Management Analyst II (Research & Development Unit) (Vacancy)

Definition

Area of Focus for the Job and Specific Focus Area Responsibilities

The City of Columbus, Department of Public Safety is seeking a Management Analyst II (MA II) to fill a unique and exciting vacancy in the Division of Police's Research & Development Unit.

The Research & Development Unit is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in the Division through thorough research, policy development, and dissemination of law enforcement information.

The main responsibility of the MA II in Research & Development will be to research; develop; write; revise and publish rules policies and procedures intended to guide sworn and civilian personnel in the performance of their duties.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Organizational, communication, and technical writing skills; gathering, analyzing, and compiling statistical data; creating and revising policies, directives, and procedures; managing multiple high-profile projects with varying deadlines; attention to detail and the ability to thrive under pressure role.

Description/Listing/Estimated Duration of the Selection Process

All applications for this position will be forwarded to the department indicated above. For those candidates passing the application review step, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test. For any position within the Division of Police, the hiring process will also include the completion of an extensive personal history questionnaire and a polygraph examination. The selection process can take as little as 3 weeks and up to 3 months.

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.

Examples of Work

(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.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a bachelor's degree and three (3) years of professional experience researching, analyzing, and making recommendations, 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.

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 25-0780-V15

Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Mark Gramlich

Department of Public Safety

Division of Police

120 Marconi Blvd

Columbus, Ohio 43215

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The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer