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Operations Analyst
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Helix Water District
El Cajon, CA (In Person)
$122,439 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
JOB OPEN UNTIL
FILLEDAny applications received after Sunday, June 14, 2026, will only be considered if the position is not filled.HELIX WATER DISTRICT
has been delivering clean, reliable water to the communities of East San Diego County for over a century. The work is meaningful; the team is strong and there is always more to do. That is why we are seeking an experienced analytical leader with the skills to turn complex data into decisions, and decisions into measurable results.The Operations Analyst is a supervisory role that carries direct responsibility for leading the Operations Department's customer service and dispatch functions, while serving as the primary analytical resource for the department, reporting directly to the Director of Operations. The team may be small, but the scope of this work is broad and the impact is real. Work products regularly reach the executive level.
EXCELLENT SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE.
At Helix, analytical thinkers do not just support decisions, they drive them. We have built a culture around collaboration, respect and the belief that when talented people are genuinely supported, the results speak for themselves. Our benefits go beyond the basics, offering comprehensive health coverage, professional development programs and wellness initiatives designed to help our team flourish both personally and professionally. Helix is not just a place to work; it's a place to build something.We offer employees:
Competitive Salary:
$107,598 - $137,280/annually100% employee premiums paid for all health benefitsAnnual Merit Increases. Full-time employees are eligible for 5% merit increases on an annual basis until they reach the top of their pay range.CalPERS membershipDeferred Compensation. Up to $3,500 matching on 457 plans24 annual days of accrued leave (Increases to 29 after 5 years of service, max 37 annual days of accrued leave)Educational Reimbursement of up to $4,000 annually for qualifying coursework after one year of employment12 paid holidays per year including 2 floating holidays
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The core of this position is data; collecting it from multiple sources, validating it, interpreting it and presenting it in a way that moves the organization to act. The Operations Analyst conducts cost-benefit analyses, evaluates contracts and operational models, and delivers substantive recommendations to leadership.They answer questions like:
should a service be brought in-house?; does an existing contract still make financial sense?; would another approach be more cost-effective over time?; and does so with rigor and the ability to defend their position with confidence.This position leads the district's grant writing efforts by identifying and pursuing federal, state, and regional funding opportunities and managing applications from research through submission. Additional responsibilities include revenue development tied to the district's EV charging infrastructure and oversight of Helix's participation in California's Low Carbon Fuel Standard program.
The Operations Analyst owns the asset management function for the Operations Department, serving as the go-to resource for everything from infrastructure and facilities to vehicles and field equipment. Working in close coordination with the broader district effort, this role ensures that operational assets are well documented, well planned and well cared for throughout their lifecycleHelix is actively integrating new technology into its operations and is looking for a candidate with hands-on experience doing the same. Demonstrated success implementing AI in a practical operational context is something the district takes seriously.
What we're looking for!
The ability to build a financial model and present it persuasively to leadership is essential. Grant writing experience and a track record of leading people are both expected.
Technical expertise alone is not enough. The ideal candidate earns credibility with data and keeps it with relationships. The ability to build trust across the organization with field staff, managers and executive leadership is what separates a good analyst from the right one.