Systems Programmer Analyst II - Meter Data Management

Overview

Org Marketing Statement

For more than 100 years, the Kansas City Board of Public Utilities (BPU) has provided safe, dependable water and electric services across Wyandotte County. As a non-profit public utility, we are fully committed to serving our customers and the community as a whole. It’s more than simply providing a service. It’s a commitment to a better quality of life. That’s why BPU has been recognized as one of the top public utilities in the country.

That’s the Power of Community.

The BPU offers very competitive pay and one of the best benefits packages in greater Kansas City! Come join the Power of Our Community!

SG: T5B/$120,533 - $150,666

• Manage Meter Data Management System, including custom report development, functional support, application configuration, troubleshooting, data analysis, automated scripting, and interface support.
• Manage a variety of initiatives and projects from inception to completion including application implementations, new technology installations, and significant upgrade initiatives to current and future technology environments.
• Participate in project development activities from requirements gathering to implementation, including project dependencies, critical path, scope, goals, application development, and deliverables that support business objectives.
• Create and maintain process documentation to include system upgrade plans, personnel training, project organization and requirements, and systems dependency matrix including functional specifications and technical specifications.
• Maintain a big picture perspective. Serve as a mentor to project sponsors and project team members to educate and assist them with implementing business change management, identifying risks, issues, and impediments.
• Assist in managing customer expectations and achieving organizational goals. Be prepared to administer training programs to users and work to facilitate an environment conducive to learning. Maintain a respectful and transparent attitude with those users to whom you support.
• Denotes essential functions

• B.S. or B.A. degree in Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 5 years demonstrated work experience.
• 5 years of experience working with enterprise Metering Solutions/Billing systems.
• 1-3 years of which include hands on experience upgrading, installing, and configuring these systems.
• CIS or MDM design or functional architect experience preferred with Oracle
• Utility industry experience is helpful, either as a full-time employee or a consultant
• Telecommunications or Cable industry billing and customer information experience will be considered
• 5+ years overall meaningful professional experience, including experience in consulting or with a systems integrator
• Staying up-to-date with latest technology and keeping a forward-looking eye on the Utility industry
• Strong working knowledge of Operational Technology (OT) systems of an electric and water utility is a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office, SharePoint, and Access
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and excel at meeting deadlines, even when under pressure.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and creative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Logical and efficient, with keen attention to detail.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Open Date:
January 14, 2026

Applications will be reviewed beginning February 1, 2026

Recruitment Agency Notice: We are not engaging external recruiting agencies for this position. Please do not forward resumes or contact our team regarding this role.

All BPU employees, at the inception of their employment, shall have a period of 12 months after employment begins to establish and maintain a legal primary residence within the legally defined boundaries of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS.

The Board of Public Utilities is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.