamentals (e.g., gathering requirements, scoping out work that needs to be performed, and delivering results)
• Experience with iterative development processes

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a small amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions within an office working environment.

Who We Are:

• Check us out on our YouTube channel. (https://www.youtube.com/@SpringsUtilities)
• One of the largest four-service public utilities in the nation (over 500,000 customers)
• A national leader in reliability (power on an average of 99.991% of the time)
• Diamond Designation recipient from the American Public Power Association – a utility sector leader in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvements

Our Commitment to Our Employees…
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.

Time Off to Recharge

• Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
• Personal Leave –3 days per year
• Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
• Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
• Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually

Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month

• Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
• Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
• Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
• Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
• Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP

Financial & Retirement Security

• Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
• Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
• Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs

Additional Support

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness