Scheduler Analyst - Temporary Employee (NOT ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS - HIRE IN PROGRESS)

City of Austin • Greendale, WI

5d • $22 - $61

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Scheduler Analyst performs and manages tasks that assist engineering or management with project or workforce planning and scheduling. The position coordinates and schedules field construction and maintenance projects, reviews construction- or engineering-related contracts and documents, tracks project status, plans workforce and equipment needs, and prepares work-order schedules and records. It also communicates project information, ensures compliance with applicable requirements and policies, and meets with project managers, engineers, and contractors to discuss designs. The role may provide leadership, assignments, evaluations, training, and guidance to others.

This is a temporary employee position for a specific short-term or seasonal assignment. Temporary employment may not exceed six months without an approved extension. The position is listed as FLSA non-exempt; additional hours worked are compensated when required by law.

Requirements

• For Austin Energy: High school graduation or equivalent, plus three years of experience in a field related to electric utility line or power plant construction and maintenance; alternatively, seven years of progressively responsible construction or maintenance experience, including three years in planning, coordinating, and scheduling utility construction projects.
• For Austin Water: High school graduation or equivalent, plus three years of experience coordinating and scheduling utility infrastructure projects. Education may substitute for up to two years of experience.
• Knowledge of construction projects common to utilities.
• Knowledge of workforce requirements and work output for field construction crews.
• Knowledge of equipment and construction techniques common to utility construction practices.
• Skill in reviewing and summarizing project status reports.
• Skill in maintaining project phase records.
• Skill in scheduling workforce.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule field construction and maintenance projects.
• Coordinate and review construction- or engineering-related contracts and contract documents.
• Measure work performance against engineering work standards to develop, maintain, and improve City design and construction standards.
• Track project status and report it to management.
• Plan projects by determining crew size and composition, work-hour requirements, and equipment requirements.
• Prepare work-order schedules, control records, and post schedules.
• Communicate project and program information to internal and external customers.
• Ensure compliance with City and other regulatory agency requirements and policies.
• Meet with project managers, engineers, and contractors to discuss designs.
• May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluations, training, and guidance to others.

Benefits

• Eligible for holiday pay when scheduled to work on an observed holiday.
• Eligible for sick leave benefits after working one pay period, subject to accrual and maximum accrual rules.
• Eligible employees may participate in Medical, Dental, Wellness Employee Assistance, Commuter, and Deferred Compensation programs beginning the first day of the month following 90 days of employment. Temporary employees working fewer than 30 hours per week are not eligible for employee benefits.
• The City describes a compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
• Retirement security through the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
• Wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED