Senior Operations Research Analyst

Las Vegas Valley Water District

. Conduct complex operations and management studies using operations research principles and methods .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeLas Vegas • Nevada • United StatesSenior💰 $131,428 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operations research, process engineering, and data analysis, with a strong focus on developing predictive maintenance programs and asset management strategies. Proficient in leading cross-functional teams and coordinating complex projects while ensuring quality management and process improvement.

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Operations ResearchProcess EngineeringData AnalysisPredictive Maintenance ProgramsAsset Management Strategies

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Hard Skills

Operations Research PrinciplesStatistical AnalysisModeling TechniquesDatabase DesignOptimization AnalysisAnalytical SoftwareBenchmarkingProject PlanningEconomic ForecastingLife-Cycle Modeling

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationFacilitationCoordinationReport Preparation

Tools & Technologies

SCADAPower BIAveva HistorianMaintenance Management SystemsUser Acceptance Testing

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Nevada Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Asset ManagementOperational Data AnalysisProcess ImprovementQuality ManagementOperational Auditing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct complex operations and management studies using operations research principles and methods
Define research problems, gather and validate data, select analytical methods, and apply modeling and simulation techniques
Assess alternatives and make recommendations to management
Draw and interpret data from operational and financial sources and improve data quality
Develop and participate in implementation of asset management data storage solutions
Develop predictive and reliability-centered maintenance programs, economic and fiscal forecasts, and long-term asset management strategies
Develop life-cycle models for facilities repair and replacement decisions
Draft plans, position papers, research reports and other documents
Plan, administer and potentially supervise program processes, procedures and initiatives
Conduct best-practice, benchmarking, management analysis and research studies
Generate statistical data and assist engineering staff with project contracts
Coordinate information systems needs, data and applications issues, and user acceptance testing
Provide technical assistance on complex analytical matters
Coordinate programs with divisions, departments, agencies, vendors, consultants and community groups
Provide day-to-day leadership and apply process improvement and quality management principles

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in operations management, economics, statistics, engineering or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
Six years of professional experience performing operations research and management, process engineering or similar studies
Knowledge of advanced operations research and process engineering principles, optimization analysis, database design and management, economic/statistical/modeling techniques, analytical software, benchmarking, operational auditing, project planning and business communications
Ability to analyze complex operational and work process issues and varied data from multiple sources
Ability to use statistical formulae, analytical tools, word processing, graphics and database software
Ability to lead and facilitate cross-functional project teams
Ability to prepare reports, presentations and written materials
Ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet critical deadlines
A valid Nevada driver's license and ability to maintain insurability may be required for certain assignments
Experience with water operations, asset and maintenance management, operational data analysis, SCADA, maintenance management systems, Power BI, Aveva Historian and enterprise databases
Experience conducting user acceptance testing (UAT) is highly desirable
Successful completion of drug screening and background check; a job-related physical evaluation may also be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Salary: $131,428.00 per year
Potential supervision and performance-related recognition responsibilities are part of the role