Management Analyst, Sr.

The Cosumnes Community Services District is looking for a highly motivated, qualified individual to join our team as a full-time Management Analyst, Sr. in the Parks and Recreation Department. 

• Performs complex professional and technical analytical work supporting departmental projects and/or programs;
• Coordinates and monitors fiscal activities of the department, including but not limited to; budget preparation and monitoring, collection and disbursement of revenues, and financial trends, forecasting, result analysis, reporting, and auditing;
• Coordinates, develops, analyzes, and creates fee programs and methodologies, where appropriate; updates and manages fee programs and revenues;
• Performs research and statistical analysis on administrative, fiscal, personnel, and operational issues; coordinates and participates in organizational studies involving administrative or operational systems, procedures, functions, processes, and techniques; develops recommendations based on findings.;
• Compiles, verifies, records, and summarizes financial transactions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;
• Assists in the implementation and application of new systems, methods, and procedures in areas such as, but not limited to; business practices, operations, human resources, and risk management;
• Prepares and oversees grant proposals; monitors active grants to ensure all stipulations and regulations regarding the use of funds are met; maintains appropriate records and documents as required by grants;
• Manages and coordinates Department Capital Improvement Plans;
• Works with and oversees the work of independent contractors, outside agencies, and organizations; implements District policies, requirements, and specifications as set forth in contracts;
• Plans, conducts, and represents the assigned department on committees and in meetings; may discuss schedules, problems, and progress of contracted services as needed;
• Investigates and provides accurate, logical assessments and information to managers regarding complaints, issues, or information requests from the public or management;
• Prepares reports, spreadsheets, relational databases, statistical and graphics packages using various software applications, such as, but not limited to, Microsoft Excel, Word, Publisher, and specialized applications (e.g., Parks and Recreation or Fire Department specific applications);
• May supervise subordinate staff on assigned programs or projects, including assigning and reviewing work, training, discipline, and performance evaluation;
• May be required to attend after-hours Board or other scheduled District meetings;
• May be required to represent the District or Department in District-wide, community, or trade specific organizations, committees, and groups.

Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities may be considered qualifying at the sole discretion of the District. The education or experience requirements may be modified or waived at the sole discretion of the General Manager.  At least one of the education or experience requirements must be met; however, both requirements cannot be modified or waived.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities: 
 
Education and Training: 

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration, accounting, or a closely related field.

• Two (2) years of full-time experience performing the duties prescribed for the class of  Management Analyst with the District;

• Five (5) years of full-time work, including program development and management, financial accounting, and/or budget development; experience with the business/administrative operations of a Special District or other municipality is desirable.

• Must possess a valid California class "C" driver's license, with a satisfactory driving record as determined by the District, and maintain it throughout employment.

• Financial accounting practices and principles, budgetary systems and procedures, organization and administration, statistics and quantitative analytic techniques;
• Laws, regulations, and reporting requirements pertaining to municipal finance and budgeting or other assigned specialized areas;
• Principles and techniques of supervision, training, discipline, and performance evaluation;
• Principles of community relations and good customer service;
• Computer database and accounting programs, and word processing in currently used programs such as Word, Excel, Microsoft Dynamics, and PowerPoint;
• Basic operation of automated office machines including calculator, computer, keyboard, printers and other peripherals, copier, and fax machine;
• Basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; calculation of decimals, ratios, percentages, and fractions. 

• Analyze and use independent judgment in municipal administrative operations, financial and budgetary accounting practices, and functions;
• Write, edit, review, and present clear and concise financial, statistical, and staff reports; make accurate revenue and expenditure forecasts;
• Apply administrative and technical knowledge to assure compliance with contracts and grants;
• Manage, plan, assign, review, and assess the work of a diverse staff in the accomplishment of multiple projects;
• Effectively and tactfully communicate both orally and in writing with outside agencies and organizations, independent contractors, vendors, District personnel, and the public;
• Comprehend and correctly use a variety of informational documents, including reports, timesheets, procedure manuals, financial analyses, and staff-initiated reports;
• Proficiently operate computer programs such as those in Microsoft Office Suite;
• Comprehend and correctly use a variety of informational documents such as, but not limited to, timesheets, blueprints, safety manuals, instruction manuals, personnel handbooks, policies, and procedures. 

• Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting at a desk and in meetings for long periods of time; occasionally reaching and twisting to reach equipment surrounding desk; occasional walking, standing, bending, stooping, and squatting; occasional pushing, pulling or lifting up to twenty (20) pounds;
• Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent computer use; occasional color and depth vision;
• Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching; frequent operation of office equipment, clerical and financial calculation instruments;
• Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking in person and on the phone;
• Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration, frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasionally works alone;
• Driving: ability to use fine and gross motor coordination for driving.

• Supplemental Questions: The supplemental questions are considered a part of the application process. All required questions must be completed before the application can be submitted. The supplemental questions will be used to evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of the applicant's education, training, and experience. Depending on the size of the applicant pool, the supplemental questions may be used as a part of the supplemental screening.
• Supplemental Screening:  The district will review the responses to the supplemental questions of all candidates meeting the minimum qualifications. The most competitive candidates in the applicant pool will be selected to continue in the selection process.

• First Interview: The most qualified candidates from the minimum qualification review will be invited to participate in an in-person Oral Panel Interview scheduled for  January 23, 2025.   
• Second Interview: The most qualified candidates from the first interview will be invited to participate in the second Oral Panel interview, which is scheduled for January 30, 2025.  

• Driving Record:  A State of California, DMV driving record printout will be required.
  

• Medical: A clear physical screening will be required.
• Work Eligibility: The District participates in E-Verify to confirm authorization to work in the US.

• Full-time employees receive generous medical, dental, life, disability, and vision benefits.
• The District participates in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). New members in the CalPERS system will receive a retirement formula of 2% at 62. Applicants who meet the CalPERS requirements for a "classic member" will receive a retirement formula of 2% at 55.
• All employees of the District participate in the Medicare portion of Social Security.
• Full-time employees receive generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave allowances.

Salary : $87,984 - $123,804