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Optimization Analyst II (Hybrid)

Apply now Job No: 499770
FT/PT: Full-time
Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular
Location: Austin, TX 78703
City: Austin
State: Texas
Categories: Administrative/Support, Project/Program Management, Hybrid

LCRA has an exciting opportunity for an Optimization Analyst to join our Business Optimization team. Our team is responsible for enhancing operations and executing strategic initiatives across multiple teams in our Enterprise Resources group. Our work is primarily project-based, so if you enjoy variety in your day-to-day work then this is a good fit for you!

We are looking for a motivated individual with strong analytical skills and a focus on customer service. Our ideal candidate is curious, proactive, and eager to learn. Success in this role hinges on a mix of technical expertise and interpersonal abilities. Building robust relationships and establishing credibility are key to supporting our stakeholder teams effectively. This position offers a hybrid schedule, requiring a minimum of two in-office days per week. If you are motivated by continuous growth and a drive for operational excellence, we invite you to apply!

You will be trusted to:

- Work cross-functionally to support progress on strategic goals and operational efforts
- Evaluate requests, determine best approach and deliver a right-sized solution
- Develop reports and dashboards using various data sources and analysis/visualization tools (ex: Excel, Tableau, Power BI, software-specific reporting, etc.)
- Build and/or support the implementation of new tools or business processes
- Balance multiple projects or requests simultaneously to meet business needs

You qualify with:

- Six or more years' experience in operations analysis, process improvement, project management, business systems analysis or financial analysis or relevant experience.
- A degree in, business, economics, finance, computer science, information systems or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.

You are a great fit with:

- Eager to tackle new challenges and find innovative solutions in ambiguous situations
- Demonstrated ability to quickly acquire proficiency in new technologies
- Adaptable and flexible to changing priorities and evolving business needs
- Experience with using Excel to perform complex analyses
- Experience in using SQL to extract data from enterprise applications (ERPs, etc.) and data visualization tools

You gain:

- Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option

- Life and disability insurance

- Wellness program including wellness incentive

- Extensive learning & development programs

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

 

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LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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