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Job Description
Salary starts at $62,109.00 annually. Rate of pay depends on qualifications
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Business Applications Analyst is responsible for serving as liaison between the Business Unit, Department, Group and Information Services, consultants, and vendors. Translates business needs into system solutions by identifying and analyzing business processes, software capabilities and system data flow, coordinating with Information Systems to implement business software system configuration modifications, change management, problem resolution and business reporting in critical corporate application environments.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Applies and interprets accounting and computer principles, practices, theories, laws, procedures and terminology.
- Identifies and analyzes business procedures, software capabilities, and business system configurations in order to ensure the best usage of critical corporate business systems.
- Coordinates with Information Services change management associated with system implementation, conversions, and upgrades.
- Performs problem resolution analysis for corporate applications in order to improve utilization and reliability of SAWS enterprise systems.
- Formulates and prepares ad-hoc and project-related business reports to respond to departmental reporting needs.
- Maintains current professional and technical knowledge, contributes to team effort, and secures cross-departmental confidences to provide quality service.
- Tests diverse application systems and programs to maximize utilization to SAWS.
- Maintains integrity of data in system and develops policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
DECISION MAKING- The Business Applications Analyst works under limited supervision.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS- Bachelor's Degree in Business Information Systems or business related field from an institution accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
- Three years' progressive experience creating reports using business software package reporting tools including three years' experience in project management, system analysis, and business software system configurations.
- Proficient in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation software, and mainframe application languages.
- Proficient in training and preparing documentation of computer tools for users.
JOB DIMENSIONS- Contact with internal and external customers, industry peers, outside agencies, and consultants.
- Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Subject to sitting for long periods of time to perform job scope. Working conditions are primarily in an office environment.
May be required to work hours other than regular schedule such as evenings and weekends.
San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:- Competitive, market-based salaries
- Performance-based incentives
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Prescription drug program
- Vision care plan
- Two retirement plans
- Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
- Disability income
- Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
- Wellness programs
- On-Site Fitness Facilities
- Community service opportunities
Closing Date/Time: 2/2/2025 11:59 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Antonio Water System
Show moreThe San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is a public utility owned by the City of San Antonio. SAWS serves 2 million people in Bexar County as well as parts of Medina and Atascosa counties. The population includes more than 511,300 water customers and 457,600 wastewater customers. SAWS actively seeks out public participation in its operations and planning, while SAWS volunteers strive to help their neighbors in need.
As an industry leader in conservation and water and wastewater management, SAWS provides sustainable, affordable water services. To deliver responsible water services, our investment in our employees – one of our greatest assets – ranks as a top priority.
San Antonio Water System's Board of Trustees has adopted mission, vision and values statements that serve as a foundation to move the utility forward through 2050 and reinforce San Antonio's much-deserved reputation as Waterful.
Our Mission: Sustainable, Affordable Water Services / Our Vision: To be leaders in delivering responsible water services for life. / Our Values: Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Safety.
SAWS is a values-based organization that believes in diversity in all aspects of our business. At SAWS, we attract and retain the finest individuals whose diverse talents drive innovation. We recognize that differences in race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, physical ability or any characteristic protected by law, enrich and empower our work environment. We respectfully infuse diversity in our daily work lives with the knowledge that people from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences make connections that make SAWS a success.
SAWS is committed to providing our employees with a healthy, safe, and rewarding work environment where all employees have an equal opportunity for professional and personal growth. SAWS employees go beyond what is expected – developing remarkable, award-winning programs in conservation, water resources, watershed protection and wastewater treatment.
Why Choose a Career at SAWS?
For Your Work-Life Balance: SAWS is proud to invest in its employees by offering a variety of paid time off to help meet the work-life balance goals of you and your family.
For Your Professional Growth: Professional growth is key to both our employees’ success as well as SAWS’. That’s why SAWS offers a number of professional development opportunities that achieve both personal and company goals.
For Your Future: Achieving your personal financial goals is an important part of your life. SAWS makes it easy for employees to save for retirement by providing several retirement plan options.
For Your Health: SAWS offers a range of health, dental and vision benefits, and Wellness Programs to help meet each employee’s needs.
For your Protection: SAWS offers life insurance and disability coverage to meet the need for protection against life’s unexpected events.
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