MANAGEMENT ANALYST 3

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

Job Summary

Management Analysts conduct a variety of studies, research and analysis of management and administrative areas such as budgeting and financial analysis (versus bookkeeping); departmental operations such as forms, policies and workflow; legislative analysis; management research; and statistical and informational analysis. Incumbents make recommendations and assist in or implement new or revised procedures and systems.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration, finance, social sciences, mathematics or related field and three years of professional experience in the research, development, evaluation or revision of programs, organizations, methods or procedures; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration, finance, social sciences, mathematics or related field and three years of professional experience which included budgeting, accounting, and/or economic or management analysis and projections; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and five years of professional experience as described above; OR one year of experience as a Management Analyst II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Job Duties

This position works in collaboration with the Budget Team to ensure appropriate funding availability. Also actively communicates and responds to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) inquiries and distributes reports. This position monitors Federal and State funded projects and maintains Federal aid apportionments and balances. The Management Analyst 3 works with project managers to ensure final vouchers are completed, monitors spreadsheets required for determining funding opportunities and balances, and updates desk manuals as needed.

Conduct and/or assist in conducting financial, statistical or investigative studies; compile and analyze data; prepare and present reports summarizing study results/conclusions; may make recommendations regarding policies, procedures, the department’s position on issues or future course of action, and the development of new programs or services based upon study findings.

Plan, organize and coordinate the development and implementation of revised operating procedures/methods for the work unit by analyzing work flow, space allocation, staffing and other factors to improve effectiveness and efficiency of operations; coordinate the development of new forms, work methods and automated systems used to process information related to assigned programs.

Participate in the preparation, monitoring and maintenance of the work unit’s biennial budget and/or program budget(s) by estimating future expenditure levels based on historical data; making projections for future costs; preparing and presenting the budget and/or justifications to the Legislature; monitor fiscal transactions to ensure expenditures are in conformance with State and department policies, regulations and budgetary limits; and developing comprehensive narrative and financial reports for presentation to management, commissions and other entities.

Develop, monitor and review complex contracts and grants; recommend approval or modification to contracts based on governing laws and regulations. Review, write, revise and recommend administrative policies for the work unit and/or programs; issue oral and written directives in the form of policy statements and manuals; prepare correspondence.

Review, monitor and research bills submitted to the Legislature impacting the work unit; inform management of possible implications; and recommend an appropriate course of action.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.

Working knowledge of: techniques of statistical analysis including data collection, evaluation, analysis, financial statements and manipulation; accounting, auditing, financial reporting and/or research/statistical methods and techniques.

General knowledge of: legislative proceedings and processes; government agencies, resources and functions sufficient to locate and obtain needed information and/or resources, accepted practices and methods used in designing program reviews and audits.

Ability to: read, interpret, and apply complex rules and regulations for various funding sources; read and interpret technical reports, governmental publications and federal directives; write comprehensive reports, recommendations and legislative proposals using correct English grammar, spelling, vocabulary and punctuation.

Skill in: developing computer generated reports; and organizing, developing and making oral presentations; advanced level financial analysis, planning, preparation and administration; advanced mathematical and statistical computation; designing analytical research studies; identifying research needs and problems; coordinating and implementing diverse work plans; advanced research and analysis techniques.

RECRUITER CONTACT INFORMATION: Jon Terrazas at kburke@dot.nv.gov

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP) .
  
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
  
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
  
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
  
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) . Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication .
  
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program .
  
• No Nevada state income tax.
  
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
  
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
  

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU) .

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF) .

*** State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The following are legal holidays:

January 1.............................................. New Year's Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans' Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

Closing Date/Time: 2/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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