Senior Management Analyst

Senior Management Analyst

The salary range for this position is $8,015.00 - $10,542.00 monthly.

Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for a Senior Management Analyst to join our dynamic, energetic, and innovative Business Services team. The successful candidate will be the lead financial position at Public Works, responsible for all financial, budgeting, procurement, and payroll functions of the department. This position is responsible for the design, preparation, and publication of the department's budget, related financial reports, and revenue forecasts. This position will be a member of the department's leadership team.

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develops and monitors the department's budget and reviews reports and statements for adherence to budget and legal requirements.
• Manages and oversees the Public Works financial and procurement teams, including evaluating the work of subordinate employees as necessary. Recommends selection of staff, establishes goals and objectives, evaluates performance, and takes corrective action or recommends disciplinary action when necessary.
• Leads and oversees the implementation and ongoing processes of the County's financial system, TC Connect, for the department and works closely with the Financial Services and Budget Office to provide feedback and to ensure compliance with all financial and legal requirements.
• Coordinates the Capital Improvement Program financial data for the department.
• Develops, analyzes, modifies, and updates manual and computerized financial models and programs; develops cash flow and fiscal impact models. Analyzes expenditure and cost data to identify problems and achieve better economy in operations.
• Oversees the preparation of special statistical, cost, and financial reporting; develops, analyzes, evaluates, and reports on cash flows, fiscal impacts and deferred revenue and other fund reserve designations. Provides financial research and analysis services, determines and applies research methods and analyzes and interprets cost accounting and financial data.

Essential Personnel: This position is considered to be an essential worker and may be required to work during non-business hours or closures in order to meet operational requirements and needs.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work Environment - Primarily in an office setting, however there may be an opportunity to work remotely on an occasional basis.
• Schedule - Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Workload demands may require work outside the assigned work hours.
• Travel Requirements - Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings or trainings.
• Customer Interactions - Daily interactions via phone, in-person, and video with Thurston County staff and the public.

WHO WE ARE:

The Thurston County Public Works Department, located in Olympia, Washington, is a national award-winning agency in delivering quality projects to our community. Our mission is to provide excellent public services in all areas of our business. We actively help our staff develop and grow professionally, we bring together resources across divisions to achieve organizational goals, we are always ready to respond to community needs, and we are an American Public Works Association accredited agency, consistently meeting industry best practices benchmarks.

Our Core Values:

• Accountability - We take responsibility for our actions and the resulting outcomes.
• Customer Service - We provide our customers with the highest level of service and quality.
• Innovation - We strive to continuously improve processes, performance, and results.
• Safety - We demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to safety.
• Teamwork - We work together toward achieving a common recognized end.

Mission - To provide excellent public services in all areas of our business.

Vision - The premier public works organization, accountable and transparent in all services we provide to our community.

Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values. Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage.

WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES:

• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual's lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paid holidays.
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program that allows full-time public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Why you'll love it here: Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington's South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmers markets, kids' activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com.

Message to potential applicants: We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position, and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related field. Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
• Six years of increasing responsible experience in analysis, design, forecasting, and planning of local government budgets, budget management, and support processes.
• Depending upon the hiring department, incumbents may be required to have two years of supervisory experience.
• Ability to utilize a personal computer and applicable software to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Graduate level course work in accounting or systems and/or possession of a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Washington.
• Knowledge of pertinent local, state, and federal laws.
• Ability to interpret policies and procedures and to analyze complex problems.
• Demonstrated ability to provide financial analysis for public service activities and projects.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and direct and prioritize the work of other employees.
• Demonstrated ability to design, implement and control complex accounting and financial systems.
• Knowledge of BARS (Budgeting Accounting Reporting System), GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and various reporting systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally. Ability to elicit cooperation, enthusiasm, solve conflicts and coordinate efforts smoothly amongst diverse participant members.

Items required for consideration:

• Application
• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Supplemental Questions