Management Analyst II

Management Analyst II

East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) invites qualified applicants to apply for a Management Analyst II position. The current opportunity is in the Office of Budget and Performance (OBP) within the Finance Department; however, this list may be used for future recruitments for the same classification. Within OBP, the Management Analyst II is a lead for budget development for one or more departments and is a lead contributor to other work, including coordination of the District's strategic plan and key performance indicators, centralized grant coordination, and District-wide research and innovation. The Office's entire portfolio is done in close collaboration with all departments, requiring relationship-building and knowledge-gathering as key capacities. The eight-member team is collaborative and they work closely together, while the role also requires a high degree of analytic independence.

Under direction, the Management Analyst II performs difficult to complex analytical work in support of the District's budget, financial and strategic planning, and organizational performance efforts. This role is responsible for owning major components of the biennial operating budget and Capital Improvement Program (CIP), while also leading analytical work that informs strategic decision-making across assigned departments and on District-wide issues.

Working with a high degree of independence, the Management Analyst II applies sound judgment in selecting analytical approaches, evaluating alternatives, and developing recommendations. Analysts serve as primary contacts for their assigned departments, providing training on core financial concepts, recommending courses of action, and communicating decisions. As a key partner to assigned departments, analysts build strong working relationships, develop a solid understanding of operational needs, and provide proactive, data-informed guidance. They must learn and be able to communicate complicated financial topics in ways that make sense to department contacts without experience in budget or financial planning.

This position includes expectations of initiative, accountability, and consistent delivery of high-quality analytical work that supports both near-term decisions and long-term organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Budget Development & Financial Planning

• Owns major components of the District's biennial operating budget and ten-year CIP, including planning, development, and coordination with assigned departments.

• Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates departmental budget requests for accuracy, justification, and alignment with organizational priorities and makes recommendations on the requests.

• Monitors budget performance throughout the biennial budget; identifies variances, trends, and risks; and recommends and implements appropriate responses.

• Develops forecasts, financial models, and scenario analyses to support decision-making and long-term financial planning.

Department Partnership & Advisory Role

• Serves as a primary budget and analytical partner to assigned departments, building strong, trust-based working relationships.

• Develops a solid understanding of departmental operations, priorities, and constraints in order to provide relevant and actionable recommendations.

• Advises supervisors and managers on budget, financial, and operational issues, helping translate data into clear insights and decisions.

• Engages proactively with departments to identify issues, opportunities, and improvements, rather than responding only to requests.

Analytical & Strategic Work

• Conducts complex analyses related to budget, financial performance, organizational effectiveness, and operational issues.

• Designs and applies appropriate analytical methods (e.g., cost analysis, trend analysis, scenario modeling, benchmarking) to evaluate alternatives and recommend solutions.

• Supports strategic planning efforts, including development and monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs), performance tracking, and organizational reporting.

• Contributes to cross-functional initiatives related to research and innovation, process improvement, and data-driven decision-making.

Reporting, Communication & Influence

• Prepares clear, concise, and accurate reports, presentations, and memoranda for management and other stakeholders.

• Communicates analytical findings, assumptions, and recommendations effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Presents recommendations and participates in discussions with managers, supervisors, and other stakeholders, often in situations requiring explanation, influence, and sound judgment.

Coordination & Project Delivery

• Plans, organizes, and delivers analytical projects and assignments with minimal direction, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes.

• Coordinates work across departments and with other analysts, ensuring alignment and consistency in approach.

• Balances multiple priorities and deadlines, adjusting as needed to meet organizational needs.

The ideal candidate is a high-performing analyst who:

• Takes ownership of their work and follows through to completion.

• Thinks critically and challenges assumptions to improve outcomes.

• Engages proactively with stakeholders rather than waiting for direction.

• Builds strong relationships and operates as a trusted partner to assigned departments.

• Demonstrates curiosity, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Focuses on delivering results that are accurate, actionable, and aligned with organizational goals.

Has knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of public sector budgeting, financial planning, and budget administration.

• Analytical methods and techniques used in financial, operational, and organizational analysis.

• Data gathering and research methods, including both quantitative and qualitative approaches to collecting information.

• Methods for presenting data and analysis clearly (e.g., charts, tables, written summaries).

• Relevant laws, regulations, and policies affecting public sector financial management.

• Standard business software applications (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and their use in analysis and reporting.

• Preference for existing or transferable experience with cloud financial systems (e.g., Oracle Fusion Cloud, Oracle Cloud EPM Planning) used for budget development, monitoring, and reporting.

• Preference for existing experience with data preparation, cleaning, analysis, and/or visualization methods and applications (e.g., PowerBI, Python, SQL, Tableau).

• Process improvement or innovation management methods or methodologies.

Has ability to:

• Analyze complex financial, operational, and organizational data and develop sound, well-supported recommendations.

• Exercise independent judgment in selecting methodologies, evaluating alternatives, and making recommendations.

• Plan, organize, and manage multiple assignments and priorities with minimal supervision.

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with personnel at all organizational levels, including through clear instruction, effective persuasion, and collaboration.

• Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to translate complex analysis into understandable insights.

• Coordinate work across departments and facilitate progress on cross-functional efforts.

• Prepare complete, accurate, and well-organized reports, presentations, and correspondence.

• Maintain effective working relationships with personnel at all organizational levels in situations requiring instruction, persuasion, and negotiation.

Flexible/hybrid work from home schedule may be available for some positions in this job classification.

The salary range is $11,590 per month increasing to $12,170, $12,779, and $13,418 after 6, 18, and 30 months, respectively.

EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity (including transgender status), gender expression, marital or registered domestic partnership status, age for individuals age forty or older, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental or physical), medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veterans status, family or medical leave status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical condition), pregnancy disability leave status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and other categories protected by federal, state and/or local laws.

Requirements

1. Completion of four years of college, resulting in graduation or its equivalent, with major work in business or public administration or a directly related field.

2. Two years of professional experience in administrative, management, budgetary, or systems analyses.

A master's degree in business or public administration or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of experience.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. To be considered under the "equivalent combination of education and experience" provision, it is your responsibility to include in your application materials written evidence of employment performed at the level of the typical duties of this position and/or coursework in subject areas directly related to this position. For more information, see our FAQ page at

The Selection Process

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