Management Analyst II

About the role

This position performs a wide variety of administrative analytical duties of moderate to high scope and complexity. It involves analyzing, researching, gathering and interpreting information on management matters such as budgets, legislation, programs, contracts, and staffing. Recommendations are made regarding policies, procedures, organization, operations, programs, and other management-related areas. Written and oral reports are prepared and presented based on analyses.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes, researches, gathers and interprets information on a wide variety of management matters such as budgets, legislation, programs, contracts and staffing.
• Makes recommendations regarding policies, procedures, organization, operations, programs and other management-related areas.
• Prepares and presents written and oral reports on recommendations, data, impacts, options, strategies and conclusions that are based on analyses.
• Develops, prepares, modifies and monitors items/areas such as budgets, grants, research projects, and contracts.
• Implements and evaluates policies, procedures and programs related to the assignment.
• Works closely with managers and other staff within the department and the County to anticipate, obtain and provide ongoing and accurate information.
• Covers a wide variety of activities related to projects, programs and/or other areas being analyzed.
• Interprets policies and procedures to department staff, County employees and external agencies and individuals.
• Researches, interprets and complies with local, state and federal codes, regulations, laws, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Attends or serves as management liaison at meetings/functions such as committees, task forces, community forums, commissions, and conferences.
• Obtains data/information from internal and external departments and agencies in regard to areas being analyzed such as funding sources, interdepartmental activities, and programs.
• Plans, develops, conducts and evaluates training/informational programs for staff and/or the public on administrative or management issues.
• Provides direction to internal and external parties on assigned projects and activities.
• May supervise support and technical staff and serve as lead to Management Analysts.

Requirements

Knowledge of principles of mathematical and statistical analysis, preparation and presentation. Research techniques. Principles and practices of public and/or business administration. Report writing. Internal and external operations, functions and resources related to the assignment. Principles and practices of management and supervision.

Abilities

• Analyze and interpret a wide variety of complex data and information.
• Conduct comprehensive and in-depth research.
• Identify issues, options and projected outcomes and make recommendations.
• Prepare and present written and oral reports.
• Interpret and apply codes, regulations, laws, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Coordinate a wide variety of activities.
• Work independently and in a timely fashion.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Provide direction to others on projects and activities.
• Supervise support and technical staff.
• Work cooperatively and tactfully with others.