Management Analyst II (Bureau of Transportation)

Salary: $56,893.00 - $65,082.00 Annually
Location : Towson, MD
Job Type: MERIT
Job Number: 01.179 01-24 Transportation
Department: PUBLIC WORKS: BUREAU OF TRANSPORTATION
Opening Date: 10/22/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.
Pay Schedule VI, Grade 29, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week
A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in 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)/degree(s) and professional license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of professional Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Examples of Duties
Job Purpose
Under general supervision, performs advanced professional fiscal, administrative, and analytical duties.
Essential Job Duties

• Formulates, executes, and controls large and comprehensive operating, capital and grant budgets.
• Analyzes expenses, revenues, and other budgetary data.
• Prepares, reviews, and analyzes budget requests, justifications, and related fiscal documents.
• Formulates budget proposals.
• Prepares and analyzes budget projections.
• Oversees the procurement of goods, services, supplies and equipment.
• Provides advice and guidance to agency staff regarding purchasing activities.
• Reviews, monitors, and authorizes expenditures.
• Authorizes purchase requests, requisitions, direct payments, and procurement card purchases.
• Leads, coordinates, and conducts administrative and management studies.
• Researches, analyzes, and reports on a variety of informational, operational, and management issues.
• Analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of policies, procedures, operations, and methods.
• Analyzes staffing requirements, work scheduling, equipment and facilities.
• Performs fiscal analyses of management proposals.
• Performs statistical analysis of data.
• Researches, writes, and presents comprehensive reports and memorandums.
• Prepares and processes contracts.
• Oversees the execution of contracts.
• Manages special service contracts with outside vendors.
• Administers grants.
• Prepares grant application submittals.
• Serves as liaison between the granter and the agency.
• Monitors expenditures to ensure they are in accordance with guidelines and appropriation balances.
• Leads, coordinates, and conducts special programs and projects.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates management informational systems.
• Processes securities for the department including Checks, Bonds and Letters of Credit.
• Assigns and monitors work flow to meet deadlines, provides quality control of employees' work product, and coordinates training and mentoring.

Examples of Other Duties
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.
Qualifications
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;
Plus
Two years' experience performing professional fiscal, administrative, and analytical duties.
Additional 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.
Education in business administration, public administration, or a related field beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of professional licenses, certifications and education 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.
Failure to submit proof of professional Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
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. ().
Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Management Analyst II - Transportation
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
You must attach your transcript(s)/degree(s) and professional license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment
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
Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees
Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.
Salary
Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance
General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.
Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.
Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.
Health Insurance
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
Life Insurance
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.
Paid Leave
Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.
Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Personal Leave
Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave
Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.
Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.
Educational Assistance
70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.
Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.
Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.
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The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. If you cite experience in your response that is not included on the Work History section of this application, your application may be considered incomplete and you may not receive further consideration for this position. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

02
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 this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

• I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

03
Are you currently a merit (full-time), non-merit (part-time), or temporary employee of the Baltimore County General Government?Employees of Baltimore County Public Schools, Baltimore County Public Library, Baltimore County's court systems or Baltimore County Community College and employees of temporary services used by the County are not considered employees of the Baltimore County General Government.

• Yes
• No

04
The position you are applying for requires proof of education and/or licenses beyond high school in order to qualify. You must submit this proof as instructed on the job posting. If you do not submit the transcript(s) or license(s) by the closing date, your application will not be considered further.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

05
Select the option that best describes your level of educational and experience.You must attach proof of education to the application.

• Master's degree in business administration, public administration, economics, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, economics, or a related field; plus two (2) years' experience performing professional fiscal, administrative, and analytical duties.
• Associate of Arts degree in business administration, public administration, economics, or a related field; plus four (4) years' experience performing professional fiscal, administrative, and analytical duties.
• High School Diploma or an appropriate equivalent plus six (6) years' experience performing professional fiscal, administrative, and analytical duties.
• I do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience.

06
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "I do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.
07
Which of the following best describes your experience developing and managing operating budgets?

• I have contributed to the development of an operating budget although I have not had responsibility for the overall budget.
• I have had responsibility for developing and managing an operating budget for a section, bureau, or an operating unit within an agency.
• I have had agency-level responsibility for developing and managing an operating budget.
• I do not have any experience as listed above.

08
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "I do not have any experience as listed above" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.
09
Which of the following best describes your experience managing databases related to tracking budgets, grants, and/or workloads?

• I have worked with databases related to tracking budgets, grants, and/or workloads; although, I have not developed or had responsibility for managing the databases.
• I have developed and managed databases related to tracking budgets, grants, and/or workloads.
• I do not have any experience as listed above.

10
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "I do not have any experience as listed above" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.
11
Select the option that best describes your experience using Microsoft Excel or other spreadsheet software.

• Create and modify spreadsheets and formulas, format spreadsheets, and enter and update data.
• Modify formulas, format spreadsheets, enter and update data in existing spreadsheets.
• Enter or update data in existing spreadsheets.
• I do not have any experience as listed above.

12
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "I do not have any experience as listed above" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.
13
Select the option that best describes your experience using Microsoft Word or other word processing software.

• Create, format, modify, merge, track changes to and print text documents, outlines, tables, charts, labels, envelopes, forms and other documents.
• Create, format, modify and print letters and other text documents.
• I do not have any experience as listed above.

14
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "I do not have any experience as listed above" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.
15
Select the budget tasks for which you have had responsibility. Select all that apply. Be sure this information is listed in the work history/experience section of the application.

• Researching and gathering budgetary data.
• Preparing budget projections.
• Preparing budget requests, justifications and related documents.
• Monitoring budget expenditures.
• Participating in the formulation, execution, and control of a budget.
• Maintaining automated purchasing and financial systems.
• I do not have any experience as listed above.

16
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "I do not have any experience as listed above" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.
17
Select the tasks for which you have had responsibility in the management of grants. Check all that apply. Be sure this information is listed in the work history/experience section of the application.

• Locating new sources of grant funding.
• Developing grant proposals.
• Monitoring compliance to a grant.
• Tracking spending history of a grant.
• Coordinating the documentation and approval process.
• Explaining the requirements of a grant to those who are awarded monies.
• I do not have any experience as listed above.

18
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "I do not have any experience as listed above" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.
19
Select the tasks for you which you have had responsibility in the procurement of goods, services, supplies or equipment. Check all that apply. Be sure this information is listed in the work history/experience section of the application.

• Preparing and processing contracts.
• Maintaining automated purchasing systems.
• Providing advice or guidance regarding procurement decisions.
• Reviewing purchase requests, requisitions, or direct payments.
• Monitoring procurement card purchases.
• I do not have any experience as listed above.

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Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "I do not have any experience listed above" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.
21
Do you have work experience with the preparation of complex financial reports?

• Yes
• No

22
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.
23
Do you have supervisory experience? Supervision means that you have experience administering disciplinary actions and conducting performance evaluations. Your supervisory experience must be on a consistent basis.

• Yes
• No

24
Provide your job title, the name of the Baltimore County agency or other employer for whom you do or did this work, and the beginning and ending dates of your experience, using a month/year format. This work experience must appear on your application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.
25
Do you have experience representing an agency head at meetings with outside groups?

• Yes
• No

26
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.
27
Positions in this classification handle very sensitive and confidential information. Mishandling and/or communication of this sensitive and confidential information will result in termination of employment.Are you willing and able to accept this condition of employment?

• Yes
• No

28
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may involve travel between work sites. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?

• Yes
• No

29
Are you willing to work in a position that requires travel between work sites using your personal transportation? A mileage allowance, set by Baltimore County Policy, shall be paid to County employees who use their privately-owned vehicles for official County travel necessary to carry out the required or authorized duties of their positions.Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?

• Yes
• No

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Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?

• Yes
• No

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I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information, visit click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

Required Question