Utility Management Analyst

The Lee’s Summit Water Utilities Department is an APWA Accredited Water Utility focused on providing reliable water and sanitary sewer services responsibly and efficiently for the health and safety of our community. We value integrity, service, reliability and safety in all our actions as we strive for exceptional service as we set the standard for water service excellence. We are strategically focused on long-term service delivery supporting the vitality and quality of life of our community. We cultivate a fun, supportive environment where everyone’s perspective is a welcome addition to the team!

The City of Lee’s Summit is a thriving; progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With an estimated population of over 107,281, (July 2025) Lee’s Summit has all the very best attributes of a small town while enjoying the amenities of a large city. Complemented by a growing business community and superior quality of life, Lee’s Summit has become one of the largest cities in Missouri. Lee’s Summit boasts an award-winning school system and holds national accreditations for its Parks and Recreation, Fire, Police and Public Works services. Lee’s Summit has a strong appreciation for arts, culture and entertainment, making it a vibrant place to live and work. The cultural scene includes public art installations, musical performances, theatre productions and Fourth Friday Art Walks. Recently named America’s Great Neighborhood by the American Planning Association, Lee’s Summit’s historic downtown district provides a unique network of restaurants, boutiques and businesses. Special events such as Oktoberfest and Downtown Days draw visitors from all over the Kansas City metro. Lee’s Summit offers countless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. With 30 parks, 92 miles of trails and numerous regional lakes, most residents live within proximity to a recreational activity. Lee’s Summit continues to receive regional and national recognition for its endless amenities for residents of all ages. Among the notable recognitions, the city received gold certification as a Community for all Ages and was designated a Walk Friendly Community and Bicycle Friendly Community.

The Management Analyst-Water Utilities, under the supervision of the Financial Services Manager Water Utilities, performs a variety of technical and professional-level work involving the analysis of department budgets, expenses, revenues, rates and services. The Management Analyst will be responsible for developing, modifying and monitoring performance measurement tools.

Pay range: $24.61 - $30.80 per hour

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration or other closely related field required
• Moderate experience with a minimum of three years’ experience in a related field required
• Valid State motor vehicle operator’s license and acceptable driving record required

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Ability to support an ethical, non-discriminatory and safe work environment
• Thorough knowledge of financial, budgeting and accounting procedures; Considerable knowledge of data mining, analyze, organize and identify solutions; Considerable knowledge software systems for billing and customer management
• Ability to guide, direct and motivate employees; Ability to organize, supervise and delegate the activities of field and office personnel in the performance of all billing and related activities; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing

PRINCIPAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Interacts and works with Water Utilities Advisory Board members, City employees, customers, vendors, contractors, developers, and other utilities workers, citizens and members of the general public.