Asset Management Specialist
The Asset Management Specialist involves highly responsible specialized administrative and office work requiring planning and coordinating department information activities within an Asset Management System, as well as implementing continuing improvements to business operations processes while assuring compliance with organization directives, regulations, and respective agency or business plans. This position assists in the daily administration and maintenance of the Utility's AMS, GIS mapping.
The following statements describe the principal functions of this job and its scope of responsibility but shall not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including working in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.
- Provides monthly reports (i.e., water loss, new connections, work orders, assets, etc.) to management.
- Implements, monitors, and maintains policies and procedures, operations, trend analysis, process reviews, and other assignments related to department operations.
- Implements, monitors, and maintains management information systems that include relational databases, data integrity, and system activities.
- Identifies and implements necessary process improvements within the Asset Management System.
- Creates and manages employee accounts, stores, and equipment records within the AMS.
- Creates and maintains records of physical assets (wastewater manholes, water mains, lift stations, fire hydrants, etc.) within the AMS which also includes GIS edits as approved by the IT department.
- Aids operating entities, divisions, or sections to provide services and support information processing needs and troubleshoots business process problems.
- Creates work orders for Utility personnel on a daily basis within the AMS.
- Provides detailed information to implement corrections to (GIS) pertaining to the Utility system.
- Assists in the onboarding and ongoing training of new team members.
- Coordinates the field verification of assets throughout the Utility Department.
- Provides assistance and recommendations pertaining to the Utility systems.
- Interacts with the general public in matters dealing with customer complaints.
- Generates locate requests on a daily basis via Sunshine One Call Center program to be used by a general locating company to locate and mark other utilities before repairs can be performed on utility assets.
- Regular attendance is required.
- Must maintain a telephone for emergency contact.
County employees are required to report for work during a state of emergency and are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations which may include duties other than those specified in this job description.
Minimum Qualifications :
Education : Graduation from an accredited college with a two (2) year degree in business, science, or similar, preferred.Experience : Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in utility construction and maintenance; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Experience in asset management tracking, inventory management, and computer information systems is preferred.Skills : Computer, asset management, and mapping.
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations :
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License with a good driving record as defined by current insurance carrier.Must possess or be capable of obtaining a FEMA ICS 100, ICS 200, and ICS 700 NIMS certification.A valid FDEP Distribution System Operators Level "3" license and / or FWPCOA Wastewater Collections Level "C" certification is preferred.This position may be subject to vaccines when necessary.A combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted at the County's discretion.
Required Competencies :
Knowledge of business technology and data processing systems, asset management tracking, and inventory management such as Lucity, Genero, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Datalink, Lion Image System, Arc Reader / GIS, and basic internet.Ability to train others in the use of the above-mentioned computer programs.Knowledge of office automation and word processing software.Knowledge of data analysis and research techniques, methods, processes.Displays diplomacy when communicating with customers.Computer literacy and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and browser-based applications.Ability to work independently and to use sound judgment at all times.Ability to troubleshoot and resolve business and procedural problems with AMS.Ability to perform technical computations and analyses, categorize data, and produce reports using multiple software applications.Skill in preparing written reports and letters to document activities.Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and to prepare accurate and concise reports and letters.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, customers, and county staff.Skill in comprehending and following written and oral directions and in completing assignments.Ability to use highly technical computer applications, such as GIS or CAD.Ability to work independently, without close supervision, and to make sound judgmental decisions.Knowledge of personnel policies and procedures.Ability and willingness to work weekends, holidays, and at other times in case of emergencies.Physical Demands :
Skills : use of hands, hearing, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, and visual acuity.Environmental Conditions :
Very Frequent : Office environment.Occasional : Working outside, in heat, cold, and high humidity. Working in dampness or chilliness, in dry conditions, in or with noisy conditions, or in darkness (underground), on uneven surfaces, below ground level (ditches), working closely with others. Working in or with moving objects or vehicles, and working alone.Works in a relatively safe, secure, and stable work environment.Equipment Used :
Uses pc computer monitor, keyboard, and printer, copy machine.Grade : 6
Veterans Preference Position, must be minimally qualifiedHernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, gender, orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected characteristic as defined by law. Hernando County is a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to drug testing in accordance with Federal and Florida State Law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must provide notification to the BOCC in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.