MANAGEMENT ANALYST

NHA•San Diego, CA

23d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Area Director, the Management Analyst performs moderately difficult statistical and management analyses supporting the administrative functions of an assigned department or program. The role conducts analyses supporting program administration and implementation, including functions, projects, programs, and initiatives. The employee works under typical office conditions, where the noise level is usually quiet. The position requires meeting pediatric first aid and CPR certification requirements within 90 days of employment and meeting and maintaining state and county childcare-center employment licensing requirements, including fingerprints, TB screening, a physical examination, 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 of 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 administrative, budgetary, economic, and procedural analysis principles, practices, and methods.
Knowledge of sound business communication practices and correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Ability to operate a personal computer and proficiently use Microsoft Excel, word-processing software, 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 and reporting and recordkeeping requirements.
Ability to establish and maintain effective multi-agency and departmental contacts and working relationships with management, staff, volunteers, and others.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; and present information and respond to questions from groups and the public.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; compute rates, ratios, and percentages; and draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems involving concrete variables and limited standardization, and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-form instructions.
Obtain pediatric first aid and CPR certification within 90 days of employment.
Meet and maintain state law and county licensing requirements for employment in a childcare center, including fingerprints, TB screening, a physical examination, and immunizations.
Ability to meet the position's physical and mental demands, including sitting or standing for long periods, communicating, using standard office equipment, lifting or moving up to 10 pounds, handling multiple concurrent tasks, and analyzing and interpreting information.

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 system needs with the Information Systems Department to improve information flow.
Interpret and explain program or funding-agency provisions, rules, regulations, and performance standards, and make appropriate recommendations.
Conduct special cost, trend, impact, and other analyses; draft reports and recommendations on assigned projects.
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, and 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.