Management Analyst

City of Woodinville•Woodinville, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Woodinville is seeking a Management Analyst to support the Executive Department and Assistant City Manager. This role involves managing interdepartmental projects, city-wide initiatives, and programs. The Management Analyst will perform research, analysis, and administrative work, including policy analysis and implementation, program administration, budget analysis, and preparing management studies, reports, and presentations. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day City functions, budget development, grant program administration, communications, and creating/managing new programs. This position requires significant interaction with City staff, City Council, and the general public. Analysts may be assigned to programs such as Emergency Management, Communications/Engagement, Economic Development, and Budgeting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, or related field; AND Two years of relevant experience in public sector administration, project management, research and analysis, or development of public policy; OR In place of the above requirements, the incumbent may possess any combination of relevant education and experience which would demonstrate the individual’s knowledge, skill, and ability to proficiently perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above.
Knowledge of General City management principles, including policies, functions, and responsibilities of the City.
Knowledge of Laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations affecting the City.
Knowledge of Best practices in assigned subject areas.
Knowledge of Principles, techniques, and methods of project management, data analysis, and evaluation.
Knowledge of Economic, political, social, and psychological factors related to local government.
Knowledge of Budget development principles and financial analysis.
Knowledge of Strategic planning and organization development principles.
Knowledge of Collaborative problem-solving methods.
Knowledge of Principles and practices of public administration.
Knowledge of Human relations and interpersonal communications; team building.
Knowledge of Conceptual and analytical thinking.
Knowledge of Professional written and digital communications.
Knowledge of Project management, including contract development and monitoring.
Knowledge of Graphic design.
Knowledge of Numeric aptitude; problem-solving and analytic abilities; initiative, ingenuity, and imagination; and memory and concentration.
Requires strong verbal aptitude, excellent writing, and public speaking ability.
Ability to Contribute to the strategic planning process.
Ability to Collect, analyze and prepare data for dispersal to a variety of audiences.
Ability to Prepare reports, news releases, educational and promotional materials, correspondence, and communicate effectively in written and verbal form.
Ability to Draft and assist with negotiation of effective legal documents and agreements.
Ability to Evaluate programs and make policy recommendations.
Ability to Function as a utility player coordinating multiple projects, programs, and activities simultaneously in a variety of subject areas.
Ability to Represent the City and interact professionally with elected officials, strategic partners, and the general public.
Ability to Analyze problems, recommend solutions, and make difficult decisions.
Ability to Coordinate multiple activities simultaneously; adapt to change and remain flexible.
Ability to Exercise good judgment.
Ability to Use software to perform analysis and present information.
Ability to Work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
Ability to Understanding instructions and reason to make judgments.
Ability to Display patience and persuasiveness when interacting with others.

Responsibilities

Plans, coordinates, and implements projects and programs requiring specialized knowledge of grant administration, economic development, event planning, and compliance with broad federal programs such as the Americans with Disabilities Act and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Administers assigned professional contracts and directs consultant work.
Performs a wide variety of complex and diverse professional and technical administrative duties.
Plans, coordinates, evaluates, and participates in special projects, including research of new programs, services, or technologies; management studies; and the preparation and presentation of reports.
Facilitates and leads projects, including coordinating cross-departmental initiatives and assembling and coordinating interdepartmental staff teams to advance City programs, projects, and organizational priorities.
Serves as an administrative staff to various commissions, task forces, and committees and City Council, as assigned.
Compiles legislative and meeting materials for commissions and committees, and City Council in the City Clerk’s absence.
Participates in professional groups and regional meetings as assigned; maintains updated knowledge and awareness of issues and best practices, as well as new trends and innovations in various assigned subject areas.
Performs general administrative support functions including ordering of supplies, managing employee building access, invoice acceptance and approvals, and assisting with event planning.
Assists in the coordination of the City's Emergency Management program including leading/supporting plan development, assisting staff drills and training, and supporting the Emergency Manager with research and development of strategic crisis communications.
Assist with the City’s emergency preparedness efforts including fire drills, AED monitoring, and CPR/first aid training events.
Assists the Community Engagement Coordinator with City’s communications program, including drafting press releases and media relations, managing website and social media, graphic design, and brand management, producing newsletters and mailings, and consulting with department heads/City leadership to inform and engage the public around important projects and initiatives.
Responds to and resolves requests for services, information, and complaints.
Assists with the management of the City Wellness Program, including staff committees and reporting.
Assist with the development of health-related information, activities, and events for employees.
Assists with monitoring organizational culture and providing resources for active employee engagement via the Wellness Program.
Coordinates and assists with budget monitoring and development, capital planning, and the development of performance metrics and strategic planning.
Leads processing of invoices, purchase orders, and accounting functions for the Executive Department.