Management Analyst - Foundation

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DEFINITION: Under administrative direction, organizes and implements comprehensive programs for District Departments and Boards; serves as a District liaison to various groups; develops programs that enhance support of internal and external resources; coordinates District activities; provides professional assistance to management staff; and performs related work as required. Assists management in performing a wide variety of staff functions, including the analysis of various operations and procedures, preparation of board and committee agenda reports and budgets, and present findings either orally or in writing.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives administrative direction from the appropriate Manager. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:

Management Analyst I: This is the entry-level classification in the Management Analyst series. Initially under supervision, incumbent performs more routine analysis associated with a particular department or division. Initially incumbents assist management in performing a wide variety of staff functions, including the analysis of various operations and procedures. As experience is gained assignments become more varied, complex, and difficult; close supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skills to perform the work independently. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the Management Analyst II are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress.

Management Analyst II: This is the intermediate-level classification in the Management Analyst series. This classification is responsible for independently performing professional duties in support of District programs. Incumbents regularly work on tasks which are varied and complex, requiring considerable discretion and independent judgment. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to support the programs. Work is generally reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness and conformity to policy and requirements. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at level III, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods.

Management Analyst III: This is the advanced level classification in the Management Analyst series. This classification independently performs professional duties in support of District and or Foundation programs. Incumbents consistently work on tasks that are varied, complex and extend to a number of departments or divisions within the organization requiring superior discretion and independent judgment. Incumbents exercise expert analyst skills and are able to complete complex tasks with little or no supervision. Incumbents in this classification work consistently and impacts a multitude of departments in the organization. They provide high-level support to the management team. Incumbents regularly develop board items. Incumbents, at this level, also exercise technical and functional direction over lower-level staff.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Participates in the daily functions, operations, programs, services, and activities of the Desert Recreation District; may assist with the creation, development, and implementation of a broad range of initiatives or projects that impact one or more District departments.

Prepares a variety of correspondence, agendas, reports, procedures, policies, and other written materials.

Collects and analyzes annual reports, procedures, system design, and other data useful to identify opportunities for improvement.

Makes recommendations for improvements, which may include new practices, forms, reports, data collection, and/or staffing changes based on assessments of current practices; communicates these recommendations to appropriate senior management.

Researches and analyzes data for complex projects that may cross departments and/or service agencies.

Schedules, coordinates, and implements major events sponsored by the District and its various Boards.

Develops concepts and writes scripts, invitations, programs, and various other materials appropriate for District events; assists District management and staff in the development, coordination, implementation, and participation of such events.

Coordinates content development for the District’s various websites to promote District Departments and the Board’s public image.

Prepares business documents and reports; researches, compiles, and organizes information and data for specialized reports; and presents report findings.

Creates and organizes program records and files.

Observes and complies with District and mandated rules, regulations, and protocols.

Performs other duties as assigned.