Management Analyst - Innovation & Technology

The City of Glendale’s generous benefits package includes:
 
 Leave Accruals

• Vacation: 17 days annually, up to 24 days annually based on years of service
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays per year
• Sick Leave: 14 days per year

Retirement- Arizona State Retirement System

• Mandatory employee contributions of 12.29% are matched by the City.

Medical

• Three options administered by Blue Cross Blue Shield Arizona.  The city contributes $1,000 annually to Health Savings Account when high deductible health plan is selected.
• Healthcare Cost Reduction incentives up to $360/year are available to participating employees.
• Comprehensive Employee Wellness Program.

Dental

• Two options administered by Delta Dental

Vision

• Administered by United Healthcare

Life

• City paid life insurance equal to annual salary rounded to nearest thousand.

Under general supervision performs a wide variety of analytical duties including special projects, research studies, budget analysis, procurement and other specialized functions; coordinates and performs a variety of contract and grant administration duties. Provides financial and statistical analysis and assists in the coordination, preparation, and analysis of the operating and capital improvement budgets.

 

1. Participates in the development and administration of department, division and/or operating budget; analyzes proposed capital, operating, and maintenance expenditures; prepares reports and analysis related to impact of budgetary decisions; prepares financial forecasts; tracks and monitors budget expenditures.
2. Track office or program expenditures by recording expenses, alerting management to budget overruns and unusual expenses. Maintain a variety of financial records such as petty cash, purchase orders, and check requisitions.
3. Plans, coordinates, and evaluates activities associated with assigned contracts; participates in research and evaluation of proposed contractual obligations and agreements; assists in contract negotiations and administration; monitors compliance with applicable contractual agreements.
4. Assists in planning, organizing, and researching grants for a division or department; monitors and evaluates information to determine compliance with prescribed standards and guidelines; writes and edits grant applications; tracks grant spending.
5. Interprets data, identifies alternatives, and presents conclusions, forecasts, and recommendations based on data summaries and other findings.
6. Coordinates, implements, and monitors special projects within assigned area of responsibility; performs complex research and analysis of new programs, services, policies, and procedures; prepares and presents reports.
7. Assists in the coordination of interdepartmental and departmental activities with other City departments and divisions and with outside agencies.
8. May supervise, provide direction to or oversee the work of less experienced staff.
9. Monitors and ensures timely compliance with regulatory matters and reporting requirements.
10. Represents the department by attending meetings and committees; presents information to staff, departments, and management.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Associate's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field and three years of progressively responsible and related experience in preparing and monitoring budgets, researching and analyzing data, and/or project management

Knowledge of:
Department policies and procedures
Research and analysis methods and elements of report presentation
Principles, methods, and practices of municipal budgeting and finance
Grants and grant accounting
Customer service procedures and techniques
Methods and techniques of statistical and financial analysis

Ability to:
Collect, evaluate and interpret complex information and data.
Maintain confidentiality of information processed or prepared
Analyze and interpret statistical data and present findings in a clear and concise manner
Analyze issues and independently formulate recommendations
Track, monitor, reconcile and analyze budgets
Compute mathematical figures; make complex arithmetic computations and prepare statistical summaries
Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Operate a computer and related software and demonstrate proficiency to prepare documents, spreadsheets, databases, reports, manuals, presentations, email and timesheets 

Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying

Success Factor Classification Level - Foundational
 

Success Factors	Definitions	Classification Levels
Personal Accountability & Integrity	Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and in complying with organizational rules, policies and procedures. Earns others’ trust and respect through consistent honesty and professionalism.	Foundational, Professional/Supervisory, Managerial, Executives
Teambuilding & Collaborative Relationships	Inspires and fosters team commitment, spirit, pride and trust; develops cooperative working relationships with others.	Foundational, Professional/Supervisory, Managerial, Executives
Effective Communication	Conveys information respectfully, credibly, and effectively.	Foundational, Professional/Supervisory, Managerial, Executives
Continuous Learning & Development	Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; takes initiative in pursuing self-development and learning to expand skills and increase knowledge.	Foundational, Professional/Supervisory, Managerial, Executives
Commitment to Service Excellence	Strives to excel in meeting the needs of both internal and external customers in a fair and equitable manner. Delivers high-quality services with a commitment to continuous improvement.	Foundational, Professional/Supervisory, Managerial, Executives
Innovation	Applies original thinking in approach to job responsibilities and to improve processes, methods, systems or services.	Foundational, Professional/Supervisory, Managerial, Executives

Working Conditions
Office setting