Management Analyst I (Environmental Protection and Sustainability)

The Management Analyst I position at Baltimore County's Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability involves supporting the Capital Waterway Improvement Program and budget coordination. Duties include budget analysis, contract tracking, purchasing functions, and providing fiscal project management advice. Applicants need a bachelor's degree and must submit transcripts and licenses. The job is based in Towson, MD, requiring in-person attendance.
This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.
Pay Schedule VI, Grade 26, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week

A vacancy exists in the Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability, Finance and Administration Section.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach your transcript(s) and/or certification(s), license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.

Under general supervision, the Management Analyst I position at the Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability is a member of the Finance and Administration Section, specifically for the purpose of providing support to the complex implementation of the annual Capital Waterway Improvement Program and budget coordination across four groups in DEPS. The position will provide advanced administrative, fiscal, and analytical duties.
• Research and gathering of budgetary data, assist with budget formulation and execution, analyze expenses and source of funding usage, tracking and monitoring of Capital work and spending plans. Prepares comprehensive and analytical reports.
• Assist in the development, approval, and tracking of contracts (e.g. supplier and professional services), grants and agreements, BC Share, CARF and Signatures.
• Conducts purchasing functions such as requisitions, purchase orders, supplies and equipment. Facilitates Agency procurement of goods and services including coordination with staff to obtain essential purchasing details and required quotes, entering requisitions into the County Workday financial system, monitoring the progress of requisitions, troubleshooting procurement issues, etc. Communicate with the Purchasing Department (Buyers).
• Provides advice and guidance for fiscal capital project management.

Examples of Other Duties
• May supervise clerical or support personnel.
• May represent the department at meetings or on committees.
• Performs other related duties as required.
(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably in business administration, public administration, economics, or a related field.

(Experience involving the analysis and evaluation of budgets, systems, policies and procedures, organizations, and programs may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Entry Level)

Knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration.

Knowledge of current office practices, procedures, and systems.

Knowledge of English grammar and usage.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of budgeting and statistical data analysis.

Skill in the use of personal computers and office software products such as Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).

Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Ability to understand and apply Baltimore County and departmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Ability to research, analyze, and report on a variety of management issues.

Ability to formulate, execute, and control budgets.

Ability to perform statistical analysis of data.

Ability to administer grants and contracts.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Full Performance)

Knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Knowledge of County budgetary and purchasing processes, procedures, and methods.

Skill in researching, analyzing, and reporting on a variety of management issues.

Skill in formulating, executing, and controlling budgets.

Skill in performing statistical analysis of data.

Skill in administering grants and contracts.
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application by the closing date of the job posting.

Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org).

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Management Analyst I (Environmental Protection and Sustainability)
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s) and/or certification(s) / license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Qualified applicants will be assigned a rating based on an evaluation of their training and experience as submitted on their applications and supplemental questions. Applications should state clearly and completely for evaluation purposes the dates, duties, and responsibilities of past and present experience.
Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may involve occasional travel between work sites.

Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.