ASSET MANAGER

City of Rapid City (SD)•Rexburg, ID

26d

About The Position

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Job Summary: This position will guide the implementation and enhancement of asset management programs to maximize value, reliability, and operational performance. This role will oversee procurement, purchasing, and the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) team, ensuring alignment with regulatory and organizational standards. The role manages the full asset lifecycle while balancing cost, risk, and service levels to support sustainable operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Asset Management, Business Administration or related field required.
Five years of experience in asset management, maintenance, engineering, purchasing or related area required.
Demonstrated knowledge of asset lifecycle management principles, including familiarity with ISO 55000 standards.
Proficient in the use of CMMS platforms for managing asset data, scheduling maintenance, and optimizing operational efficiency.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, GIS, SCADA, data analytics, reliability assessment tools, and relevant financial applications.

Responsibilities

Collaborates with contractors, project managers, engineers, city departments, and other stakeholders to understand their asset data needs to deliver accurate information.
Utilizes a comprehensive database of city utility assets encompassing location, condition, age, and maintenance history through a CMMS and related applications.
Conducts scheduled asset reviews and diagnostic assessments to support data accuracy and informed asset management decisions.
Partners with the City's Geographic Information System (GIS) division to leverage GIS technology for enhanced visualization of asset locations and optimal analysis of network connectivity.
Evaluates operational performance data to proactively detect potential asset failures, enabling the strategic prioritization of maintenance activities.
Performs life cycle cost analyses to determine optimal timing for asset replacement.
Develops performance metrics to track asset integrity and enable data-driven asset health and performance assessments.
Contributes analytical expertise and asset condition data to strengthen long-range Capital Improvement Plans (CIP) for enterprise Utilities.
Oversees the procurement of goods and services for Division operations, ensuring efficient inventory management, purchasing, fiscal control, and compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
Establishes comprehensive policies and procedures for the procurement, purchasing, and CMMS functions while coordinating asset management with the City's financial software.
Conducts internal audits to verify compliance with fiscal, regulatory and procedural standards.
Coordinates with operations and maintenance teams to strategically prioritize maintenance activities and allocate budgets for repairs, replacements, and upgrades, ensuring timely and effective execution.
Assesses aging infrastructure risks and aids in implementing preventative maintenance to mitigate failures and ensure service continuity.
Collaborates in the development of forward-looking maintenance strategies to ensure asset integrity and support continuous service operations.
Articulates asset management initiatives and strategic priorities to stakeholders, across the Utility Enterprise Divisions, fostering alignment and informed decision-making.