Asset Management Specialist II

Thurston County

• $71K — $95K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mathematics, geography, business, finance, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Two years of technical experience related to infrastructure assets.
  • Proficient with relevant computer software for essential tasks.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Valid Washington State Driver's License or appropriate accommodation.

Responsibilities

  • Organize, analyze, and interpret GIS data.
  • Perform complex GIS and tabular calculations.
  • Create maps and visual data products to user specifications.
  • Prepare reports and data visualizations for management.
  • Advise on capital and maintenance planning decisions.
  • Provide guidance to operations teams regarding asset management policies.
  • Assist with training staff on the Asset Management Information System.

Benefits

  • Union representation.
  • Eligibility for overtime under FLSA.
  • Access to health and retirement benefits.
  • Opportunities for flexible work schedules post-probation.
  • Collaborative work environment across multiple departments.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The salary range for this position is $5,959.00-$7,926.00 monthly.

Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for an Asset Management Specialist 2 to join our dynamic, energetic, and innovative team. The successful candidate will have the ability to create and manage GIS data, use maintenance history data to produce reports for management level staff, and work directly with field staff to create and configure solutions to meet their day-to-day needs. The selected candidate will facilitate implementation of the Public Works Asset Management Program for multiple operating and engineering divisions.

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Organize, analyze, and interpret GIS data
  • Perform complex Geographic Information System (GIS) and tabular calculations
  • Create print maps, web maps, and dashboards to user specifications
  • Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and data visualization products
  • Make recommendations to decision makers to support capital and maintenance planning
  • Work directly with operations teams to provide technical expertise and guidance on policies, procedures, requirements, and methods related to asset management
  • Assist and train operational staff in using the Asset Management Information System (AMIS)
  • QA/QC of GIS and tabular data related to infrastructure assets and resources for all Public Works divisions
  • Configure the AMIS and GIS in alignment with established standards
  • Work across departments and divisions to achieve Asset Management goals

To view the full job classification, click here:Asset Management Specialist 2

Essential Personnel:This position is considered to be an essential worker and may be required to work during non-business hours or closures in order to meet operational requirements and needs.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • Work Environment - Office settings on the Tilley campus, some field work across Thurston County.
  • Schedule - Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 pm during probationary period. Potential options for alternative schedules after probationary period. Workload demands may occasionally require work outside the assigned work hours.
  • Travel Requirements - Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings or trainings.
  • Customer Interactions - Daily interactions via phone, in-person, and video with Thurston County staff and the public.


QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in mathematics, geography, business, finance, engineering, or related field. Additional related experience may substitute for education requirements on a year-for-year basis.
  • Two (2) years of experience performing technical tasks related to infrastructure assets.
  • Ability to utilize a computer with related software to perform the essential functions of the position.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Valid Washington State Driver's License or an appropriate accommodation.


DESIRED SKILLS:
  • Experience/knowledge of Public Works Assets such as roads, parks, trails, stormwater, water & sewer utilities, traffic, etc. and how GIS is used with them.
  • Ability to make field measurements with GIS instruments and complete calculations using computers or calculators.
  • GIS knowledge and experience; Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) product experience preferred.
  • Ability to create and maintain clear and concise user documentation and training materials.
  • Ability to collect and analyze technical information and to develop logical solutions or alternatives to problems.
  • Ability to respectfully translate technical information to be easily understood by non-technical personnel.


OTHER RELATED RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:

Questions about this recruitment? Please contact Wes Mills, Asset Manager, at (360) 490-7056 or [email protected]

This position is:
  • Represented by a Union
  • Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
  • Eligible for benefits

Items required for consideration:
  • Application
  • Resume
  • Letter of Interest
  • Supplemental Questions

Learn more about Thurston County at: Thurston County

Please note: Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement.

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