Management Analyst I​/II

Description/Special Instructions
The City of Elk Grove is now accepting applications for the position of
MANAGEMENT ANALYST I/II
Management Analyst I: $83,570 - $112,006 Annually
Management Analyst II: $92,336 - $123,753 Annually
The ideal candidate is an experienced, highly analytical professional capable of independently managing complex financial and programmatic assignments within a large and evolving capital improvement program. The candidate understands the relationship between project scope, funding, financial controls, schedules, procurement, grants, reimbursements, and regulatory requirements and can translate that information into actionable analysis and recommendations for management.
The successful candidate demonstrates strong financial and analytical skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to identify risks before they affect project delivery. They are comfortable working across organizational boundaries and coordinating with engineers, project managers, Finance, management, and external funding agencies. The candidate should be able to manage multiple priorities, interpret complex funding and grant requirements, develop effective tracking and reporting tools, communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences, and take ownership of assignments from initiation through completion.

Experience with municipal CIP programs, capital project financial management, grant administration, transportation funding, reimbursement processes, or project controls is highly desirable.
Tentative Recruitment Timeline (subject to change)
Filing, by 11:59 PM
Oral Board Interviews:
December 1, 2026 (virtual)
Selection Interviews:
December 8, 2026 (in person)
The City offers a competitive salary and generous benefit package including CalPERS retirement benefits, a deferred compensation match and more. Why work for the City of Elk Grove? Elk Grove Jobs
Community Profile
Elk Grove is a vibrant, family-friendly community of approximately 178,124 people in the Sacramento, California region, located 14 miles south of the State Capital and 60 miles east of the Bay Area. Elk Grove is a young, ethnically diverse, modern city that was incorporated in 2000. Elk Grove has low crime, excellent schools, over 100 community parks and 28 miles of trails, plentiful dining and shopping options, numerous annual events and festivals, and over 270 sunny days per year.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision (Management Analyst I) to direction (Management Analyst II), performs routine to complex research and analysis in support of assigned division or department functions, operations and programs; performs budgetary, financial, and administrative analyses and carries out related processes; coordinates and administers contracts, special projects, programs, and activities; participates in the development of policies, procedures, and guidelines; and performs related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision (Management Analyst I) to direction (Management Analyst II) from assigned management or supervisor personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Management Analyst I:
This is the entry level classification in the Management Analyst series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform research and analysis in support of the assigned division or department. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied, complex, and difficult. Close supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skill to perform the work independently. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of positions at the II-level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods.

Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise.
Management Analyst II:
This is the journey level classification in the Management Analyst series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the I-level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies…