Public Works - Financial Analyst

Salary : $75,625.00 - $104,462.00 Annually

Location : Minneapolis, MN

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : 2024-00716

Department : Public Works - Storm Water

Division : PW Surface Water & Sewers

Opening Date : 01 / 06 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 2 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

FLSA : Exempt

Bargaining Unit : CPE

Position Description

Provide monitoring and evaluation of financial activities, and operational performance information, and provide business and project management support to Public Works Surface Water and Sewers Stormwater Utility. Assist with the daily operational functions of the Stormwater Utility programs within the Surface Water and Sewers division. Collaborate with technical staff, utility billing teams, finance staff, and department leadership to ensure program execution.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide business and project management support to Public Works Surface Water and Sewers Enterprise funds in areas such as utility rates, revenue collection, coordination of activities, performance management, and operation efficiencies.
• Collect financial data and information relevant to the financial structure and perform financial and statistical analysis. Make recommendations including monitoring impacts to the Stormwater Utility fund and rates.
• Provide analysis of stormwater utility data process and coordination related to revenue
• Provide data to determine performance management of activities and projects
• Perform daily functions of the Stormwater Utility, ensuring efficient operations
• Respond to inquiries and requests from the public, Utility Billing, and other city departments
• Assist in updating Stormwater Utility data, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Identify and maintain Stormwater Utility fee processes for Surface Water and Sewers.
• Resolve errors related to stormwater accounts and ensure accurate financial billing and records
• Assist management to produce cost benefit analysis related to projects, programs, or operational activities
• Maintain program documentation, including SOPs, guides, and manuals
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement necessary changes
• Assist with the Stormwater Utility Credit Program and new Recertification Program, including reviewing applications, making compliance determinations, and applicant correspondence
• Collect and analyze information on assigned projects and subject areas, and prepare reports summarizing findings and presenting logical and objective conclusions and alternative solutions
• Assist Division in establishing 'good' performance measurement systems using financial and budget criteria and operational methods.
• Provide oversight for the Surface Water & Sewers Divisions regarding annual or routine reporting of information to division leadership.

Required Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelors Degree in Business, Accounting, Environmental Science, Engineering, GIS, or a closely related field.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE : Three years experience performing related duties.

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS : N / A

SELECTION PROCESS : The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps : a rating of relevant education and experience and an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

BACKGROUND CHECK : The City has determined that a criminal background check and qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and / or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Union Representation : This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Professional Employees Association (MPEA). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit : .

ELIGIBILITY LIST STATEMENT : The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one month after it has been established.

INTERVIEW SELECTION : The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Benefits Summary

Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the

Insurance

Health insurance

Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.

Dental insurance

The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.

Life insurance

The city provides basic life insurance of one times your annual salary up to $50,000. You can elect to purchase optional life insurance.

Paid time off

Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and

Paid parental leave

City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.

Retirement

City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.

Transportation

Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs :

Learning and development

To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine's, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.

Other perks

Employees can also take advantage of flexible spending accounts, the , health club discounts and more.

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Salary : $75,625 - $104,462