Management Analyst II (Vacancy)

Columbus Partnership; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Columbus is seeking a responsive analyst to research, analyze, and advise management on fiscal and operational matters with potential budget impact. The role supports program evaluations, policy development, and financial reporting.

You will work with the Department of Public Service to ensure efficient operations and sound budgeting. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of relevant experience, with a master’s degree substituting for one year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three years of professional experience researching, analyzing, and making recommendations.
• Master's degree may substitute for one year of required experience.
• Experience providing consultation to management on fiscal or operational matters.
• Experience in public or business administration or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Perform research, analysis, and recommendations on fiscal or operational issues impacting budget and service delivery.
• Lead or participate in program evaluations, reviews, and special studies.
• Prepare financial impact statements and revenue/expenditure projections.
• Identify problems and recommend corrective actions to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Develop strategies for implementing new programs, projects, or policies aligned with department goals.
• Supervise staff engaged in fiscal or operational activities where applicable.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical thinking

Consultation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public/Business Administration or related field

Job description

Under direction, is responsible for performing research, analysis, recommendation, and consultation to management on diverse or complex issues and matters having a fiscal or operational impact; performs related duties as required.

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Leads or conducts operational or administrative reviews, program evaluations, and special studies pertaining to various fiscal, operational, and managerial issues;

Leads or conducts operational or administrative reviews, program evaluations, and special studies pertaining to various fiscal, operational, and managerial issues;

Researches and analyzes major operational or administrative issues and makes recommendations for resolutions or improvements;

Analyzes and proposes ways to improve an organization’s productivity, efficiency, or budget;

Informs management of any situation current or anticipated that may impact budget, operations, or service deliveries;

Develops and recommends strategies for the implementation of new programs, projects, or policies pertinent to the mission of the department or division; participates in the implementation and/or training processes relating to these programs, projects, or policies;

Leads major policy and management projects, productivity studies, and operational and legislative reviews;

Serves as a resource or specialist on fiscal, operational, or other managerial issues affecting the department or division;

Writes, reviews, and analyzes fiscal or operational policies and procedures to ensure optimal effectiveness and efficiency;

Prepares financial impact statements; prepares reports of projected revenues and expenditures; identifies problems and recommends corrective actions;

Conducts financial studies to determine the availability of resources for funding current or new programs, projects, or services;

Researches, analyzes, and recommends various rate/fee structures and other options to enhance the viability of specific services, programs, or operations;

Prepares and monitors operating and capital improvement budgets and provides expenditure analyses;

Researches grant and revenue enhancement opportunities;

Evaluates grant programs for effectiveness and regulatory compliance;

Prepares comprehensive financial, statistical, technical, and narrative reports;

May supervise employees engaged in fiscal or operational activities.

Possession of a bachelor's degree and three (3) years of professional experience researching, analyzing, and makingrecommendations, OR providing consultation to management on fiscal or operational matters, or matters pertaining to public or business administration. Substitution(s): A master's degree may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

Recruitment #: 26-0780-V9

Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Alexander Zillner

Department of Public Service

Office of the Public Service Director

111 N. Front Street / 7th Floor

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: [phone]

E:[e-mail]

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer