Management Analyst - Solid Waste

Job Summary

The role of the Management Analyst assists in researching, analyzing, developing, and maintaining various tasks, policies, and programs throughout the organization.

The work of the Management Analyst is different than other Analyst roles because it is primarily responsible for evaluating and assisting in the overall programs and activities to meet Council, City, and departmental goals across the organization. It monitors productivity of current programs and assists with budget development and implementation, provides insight and direction for development and proper tracking. The Senior Management Analyst performs specialized, professional, complex, and multi‑dimensional analytics work which provides executive level management with critical information affecting multiple departments and divisions.

• Analyze operational and management policies and programming.
• Develop position papers, letters, memoranda and presentations to appropriate audiences, including the public.
• Facilitate and conduct Operations and Maintenance Division personnel training in the use and operation of computer programs and spreadsheets related to productivity, timekeeping, budget, project, or other management systems.
• Develop systems to evaluate productivity and track programs.
• Represent the Department or City with regional and professional organizations; attend meetings and conferences, serve on committees and work groups.
• Apply knowledge of Public Works business operations and maintenance management systems to identify and coordinate process improvements.
• Assist in coordinating the Water Division’s Water Quality efforts with other agencies and in‑house staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations and Maintenance Managers.
• Assist with development and coordination of Departmental programs (e.g., graffiti education, Adopt‑A‑Road, conservation, etc.) with other agencies, departments and in‑house staff.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• High degree of public and interpersonal skills to facilitate discussions and resolve conflicts in individual and group meeting settings; skill in developing and presenting material for the purpose of clearly informing various audiences about the City’s and Departments’ policies and programs in technical areas of responsibility.
• Ability to gather data from many sources, synthesize information and make recommendations based on solid research and analysis.
• Ability to coordinate activities with all levels of the City organization and with outside agencies and jurisdictions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other members of a technical service‑oriented team.
• Ability to initiate new ideas and approaches to organizational, financial, and policy concerns.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, set and meet schedules and timelines.
• Ability to deal with potentially sensitive political situations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; must possess excellent business math skills.
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheet, and database computer applications.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records; maintains confidentiality of materials and situations encountered.
• Knowledge of governmental processes in community relations and municipal governance.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Organizational ability and attention to detail.
• Ability to use personal computer hardware and software.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, Planning, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience:
  
  1–3 years of experience involving implementation of programs and procedures or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the functions of the job.
• Alternatively, the incumbent may possess any combination of relevant education and experience that demonstrates adequate knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

• Must have a valid Washington State…