Asset Manager – Utilities - Indian River County : Job Details

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Indian River County

Utilities Services Asset Manager

*THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE*

Under the general direction of the Capital Projects Manager, the Asset Manager is responsible for advancing the Indian River County Department of Utility Services' Asset Management Program, including industry best practices, business processes, data and information management, resources, and competencies. The position requires a broad range of knowledge, expertise, and skills in asset management systems, including frameworks, tools, and techniques to deliver target levels of service (LOS) while balancing tolerance for business risk exposure (BRE) and assets lifecycle costs. The asset manager will also develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPI's) and protocols for asset portfolio physical condition and functional performance, lead analyses of asset failure root causes to plan optimum solutions, maximize functionality and use of the department's computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and Esri GIS, while mentoring staff in the principles and practice of asset management.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of asset management systems for data collection and analysis of assets and infrastructure.
• Build a program framework, including policies, strategies, goals and objectives, and performance measures.
• Perform and lead asset prioritization for risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Manage and coordinate physical inspections, functional evaluations, and condition ratings.
• Evaluate work histories to identify patterns and reengineering opportunities to optimize operating protocols and maintenance plans.
• Support an information-based decision-making culture across the organization by assessing asset failure modes, effective useful life (EUL), remaining service life (RSL), and optimum intervention strategies.
• Develop asset renewal cycles including business case and financial forecast to support annual budgets, and short-range and long-range capital improvement plan (CIP).
• Establish asset management objectives, key performance indicators (KPI's), and metrics to meet required levels of service (LOS) requirements.
• Transition and integrate new assets from capital projects over to operations and maintenance.
• Lead the development and preparation of functional, user, and technical requirements for enhancement of GIS and CMMS systems for linear and vertical assets.
• Perform or lead root cause failure analyses.
• Assess asset management maturity and prioritize actions leading to development of the department's Asset Management Plan (AMP).
• Lead the planning of capital renewal justification and prioritization, including major repairs, rehabilitations, and replacements, to manage risks, meet reliability and sustainability requirements.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in engineering, computer science, information technology, business administration, or a related field supplemented by three years of progressive experience in the principles and practice of asset management in utilities or other asset-intensive industry.

Formal training in asset management, reliability centered maintenance (RCM), maintenance planning and scheduling, or another related program is an advantage.

Project management experience with a track record of successfully planning, managing the delivery of capital projects.

Experience in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Esri Geographic Information System (GIS), database management, and software tools for data analysis and presentation.

Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations:

• Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License required.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Florida or ability to obtain licensure is desired, but not required.
• Asset management related credentials or certification from an industry recognized body, e.g., IAM, BAMI CTAM, CMRP, is a distinct advantage.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

• Asset hierarchy framework and lifecycle data requirements.
• Condition and performance assessment protocols (CAP), tools and techniques.
• Asset failure modes, vulnerability, criticality, and risk assessments.
• Business processes and best practices in asset and maintenance management.
• Functionality and use of GIS and CMMS systems.
• Asset preservation programs for linear and vertical assets.
• Regulations, standards, and guidelines, including EPA, GASB 34, CMOM, PAS 55 / ISO 55000.
• Knowledge of advanced asset management methods and practices utilizing appropriate analytical methods and tools for assessing remaining asset life and support decision making.
• Background in planning, engineering and design, construction, and operations of assets and infrastructure employed by public utilities for drinking water production and distribution, and wastewater collection, reclamation, disposal, and reuse.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel or other similar spreadsheet or database management applications such as Microsoft Access.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.

ATTESTATION

I understand that a qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

I have read the job description for the above position and understand the job duties, requirements, and responsibilities for the position. I attest that I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined in the job description either with or without accommodation. I understand that if I require accommodation, I will contact the Human Resources Department to request accommodation.

If I have any questions about the job duties described in the above job description, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or a member of the Human Resources staff.

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