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POSITION: Process Control Analyst SCHEDULE: Regular, Full Time, 4/10s, Mon-Thurs, 6am-4:30pm LOCATION: Las Vegas, NV 89153 SALARY:$103,256.00 per year

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduation from a college or university with a major in computer science, mathematics, engineering or a closely related field; and
• two years of progressively responsible experience in the design and development of real-time process control systems;
• or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• A valid Nevada driver's license and ability to maintain insurability under the District's Vehicle Insurance Policy.
• State of Nevada Division of Environmental Protection Distribution Operator's Grade I within 12 months of hire; Grade II, desirable.
• Nevada State Health Division Treatment Operator I certification within 12 months of hire; Grade II, desirable.

JOB SUMMARY: Under general direction, performs a wide variety of difficult and responsible duties in the development, testing, installation and maintenance of process control systems for the treatment, transmission and distribution of water; works with operations staff to determine, document and apply process control standards and requirements to systems and devices; programs and maintains specialized hardware and field devices; and performs related duties as assigned. The ideal candidate would have 3+ years of experience working with SCADA applications as an Analyst or Engineer; have a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or other related technology field; have experience in supporting SCADA software in a large WAN environment; have experience with Wonderware System Platform, or Emerson Ovation; have certifications, or applicable training, in networking (CCNA) and computer systems administration. The ideal candidate must be able to effectively communicate complex ideas in written and oral format to non-technical personnel and be able to work effectively in a team environment under tight deadlines on critical projects and systems with minimal supervision.

Knowledge of: Principles, methods and techniques in the design and development of process control systems and their components; principles and methods of systems analysis including business process and entity relationship analysis tools and methods; the systems development lifecycle; systems design principles and applications development methodologies and tools; programming theory and operating system capabilities and constraints applicable to the Districts process control system; relevant programming languages, including those applicable to specialized SCADA software and hardware devices including PAC/PLC programming; software development and maintenance tools and utilities; database management systems and software as they affect applications design and patching; systems integration design concepts; relational database theory, design rules and development practices; data acquisition and management principles and methods; functions, capabilities, characteristics and limitations of standard computer platforms and devices; network architecture and design concepts, including topologies, protocols, configuration, and connectivity testing and troubleshooting issues as they affect systems design; SCADA definitions, terms and standards established by ISA/IEEE; principles and practices of sound business communication; standard PC software packages, including word processing, spreadsheet, database and flowcharting.

Ability to: Perform process analyses and reach sound, logical conclusions regarding customer needs and requirements; understand and apply the analysis of functional requirements to the development of systems proposals, specifications and recommendations for efficient, cost-effective process control systems; troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve complex problems; evaluate alternatives and make sound, independent decisions within established guidelines; communicate cl arly and effectively orally and in writing; plan and conduct effective customer training programs; prepare clear, concise and accurate documentation, reports of work performed and other written materials; read, interpret, explain and apply complex technical and engineering information on processes, software and hardware for operations and field personnel; keep technical skills current to meet continuing applications development assignments; establish and maintain effective customer-focused working relationships with managers, customers, vendors, consultants, employees and others encountered in the course of work.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate computers and other standard office equipment; and reach with hands or arms. Employees are frequently required to walk, stand, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, the ability to distinguish colors and shades, and the ability to adjust focus. Mental Demands While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use oral and written communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new skills or information; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under changing deadlines with frequent interruptions; work effectively as a team member, alternating between differing team roles and assignments on a regular basis; and interact with District managers, customers, employees, vendors, consultants and others encountered in the course of work.