Management Analyst I

Washington County, Oregon; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington County, Oregon seeks a Management Analyst I within the Land Use & Transportation Capital Project Services Division. The role supports financial operations, budgeting, and contract processing in a non-exempt, regular position.

The ideal candidate will apply financial principles in local government, manage complex contracts, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders while delivering timely, accurate analyses and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or Associate degree with 2 years of related professional experience) in public or business administration, finance, economics, statistics, accounting or related field.
• Two years of professional work in administrative, budgetary, financial, or related analysis; or four years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Process Contracts & Amendments
• Manage consultant contracts and amendments
• Oversee Intergovernmental Agreements/Memorandums of Understanding
• Coordinate Construction Contract Bid Openings
• Handle Construction Contracts/Change Orders
• Prepare and evaluate RFPs, ITBs and RFQs
• Oversee Federal Highway Administration/grants or Emergency Response Grants
• Accounts Receivable - Invoicing
• Vendors deposits/refunds
• Support annual external audit research and responses
• Support budget preparation

Skills

Financial principles (local government

Organization & management

Written communication

Problem solving

Under pressure accuracy

Research & analysis

Report writing

Stakeholder relations

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in public/business administration, finance, economics, statistics, accounting or related field

Job description

Note: This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day prior to the end date listed. Current Washington County Employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Job Type: Regular Pay Range: $37.57 - $45.65 Hourly Department: Land Use & Transportation (LUT) FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

About the Opportunity:

The Department of Land Use and Transportation (LUT) is recruiting for a Management Analyst l in our Capital Project Services Division. The functions of our financial team members are critical to the success and smooth operation of LUT, which supports an overall annual departmental budget of approximately $600 million. This is a unique opportunity to make use of your exceptional interpersonal skills and experience within a large county department.

Processing Contracts & Amendments

• Processing Contracts & Amendments
• Consultant contracts and amendments
• Intergovernmental Agreements/Memorandums of Understanding
• Construction Contract Bid Openings
• Construction Contracts/Change Orders
• Request for Proposals (RFPs)
• Invitation to Bid (ITB)
• Request for Quotes (RFQ)
• Federal Highway Administration/ and/or Emergency Response Grants
• Accounts Receivable - Invoicing
• Vendors Deposits/Refunds
• Annual External Audit - research and preparing responses
• Support for budget preparation

Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of financial principles and practices in local government.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of organization and management.
• Skills to communicate effectively orally and in writing to convey information to others.
• Skills to exercise judgment in responding to and resolving complex issues.
• Skills to work accurately under pressure and time constraints.
• Ability to research and analyze financial, budgetary, operational, and organizational problems, evaluate alternatives and reach sound, logical, fact-based conclusions and recommendations.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports and letters.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals and groups who come from diverse backgrounds and represent members of the public, other government agencies, coworkers, and/or vendors.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in public or business administration, finance, economics, statistics, accounting or a related field that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities; OR Associate's Degree in public or business administration, finance, economics, statistics, accounting or a related field that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities; AND two (2) years of responsible professional work experience in administrative, operations, budgetary, financial, or similar analysis; OR Four (4) years of responsible work experience in administrative, operations, budgetary, and similar analyses.

Department of Land Use & Transportation’s Mission, Vision, & Values:

Mission | Our Purpose Serve. Plan. Build. Maintain—for a thriving Washington County.

Vision | Our Desired Future State We invest in our people, work collaboratively, and care for the systems our community depends on—supporting safe, accessible, and connected communities for today and the future.

Values | What Guides Us in Our Work Service: We serve with care—taking the time to explain decisions, follow through, and deliver results that support safe, livable communities. Accountability: We take responsibility for our work, each other, and the resources we manage—using public funds wisely, caring for infrastructure, and honoring our commitments to the community and our coworkers. Collaboration: We work as one team across divisions, departments, and agencies—sharing information appropriately, reducing silos, and partnering to deliver better results for the community. Belonging: We invest in our people and community—creating an inclusive workplace, supporting individual career growth, and ensuring fair access to opportunities, resources and services to our community members.

Selection Process:

You can review our standard selection process here.

Our commitment to you:

Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.

Veterans' Preference:

If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act:

Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or email: [e-mail] at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.

Status of Your Application:

You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email.

Notice:

Washington County is currently undergoing a comprehensive classification and compensation study. The purpose of this project is to create new job descriptions and create new classification and compensation systems. Outcomes of the project will include changes to classification titles, which could impact compensation structures. No one will have their pay rate lowered because of this project. For represented positions, appropriate bargaining processes will be utilized prior to implementation.

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