MANAGEMENT ANALYST - WATER ENGINEERING

Management Analyst - Water Engineering

The City of Riverside, Public Utilities Department (RPU) is accepting applications for the position of Management Analyst - Water Engineering to fill one (1) vacancy in the Water Division. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

Under general supervision, the Management Analyst is to assist with preparation of revenue estimates. The Management Analyst is to assist in monitoring performance criteria for work programs of City departments, to perform specialized work in finance and budget analysis, preparation, administration and reports and to perform a variety of studies and research relative to programs and their financial support. The incumbent is to provide financial/budgetary staff support to a large department and to performrelated work as required.

Work Performed:

• Participate in staff research and analyses activities of moderate difficulty concerning organizational structure, staffing, operations, procedures and policies; make recommendations for departmental and city policy.
• Assist with the developing, implementing, projecting and monitoring revenue and expense related activities for city programs and contracted services.
• Participate in the analysis and control of budget expenditures.
• Participate in the development of management information systems and processes.
• Provide technical assistance to departments and/or divisions in the formulation of budget requests.
• Participate in research and analyses activities concerning organizational structure, staffing, operations and policies.
• Prepare council reports, statistical tables, charts and graphs.
• Lead and coordinate work projects of para-professional, technical and administrative support staff.
• May supervise technical and administrative support staff.

In addition to the above duties, when assigned to the Finance Department:

• Participate in staff research and analyses activities regarding various financial related projects, such as development impact on city services and costs thereof; analyses of changing services and impacts upon fees and charges; analyses of alternative methods of financing; and review and follow-up of federal and state proposed and implemented legislation.
• Assist with the development, review and analysis of budgeted revenue estimates, and fund sheets for the preliminary and final budgets.
• Assist in the preparation of annual cost control study and cost allocation plan reports.
• On a regular basis, update the City's User Fee study and prepare internal service fund allocations for the budget.

In addition to the above duties, when assigned to the Office of Budget and Management:

• Participate in the development of schedules, format and procedures for budget preparation and control.
• Participate in the review and analyses of departmental budget estimates; participate in the development of preliminary and final City budgets.
• Assist in presenting and justifying the annual operating and revenues, departmental budget estimates, and capital improvement budgets to the City Council.
• Participate in budget conferences and make recommendations on budget requests.

In addition to the above duties, when assigned to other large Departments:

• Participate in the coordination of fiscal and analytical operations of the department, which may include, but are not limited to, the functions of budgeting, fiscal control, accounting, purchasing, personnel, grant preparation and analysis, contract administration, capital improvements, and computer operations.
• Participate in the preparation of the departmental budget; review, analyze, and compile budgets of various programs or divisions; explain needs and provide justifications for items; review and decide on expenditure requests and budget variances.
• Prepare departmental budget presentations for Department Head presentations to City officials and Council members.
• Assist in the analysis and review of rates; assist in development or revision of rate structures.
• Monitor and analyze federal and state legislation and regulatory actions.
• Participate in the development, review, and analysis of budgeted revenue estimates and fund sheets for preliminary and final budgets.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, finance, accounting or a closely related field. Additional professional experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Experience:

• One year of experience in governmental budgetary, finance, and revenue analysis and projections activities, preferably in municipal government.

Highly Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in observing past data trends and integrating various research and feedback to help develop future forecasts to assist engineering managers in their decision making.
• Strong analytical and verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to support a broad range of administrative activities and day-to-day functions that contribute to the successful operation of a department or work group.
• Demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and resilience, with the ability to quickly adjust to changing priorities and support evolving organizational needs.
• Advanced-level MS Excel proficiency (with data look-up, transformation and reference functions, and the ability to import data into Excel).
• Ability to type 45+ WPM to support meeting minutes, data entry, and other fast-paced administrative tasks.
• Familiarity with Oracle/UWAM and OneSolution, or similar work order or financial reporting software.
• Experience with the CIP budgeting cycle process

Selection Process:

Documents Required at the Time of Application: 1) Completed Employment Application 2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire 3) Resume and Letter of Interest

For general information on completing your on-line application, click here: Application Guide.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

Important Information on Scheduling Assessments:

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver's License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

Note: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

Educational Requirements:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

1. An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at Members – NACES or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at
2. An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.