Analyst II, Applications Software (Utilities)

POSITION TITLE: Analyst II, Applications Software (Utilities) (Full-Time Regular) (Classified) REQUISITION #: req8280 DEPARTMENT: Information Technology LOCATION: UTILITIES SERVICE CTR - BLDG A BENEFIT CATEGORY: Classified (Non-CBU) View Classifications & Benefits EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular FLSA STATUS: Exempt ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $76,745.00 - 127,908.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly) ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $90,000.00 - 111,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly) SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 3:00 p.m. MT on 1/30/2026. The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile. Post-offer background check & CJIS fingerprinting required. (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position) While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado. Why Work For the City of Fort Collins? • Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, children) – eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire • Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires • Retirement + company contributions – after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting • Flexible spending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both • Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance • Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability • Wellness program, workout facilities • Employee/family onsite health clinic • Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility • Collaborative work environment To learn more about The City of Fort Collins and Our Community, please read Our Community and Our Organization Brochure Job Summary The City of Fort Collins has an exciting opportunity for an Analyst II, Applications Software to support the Utilities Department. This role maintains a balanced focus on Maximo Asset Management, approximately 50 percent, and generalist application support, approximately 50 percent, across a diverse portfolio of Utilities systems. The position is critical to ensuring reliable asset management, operational continuity, and data-informed decision-making for Utilities, including Light and Power, Water, and related operational areas. The Analyst II provides day-to-day operational support for the Maximo Asset Management system, including configuration, integration, reporting, and system enhancements. In addition, the role serves as a versatile applications generalist, supporting legacy and enterprise applications, integrations, reporting solutions, and data flows used throughout Utilities. This position partners closely with product owners and other business stakeholders to define system requirements, perform gap analysis on Commercial Off-the-Shelf solutions, and design practical and secure technology options that align with operational needs and constraints. The Analyst II implements and supports application enhancements through code updates, APIs, data integrations, and reporting solutions. Responsibilities also include troubleshooting system and data integrity issues, supporting system upgrades and user acceptance testing, and developing clear technical and process documentation. The role contributes to LEAN process improvement initiatives, supports enterprise reporting tools, maintains application servers, and serves as a technical liaison to vendors. The Analyst II ensures application solutions are reliable, scalable, and user-focused across the organization. This position works closely with Utilities business partners, Asset Management, field crews, IT colleagues, vendors, and other cross-functional teams. The role directly supports the City’s mission of Exceptional Service for an Exceptional Community by enabling reliable infrastructure, modern technologies, and efficient business processes aligned with the City’s Strategic Plan focus on High Performing Government and effective asset management. Essential Duties And Responsibilities The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive. • Participate in new software system projects providing technical support and consultation. • Perform gap analysis and recommendations on Commercial Off-the-Shelf software products. • Analyze software system enhancement requests and diagnose incidents to create solutions. • Implement solutions through source and object code updates, APIs, and data feeds. • Analyze database table schema and data values to resolve data integrity issues. • System Test product upgrades and support customers in User Acceptance Testing. • Develop system and process documentation suitable for business partner and IT audiences. • Analyze manual and automated processes and evaluate for LEAN process improvement. • Consult and support business partners in the use of enterprise report writers. • Maintain the application servers necessary for City critical functions. Management Responsibilities No City Competencies • Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds. • Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends. • A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations. • A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork. Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to convey complex technical information in an understandable manner. • Experience in creating and delivering training and presentations to customers, peers, and upper management both formally and informally. • Effectively communicate recommendations to business partners including gap analysis, security and business risks, and costs. • Follow industry best practices in architecture and modeling to produce high-performing solutions that are usable, reliable, maintainable, and secure. • Advanced proficiency in Office 365 or Microsoft Office 2016 products including Microsoft Word and PowerPoint for communications and presentations, and particularly Excel for analytics including graphs, charting, pivot tables, and basic statistical functions. • Intermediate to advanced programming skills in .NET C# or VB, Python, and SQL coupled with knowledge and experience in relational databases. • Intermediate to advanced enterprise report writer skills using such applications as Crystal Reports or SSRS. • Knowledge and experience with web-based applications and Cloud technology; SaaS, IaaS, PaaS, etc. • Ability to manage outside vendors including reviewing contracts and statements of work, submitting change requests, reviewing work invoices, and acting as liaison to the business partner prioritizing work and providing oversight. Required Qualifications Minimum Preferred College degree or equivalent work experience. Some positions may require functionally related certification or advanced degrees Bachelor's degree in computer science, CIS, or related field from an accredited college or university Experience Requirements • Three to five years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role. The content in this posting was created for recruitment purposes. To view the full job description click the link below. Analyst II, Apps Software The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance. Notice Regarding Medical And/or Recreational Marijuana Use Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy. The City is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. The City does not tolerate behavior that results in the terms and conditions of employment being adversely impacted based on an employee’s protected status, or any behavior that violates this policy. Consistent with the City’s respect for the rights and dignity of each employee, the City is committed to providing a work environment that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. The City prohibits discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics, including race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived sexual orientation), gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, military, veteran status or uniformed service member status, genetic information, marital status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law. The City is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment. In addition to the City’s commitment to equal opportunity employment, the City strictly prohibits discrimination or retaliation against an employee who raises any reasonable concern about workplace violations of government health or safety rules or a significant threat to the health or safety of City employees or the public, if the City controls the workplace conditions giving rise to the threat or violation. BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED. (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position) Note: Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.