Management Analyst; Economic Development

DISCLAIMER:
The City reserves the right to accelerate or extend the “Closing Date” of open positions at any time, dependent upon the number of applications received.

The finalist must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check.

This is a grant-funded position and is contingent upon funding availability.

Under the direction of the Economic Development Director, performs a full range of analytical work to research, evaluate, develop, implement and administer assigned programs, projects and functions; plans and implements analytical strategies to resolve problems; gather and analyzes information from various sources to prepare comprehensive analytical reports and recommendations; administers complex research and assignments as it pertains to the respective department.

Performs a full range of responsible and varied professional, analytical, financial, systems, statistical programmatic, management and other administrative analyses duties in providing responsible staff support to a City department, division, function, or program area; performs a variety of assigned projects, prepares various reports to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of departmental or division operations; and coordinates assigned activities with other departments, divisions, outside agencies, and the general public.

This is a broad classification with individual positions assigned to specific functional areas; duties and assignments may overlap depending on department staffing and operational needs. This position is intended to fit individual department/division needs. All duties outlined are general with the understanding that they pertain to the respective hiring department.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direct and general direction from the respective department head or designee. May exercise technical and functional supervision over technical and office support staff if assigned.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is the full journey-level class in the Management Analyst series. Incumbent is responsible for the management and administration of new and existing departmental projects. Incumbent works under general and direct supervision and exercises a moderate level of discretion and independent judgment in performing a full range of routine and complex functions and duties relating to the management of departmental projects and analytical research.

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Performs difficult and responsible assignments in assigned areas of respective department.
• Drafts proposed contracts, bid documents, agreements and a variety of other supporting documents; monitors program/contract performance and expenditures; researches and resolves program/contract problems and disputes; compiles and drafts federal and state agency reports and documents.
• Reviews specification; develops, procures, implements and administers contracts and agreements. May prepare RFP's for contract services to establish new projects within the department.
• Responsible for the management, administration and oversight of programs.
• Assists the department head in the development and administration of programs.
• May assist other departments in various tasks or programs.
• Performs duties of a disaster services worker in event of an emergency.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and methods of administrative, organizational, financial and procedural analysis.
• Principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting, contracting, purchasing and maintenance of public records.
• Federal state and local laws, regulations and court decisions applicable to assigned areas of responsibility, including the Public Contracts Code.
• State guidelines and rules.
• City department guidelines and specifications.
• Principles and practices of effective management and supervision.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and…