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Job Title: Business Systems Analyst (AMI)Reference #: 10101Type of Employment: Regular, Full timeLocation: Halifax, NSDate Posted: June 6, 2022Nova Scotia Power’s greatest source of energy is our people. In a culture focused on safety and our customers, we are committed to providing exceptional electricity service to Nova Scotians and rewarding careers for our employees. We are hiring solution-minded people excited to help us grow into the future. Therefore, we are currently looking to fill the position of Business Systems Analyst to join us in supporting the NS Power Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) solution.Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) is a secure communication network system that involves advanced communication technology and meters. The meters used in AMI systems are commonly referred to as “smart meters” as they allow for remote two-way communication capability which enables a wide variety of benefits including operational efficiencies that translate into customer savings.As a member of the Smart Meter Operations Centre (SMOC) Team you will join a dynamic group of responsive professionals responsible for performing the tasks required to maintain this critical business infrastructure.Accountabilities:Under the direction of the Technology Lead in the Smart Meter Operations Centre, the Business Systems Analyst is accountable for implementing, configuring, and maintaining software applications that support NSP’s AMI solution.The Business Systems Analyst will develop and maintain a thorough understanding of application related business processes and have abilities to support the following functions:

• Perform application installation, configuration and maintenance
• Troubleshoot, resolve and document application issues
• Manage and execute application change using standard change management methodologies
• Complete application system administration requests in a timely and quality manner
• Develop and execute technical test cases
• Develop and implement proactive application monitoring processes and application health checks
• Ensure effective use of application security and controls by implementing application policies, procedures, and practices to the application solution layer
• Interact with vendors to resolve application issues and research information
• Develop, review and deliver knowledge to technology peers
• Work with operational vendor support services to resolve issues

You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of co-workers by observing all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.Skills, Capabilities and Experience:The successful candidate will have a University degree or diploma in a computer related discipline and between two- and five-years experience working within technology project implementations.Experience and knowledge supporting technologies or processes such as:

• Application Support using technologies such as .Net, JMS, EJBs and Oracle WebLogic
• Experience with applications that use REST APIs and SOAP
• Enterprise level software implementation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and technical writing skills.
• Windows and Unix operating systems.
• Bash/PowerShell Scripting.
• SQL, data retrieval and analysis.

Working knowledge and experience with the following would be an asset:

• Itron OpenWay Operations Center solutions.
• Meter Data Management applications.
• Data reporting applications.
• Billing Applications.
• Integrated application environments.
• ITIL processes.

The successful candidate must be willing to complete a Criminal Background Check.At Nova Scotia Power, our employees are our greatest strength. Our Leadership Competencies set standards that advance our business strategy, deliver results for customers, and provide career development for employees. As the ideal candidate for this position, you speak up on health, safety, and environment issues, and demonstrate a belief that all injuries are preventable. You support flexibility in the workplace and embrace change. You build strong collaborative relationships with a commitment to a respectful, inclusive, and productive work environment while demonstrating integrity and a commitment to operational excellence for our customers. Lastly, we encourage you to proactively ask questions and seek information to understand how your work relates to the business goals and make well informed decisions.Reports To: Technology Lead, Smart Meter Operations CentreForm of Application: Click the APPLY button at the end of the online job posting. Complete all required information fields and copy and paste your covering letter and resume into the online form.Salary: Commensurable with qualifications and experience.Must Be Received By: All interested candidates should apply no later than June 20, 2022. Late applications may not receive considerationRecruitment and Promotion Policy: When filling vacant positions, we are determined to hire the best candidates available. We are committed to providing employees with a fair and equal opportunity to compete for jobs. Hiring and promotion of employees is based on skills, capabilities, knowledge and demonstrated abilities.In accordance with Emera’s occupational health and safety program and the Emera Vaccine Program, subject to any approved accommodation, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. For clarity, “fully vaccinated” means 14 days since having the number of doses or combination of doses of a vaccine approved by Health Canada or local public health agencies in the jurisdiction in which they will be employed.At Emera we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the on-line application process. Emera supports candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs.If you are selected for an interview and require a specific accommodation, please advise our Talent Acquisition team and we will support you with the recruitment process.Quick Apply

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