Description

Closing Date: June 24th, 2026 @ 5 pm PST 

Salary: $85,623 – $139,896 annually
Midpoint: $112,759.50 annually

Grant PUD posts the full salary range for each position. The midpoint is provided as a reference point and is not a guaranteed starting pay. Starting pay is based on job-related factors such as qualifications, experience, skills, internal alignment, and organizational needs. Most new hires are typically placed between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

Benefits: This link below will provide you with Grant PUD’s benefit that may be available if hired, different employee types are eligible for different benefits.

Grant PUD — Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org)

Grant County PUD will conduct a background check after a contingent offer of employment has been made, if selected for this position.
 
Applicants meeting minimum qualifications may undergo further evaluation based on preferred qualifications and other job-related criteria. Only the most qualified candidates will be referred for further consideration.

The District may use the applicant pool and results from this recruitment to fill additional vacancies in the same classification for up to six (6) months following the recruitment closing date, consistent with District policy and applicable law.

Position Summary

Business Analyst II performs journey-level analytical, reporting, and process improvement work in support of assigned departments, programs, or initiatives across Grant PUD. This position is responsible for independently conducting moderately complex analysis, developing meaningful insights, and supporting decision-making related to operational performance, financial planning, asset management, compliance, and strategic initiatives.
The incumbent works with limited supervision, applies established analytical frameworks and methodologies, and collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable analysis and recommendations. While this role does not have formal supervisory responsibility, it may provide functional guidance to Business Analyst I staff or temporary resources and serves as a key contributor on departmental or cross-functional teams.
Success in this role requires strong analytical judgment, the ability to manage work independently within defined objectives, and effective communication with stakeholders at multiple organizational levels.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform moderately complex business, financial, operational, or data analysis to support departmental objectives, planning activities, and decision-making.
• Independently collect, validate, analyze, and interpret data from multiple sources; identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, performance metrics, and analytical models using established tools and methodologies.
• Translate business requirements into analytical work products, documentation, and recommendations.
• Support project planning and execution by performing options analysis, impact assessments, and scenario evaluations within defined scope.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, Finance, Asset Management, IT, and other business units to ensure alignment of analysis with business needs.
• Prepare clear, data-driven reports, presentations, and summaries for management and stakeholder review.
• Document and analyze business processes, workflows, and procedures; recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, or compliance.
• Support departmental budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking activities; analyze variances and explain drivers.
• Monitor progress against plans, schedules, or performance targets; identify issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Participate in meetings with internal stakeholders; facilitate discussions related to requirements gathering, analysis findings, or process improvements as appropriate.
• Provide functional guidance or mentoring to Business Analyst I staff, interns, or temporary resources as assigned.
• Coordinate with vendors, consultants, or contractors on data collection, reporting, or analysis tasks within defined parameters.
• Ensure analytical work aligns with Grant PUD policies, governance standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Identify inefficiencies, risks, or data quality issues and proactively recommend solutions supported by analysis.
• Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan the Code of Excellence. The incumbent should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations.
• Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies & procedures.
• In this position, if needed to operate a GPUD vehicle for business purposes, please refer to the Vehicle/Asset Usage Policy, IS-TA-POL-001.
• Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to:
  • Following all safety policies and procedures;
  • Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions;
  • Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor; and
  • Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.

Specific Functions - Telecom & Fiber Services

• Manages Telecom & Fiber Services operating and capital budget tracking, invoice processing, expenditure monitoring, team schedule, and financial documentation.
• Maintains capital project funding records, budget allocations, and financial tracking tools for Telecom & Fiber Services initiatives.
• Supports development and maintenance of the Telecom & Fiber Services wholesale business plan and associated financial information.
• Produces and maintains Balanced Scorecard metrics, performance measures, and executive reporting for the business unit.
• Coordinates annual business planning, budget development, and departmental reporting activities.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for business unit information requests, reporting schedules, and documentation management.
• Maintains departmental business records, planning documents, performance data, and reporting archives.
• Prepares management, executive, and Board materials related to Telecom & Fiber Services business performance and financial activities.
• Monitors telecommunications industry developments, market trends, and business opportunities relevant to Telecom & Fiber Services operations.

Required Qualifications: (Education and Experience, License, and/or Certification)

• Bachelor’s degree or 2 additional years in lieu of degree
• 4 years of experience, analytical, data management, reporting and specific business-related experience

Preferred Qualifications: (Education and Experience, License, and/or Certification)

• Experience in a public utility, government, or regulated industry environment.
• Experience supporting asset management, capital planning, budgeting, compliance, or operational performance initiatives.
• Experience working with enterprise systems such as CMMS, financial systems, or data visualization tools.
• Relevant professional coursework or certification (e.g., business analysis, project management, data analytics).

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Solid understanding of business analysis principles, analytical techniques, and reporting practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present analytical findings to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), SharePoint, and reporting or visualization tools.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build productive working relationships.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and respect for confidentiality

Physical Requirements

• Position may be eligible for hybrid work arrangement: Yes No
• Majority of work is performed in a standard office setting.Will perform work onsite at the locations of the assigned Business Units
• Typical shift of employees in this position: 8 hours 9 hours 10 hours  12 hours
  *For a full list of requirements, the applicant/incumbent should refer to the Physical Capacity Evaluation (PCE).

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas.