Management Analyst

The Cosumnes Community Services District is seeking to hire a full-time Management Analyst in the Parks and Recreation Department to join our team.

Position Description
Under general direction performs professional analytical work in administrative support of departmental projects and programs including but not limited to organization, operation, planning and development, policies and procedures, budget preparation and monitoring, revenue and expenditure accounting, financial reporting and auditing, contract and grant management, and other assignments supporting the goals and objectives of the assigned department.

Salary Information
The salary range for the Management Analyst classification is between $6728.00 - $9466.00 monthly. The District typically appoints new employees at step 1 of the salary range. Consideration for an appointment higher than step 1 will be based on experience, education, or the need for unique skills or knowledge and shall be no more than mid-point of the salary range.Note: The following duties are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of a specific statement on duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed. Employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level as required.

• Performs professional analytical work involved in the administrative support of departmental projects and/or programs;
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality with all aspects of the job;
• Coordinates and monitors fiscal activities of the department including budget preparation and monitoring, collection and disbursement of revenues, forecasting, trending, and results analysis, accounting and financial reporting and auditing;
• Compiles, verifies, records, and summarizes financial transactions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;
• Prepare Board reports, correspondence and management reports using prescribed format and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction and style;
• Researches and analyzes data and makes recommendations related to departmental organization, operation, planning and development, policies, procedures, and manuals;
• Assists in the application and implementation of personnel, risk management and purchasing policies and procedures;
• Prepares 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;
• Works with and oversees the work of independent contractors, outside agencies and organizations; implements CSD 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;
• Works with the appropriate staff to develop department related press releases;
• 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., CLASS or FireHouse);
• 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.

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. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:
 
Education and Training:

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

Experience:

• Three (3) years of full time work including program and policy development and management, financial accounting and/or budget development; experience with the business/administrative operations of a Special District or other municipality is desirable.

Special Requirements:

• 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.

Knowledge of:

• 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.

Ability to:

• 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 and statistical reports adhering to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction and style; 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, CSD personnel and the public;
• Comprehend and correctly use a variety of informational documents, including reports, time sheets, procedure manuals, financial analysis 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, time sheets, blue prints, safety manuals, instruction manuals, personnel handbook, policies and procedures.

• Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting at 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.

Typical Working Conditions 
Work is typically performed in an indoor office environment. Occasional work is performed outside in various types of weather; Incumbents may be exposed to noise, moisture, dust, vibrations, heat and cold. Work may require travel to and from off-site locations throughout the District.THE PROCESS:

Application Review (Pass/Fail): All applicants must complete and submit an application by the final filing deadline. Applications will be reviewed for possession of minimum qualifications and evaluated according to the essential functions of the job and other needs of the position.

• 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.
• When writing job-related responses to supplemental questions in the supplemental questionnaire, please be succinct and brief in your answers.

Notification: Candidates will be notified of their status after completing the first interview phase.
Failure to meet these pre-employment requirements will be grounds for withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment.

Benefits For Full-Time Employees: 

• 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.

RIGHT-TO-WORK VERIFICATION
Documentation verifying the candidate's legal right to work in the United States will be required and shall be presented upon hire.

Salary : $80,736 - $113,592