MANAGEMENT ANALYST

Neighborhood House Association•San Diego, CA

26d•$34 - $36

About The Position

Under direction of the Area Director, the Management Analyst performs moderately difficult statistical and management analyses in support of administrative functions for an assigned department or program. The position conducts analyses supporting functions, projects, programs, and initiatives in program administration and implementation. The role interprets program and funding-agency requirements, conducts cost, trend, impact, and other analyses, and prepares reports and recommendations. It also develops and maintains administrative and project tracking systems, coordinates information-flow needs with the Information Systems Department, and contributes to policies, procedures, and staff and volunteer training programs. The position works under typical office conditions, where the noise level is usually quiet. Employees regularly sit or stand for long periods, communicate in person and by telephone, use standard office equipment, and may lift or move up to ten pounds. Pediatric first-aid and CPR certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment. Employees must meet and maintain state law and county licensing requirements related to childcare-center employment, including fingerprints, TB, physical, and immunizations.

Requirements

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in Public Administration, Business Administration, Early Childhood Education, or a closely related field, and at least three years of progressively responsible experience performing complex financial, statistical, and program analyses; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Knowledge of theory, principles, practices, and comparative analysis techniques.
Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations governing budgeting and financing of nonprofit agencies.
Knowledge of Association structure, policies, and procedures, and policies, procedures, rules, and regulations for the assigned program or department.
Knowledge of computer tools and software, particularly for statistical analysis, modeling, data management, and manipulation.
Knowledge of advanced principles, practices, and methods of administrative, budgetary, economic, and procedural analysis.
Knowledge of sound business communication principles and practices, and correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Ability to operate a personal computer and proficiently use Microsoft Excel, word processing, and other standard software.
Ability to use specialized databases to obtain necessary information.
Ability to select appropriate methodologies and perform mathematical and statistical calculations and analyses.
Ability to exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
Ability to understand, interpret, explain, and apply state, local, and Association laws, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements.
Ability to establish and maintain effective multi-agency and departmental contacts and working relationships with management, staff, volunteers, and others encountered in the course of work.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; and present information and respond effectively to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rates, ratios, and percentages; and draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems involving varied concrete variables and limited standardization, and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
Obtain pediatric first-aid and CPR certification within 90 days of employment.
Meet and maintain state law and county licensing requirements regarding employment in a childcare center, including fingerprints, TB, physical, and immunizations.

Responsibilities

Analyze records and documents.
Prepare worksheets and related records to administer assigned programs.
Develop, maintain, and update administrative and project tracking systems.
Consult with and advise management and staff on project progress.
Coordinate systems needs with the Information Systems Department to establish more efficient information flow.
Interpret and explain program and funding-agency provisions, rules, regulations, and performance standards, and make appropriate recommendations.
Perform special cost, trend, impact, and other analyses; draft reports and recommendations on assigned projects to support department functions.
Prepare regular and special reports for management, committees, and councils.
Assemble data, conduct studies, and prepare monthly and periodic reports and an annual management status report.
Research and recommend policies and procedures; participate in developing Association or program policies and procedures.
Assist in developing staff and volunteer training programs.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

15 holidays
401(k) retirement with 6% match
Paid vacation and sick leave
Tuition reimbursement up to $2,500
2 personal days
Group medical, dental, and vision insurance
Agency-paid life and long-term disability insurance
Live Well Program
4 paid annual bereavement days (up to a total of 5 days per loss)
Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Voluntary life and AD&D, accident, short-term disability, and critical illness insurance
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)