Management Analyst 2

State of Nevada•Nevada, NV

About The Position

The Management Analyst II within the Nevada Department of Education's (NDE) Office of Fiscal Operations provides fiscal oversight and administration of complex state and federal grants and subawards. This position ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, agency policies, and funding requirements through comprehensive financial monitoring, reconciliation, and reporting activities. Primary responsibilities include conducting bi-monthly fiscal reconciliations, identifying and resolving financial discrepancies, preparing journal vouchers and supporting documentation, and processing subrecipient Requests for Reimbursement within established timelines. The incumbent reviews expenditures for accuracy, verifies coding against the Chart of Accounts and approved budgets, and supports the development and administration of Notices of Funding Opportunity, grant applications, subaward agreements, and fiscal year-end reporting requirements. This position works closely with Local Education Agencies (LEAs), subrecipients, and NDE program staff to monitor grant performance, financial obligations, and expenditure trends. The incumbent provides technical assistance related to the agency's online grants management system, resolves user access and system-related issues, and communicates fiscal policies, procedures, and requirements to internal and external stakeholders. The Management Analyst II also participates in cross-functional workgroups and process improvement initiatives designed to enhance operational effectiveness, strengthen internal controls, and support continuous improvement efforts across the agency. Successful performance in this role requires strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills; the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines; proficiency in computer-based financial systems; and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive financial information.

Requirements

Two or more years of applicable experience as described in the job duties.
Graduation from high school or equivalent education.
Knowledge of research and analysis techniques and methodologies.
Knowledge of management and administration concepts, principles, and practices.
Knowledge of evaluating, developing, and recommending administrative and/or operational policies and procedures.
Skill in interpersonal and communication, both verbal and written.
Skill in the use and operation of office and job-related equipment and software.
Ability to compose business correspondence and reports.
Ability to analyze information, problems, or practices to identify relevant concerns, identify patterns, tendencies, and relationships, and formulate logical conclusions.
Knowledge of statistical and research methodology.
Knowledge of contract development and oversight.
Skill in organizing, planning, implementing, and overseeing multiple programs or areas of responsibility.
Ability to analyze organizational and administrative programs, policies, and procedures, prepare plans for revision, and make recommendations.
Ability to perform statistical computations such as correlation studies, variance analysis, averages, and trends.
Ability to analyze user needs and develop appropriate solutions and requirements.
Ability to organize materials, information, and resources systematically to optimize efficiency.
Ability to organize, plan, implement, and oversee multiple programs.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, other agencies, and the public.
Ability to negotiate and exchange ideas, information, and opinions with others to formulate policies, programs, and reach consensus.
Ability to define problems, identify trends, analyze issues, solve problems, and communicate solutions.
Ability to produce clear, concise and valid operational manuals, reports, and other presentation materials.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in computer-based financial systems.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive financial information.

Responsibilities

Conduct bi-monthly fiscal reconciliations.
Identify and resolve financial discrepancies.
Prepare journal vouchers and supporting documentation.
Process subrecipient Requests for Reimbursement within established timelines.
Review expenditures for accuracy and verify coding against the Chart of Accounts and approved budgets.
Support the development and administration of Notices of Funding Opportunity, grant applications, subaward agreements, and fiscal year-end reporting requirements.
Work closely with Local Education Agencies (LEAs), subrecipients, and NDE program staff to monitor grant performance, financial obligations, and expenditure trends.
Provide technical assistance related to the agency's online grants management system.
Resolve user access and system-related issues.
Communicate fiscal policies, procedures, and requirements to internal and external stakeholders.
Participate in cross-functional workgroups and process improvement initiatives.
Conduct research and analyze legislative implications.
Determine software application program needs or requirements.
Review and monitor contracts.
Make recommendations on policy and procedure improvements.
Provide recommendations to management regarding programs and/or work unit activities.
Prepare reports and correspondence.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Review, write, revise, and recommend administrative policies or procedures for the work unit and/or assigned programs.
Conduct statistical or investigative studies, compile and analyze data, and prepare and present reports summarizing study results and conclusions.
Develop, manage, review, and make recommendations on contracts and the contracting process.
Review, monitor, and research bills submitted to the Legislature impacting the work unit, inform management of possible implications, and recommend an appropriate course of action.