Senior Management Analyst

Maricopa-Association-of-Governments; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 81,939 - 122,908; Full time

Job summary

The Maricopa Association of Governments seeks a Senior Management Analyst to support MAG’s regional decision making by organizing committee processes, preparing polished materials, and maintaining governance systems. This role collaborates with staff at all levels and leads special projects.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and 3+ years of experience, excellent communication, attention to detail, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Public Administration, Business, Political Science, Urban Planning, Communications, or related field.
• Three+ years supporting committees, public meetings, or government operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication with excellent proofreading and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and complex workflows in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Staff MAG policy committees with meeting preparation, logistics, and follow-up.
• Edit and publish policy committee decks ensuring WCAG accessibility.
• Provide administrative support and timely deliverables for committees.
• Manage agenda tracking and internal planning meetings.
• Lead policy committee appointment processes and prepare reports.
• Develop internal guides, manuals, and policies/procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor7s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

PDF tools

Job description

Company:Maricopa Association of GovernmentsCloses:The position is open until filled.Status:Full timePay Rate:SalaryTitle Range:$81,939.02 - $122,908.53Why Join MAG:MAG is a great place to work. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a collaborative culture where employee contributions make a real impact. While MAG supports flexible work arrangements where appropriate, this position requires working onsite five days per week during the first 90 days. After that, there may be an opportunity for a hybrid schedule based on business needs.About MAG:The Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) is a group of local governments working together on issues that touch the lives of every resident. We are a regional planning agency that develops solutions in areas such as transportation, environmental and air quality, and human services. MAG serves a thriving region of 5 million people. Our members include 28 cities and towns, three Native nations, and Maricopa and Pinal counties. Our planning area encompasses more than 10,000 square miles. MAG is the council of governments and the designated metropolitan planning organization for transportation planning for the greater Phoenix metropolitan area.Visit www.azmag.gov to learn more.Your TeamMAG’s Communications Division provides strategic direction and technical expertise to support the agency’s internal communications, external outreach, public engagement, and committee management functions. The team serves as a central resource for content development, information sharing, stakeholder engagement, and committee support, advancing MAG’s work in transportation, environmental planning, and human services while ensuring clear, consistent, accessible, and legally sound communication with member agencies, partners, staff, and the public.The PositionThe Senior Management Analyst plays a key role in supporting MAG’s regional decision making by ensuring that technical and policy committees run smoothly, efficiently, and consistently. In this role, you bring structure and clarity to MAG staff about complex committee processes, guide the preparation of polished and accessible materials and help maintain the systems and procedures that support MAG’s governance work. Beyond core committee operations, you will also have opportunities to lead and deliver special projects that emerge from policy discussions, organizational priorities, and evolving regional needs, giving you the chance to contribute at a broader strategic level.What you will do:Staff MAG policy committees, overseeing all meeting preparation, logistics, execution, and follow up.Serve as editor and publisher of policy committee presentation decks ensuring accessibility guidelines are met in accordance with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).Provide administrative and operational support to committees, ensuring high-quality and timely deliverables.Manage policy committee agenda tracking and support internal planning meetings.Lead technical committee appointment processPrepare and submit reports.Maintain and update internal guides, manuals and policies/procedures.Provide training on committee staffing policies and procedures.Complete special projects that arise from policy needs or organizational initiatives, including research, working group facilitation, gathering public input, etc.Manage internal reporting processes in compliance with state and federal guidelines.The CandidateYou thrive in a structured yet dynamic environment where details matter. You’re someone who notices inconsistencies before anyone else does, and you take pride in producing polished, accurate materials that help leaders make informed decisions. You collaborate comfortably with staff at all levels, communicate clearly, and keep processes running smoothly even when priorities shift. You enjoy improving systems, maintaining organized workflows, and bringing order to complex situations. You are adaptable, resourceful, and energized by opportunities to take on special projects that stretch your skills and broaden your impact.You will have:A Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business, Political Science, Urban Planning, Communications, or a related field or a combination of education and experience that provides the required competencies may be considered.Three or more years of experience supporting committees, public meetings, project management, government operations, or similar analytical/administrative work.Strong written and verbal communication, with excellent proofreading and accuracy.Ability to manage multiple deadlines and complex workflows in a fast‑paced environment.High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.Proficiency with standard business software (e.g., Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, PDF preparation tools).Comfort learning new technology and digital systems.Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and maintain confidentiality.The Maricopa Association of Governments is an Equal Opportunity Employer. During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the Human Resources Division at [e-mail] or by calling [phone].302 N. First Ave., Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85003