Management Analyst II (Grants Analyst)

Under the direction of the Manager of Budget, the Management Analyst II (Grants Analyst) is responsible for supporting the acquisition and management of grants for existing and new projects. This position involves identifying and promoting grant opportunities, drafting and supporting grant proposals, organizing grants training for departments, and monitoring and reporting on grant activities. The role also includes elements of core budget work, ensuring financial stability and accountability within the utility.

Examples of Duties:

*Identifying and promoting grant opportunities to support existing and new projects.

*Drafting grant proposals and providing support to department staff in writing grant applications.

*Organizing and conducting grant-related training sessions for various departments to enhance their understanding and ability to secure grants and then comply with grant terms.

*Monitoring, reviewing, and providing comprehensive reporting on grant activities, ensuring compliance with both internal and grantor requirements.

*Assisting in redeveloping grants policies and procedures and work with others to ensure efficient and effective grants processes.

*Collaborating with the Principal Management Analysts in the Office of Budget and Performance to identify projects suitable for grant funding.

*Supporting the implementation and maintenance of grants management software, if used.

*Assisting in the development and administration of East Bay Municipal Utility District's (EBMUD's) biennial budget, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and financial stability.

*Providing strategic financial analysis and recommendations to support informed decision-making.

*Preparing and presenting budget reports, forecasts, and financial analyses to senior management.

*Assisting with special projects related to grants, budgets, financial analyses, and process improvement.

*Ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards related to grants and financial management.

*Staying current with advancements in grants management and financial practices, applying best practices and innovative solutions to improve operations.

The ideal candidate for this position will:

*Act proactively to solve problems when they encounter them.

*Be willing to engage in innovative thinking and questioning assumptions.

*Learn fast and be curious and engaged.

*Be adaptable and agile in their approach to their work.

*Focus on results and making progress on major tasks.

Knowledge of:

*Advanced data gathering techniques and analytic methods.

*Moderate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

*Strategies and best practices for securing and managing funding opportunities.

*Methods for planning, tracking, and overseeing financial resources.

*Approaches to analyzing financial data and projecting future trends.

*Guidelines, regulations, and standards that impact financial and funding management.

*Research methods, including obtaining information from sources both formal (e.g., government regulations) and informal (e.g., interviews or networking with others in the field).

Ability to:

*Support growth in a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

*Analyze complex financial data and develop actionable insights and recommendations.

*Communicate effectively with senior management, department staff, and other stakeholders.

*Build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders.

*Manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.

*Identify relevant grant opportunities and distinguish those which are not relevant to the organization.

*Draft and support grant proposals and applications.

*Organize and conduct effective grant-related training sessions.

*Monitor and report on grant activities, ensuring compliance with requirements.

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

The salary range is $10,937 per month increasing to $11,484, $12,058, and $12,661 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.

1.A bachelor's degree, 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 http://www.ebmud.com/jobs/job-resources/job-faqs-frequently-asked-questions/.

1.Submit a completed EBMUD application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.ebmud.com by 4:30 p.m., Friday, March 21, 2025. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted.

2.Candidates must achieve a passing score on each test part in order to advance to the next step in the selection process.

3.All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, with those candidates receiving a passing score to be invited to a panel interview.

4.Successful candidates will be placed on the hiring list, based on rank, for further consideration to fill the current regular vacancy, as well as others occurring over the next 12 to 24 months.

5.The probation period for this position is 12 months. For those holding civil service status the probation period is 6 months.

6.All employment offers are conditional, pending the results of a Live Scan background screening. All selected finalists must participate in the Live Scan background screening process to remain in consideration for EBMUD employment.

As the first step in the selection process, responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted online with the regular EBMUD application. Please provide thorough, accurate descriptions of assignments you have personally performed. Should you respond with comments such as "see application" or "see resume" instead of addressing the questions directly, your application may not be considered.