Management Analyst II

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State..Department of Education Child Nutrition Team-Anticipated Vacancy-Opening Date:
June 16, 2026

Closing Date:
July 01, 2026

Grade / Admin Unit: 24 / Professional/Technical Job Class Code: 0393

Salary: $54,442.97 - $76,329.70*/Annually (
* includes a 5.33% recruitment and retention stipend)
Position Number:

Location:

Augusta Telework:
Hybrid Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Are you a detail-oriented financial and program management professional who enjoys working at the intersection of public service, data analysis, compliance, and technology? The Maine Department of Education is seeking a Management Analyst II to support the Child Nutrition Program. In this role, you will help manage millions of dollars in federal nutrition funding, provide technical guidance to school and community partners, analyze financial and program data, and contribute to the development and implementation of statewide program systems and initiatives.

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on programs that support children and families across Maine.

PURPOSE:

This position is the system administrator for all USDA Food and Nutrition Services programs (including the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, Summer Food Service Program, Child and Adult Care Food Program, and fiscal department) under the Department of Education Child Nutrition Reporting and Claiming System. It prepares documentation used to develop budgets and work programs. This position has regular contact with local school administrators, program sponsors, Department of Administrative and Financial Services and the USDA for the reporting and claiming system.

It provides training and presentations to local administrators and school level staff via phone or in-person methods and virtually, via PowerPoint. Training and presentations may be one on one or in large groups. This position is responsible for all statistical data and financial reporting of the Child Nutrition Programs to the USDA. In addition, this position manages program applications and waivers for all FNS programs in order to ensure compliance with federal regulations and state procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL & ABILITIES:

Knowledge and ability to plan and organize work activities with minimal supervision

Knowledge of federal and state regulations

Knowledge and demonstrated experience of Advantage Me system

Strong knowledge of the online Department of Education Reporting System; currently NEO, CNPweb, Advantage ME, and Maine Pays Knowledge of fiscal action sections of the Child Nutrition administrative review process

Knowledge of state budget process and system

Knowledge and ability to create Financial Status Reports as needed to provide the financial status of various accounts

Knowledge of Federal Grants Knowledge of online reporting to Federal Agency Knowledge and ability to apply and assure consistent application of State and Technical policies, procedures and guidelines

Knowledge and ability to interpret, compile and calculate financial data Knowledge and ability to accurately allot funds and distribute funds to various accounts

Knowledge and ability to allocate charges and expenditures to various accounts with accuracy

An ability to consult and confer with accountants and other professionals for advice and guidance when needed

Ability to interact effectively with a broad range of customers, both internal and external

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Ability to use computers and other technology to improve efficiency and operations

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Eight (8) years of education, training, and/or experience analyzing, evaluating, and/or developing improvements to organizational and/or managerial systems, programs, and practices.

Preference will be given to candidates…