Department: Zero Carbon Energy Solutions

Location: Sacramento, CA, US, 95817-1899

Category:

Minimum Pay Rate: $92,788.80

Maximum Pay Rate: $122,948.80

Civil Service Status: Civil Service

Apply by Date: 01/15/2026

Posting Type: Open

Hiring Manager: Kristy McKeen

Join SMUD's dynamic Grants Team where you will play a pivotal role in advancing our ambitious Zero Carbon Plan and sustainability priorities. As the nation's sixth-largest community-owned, not-for-profit electric utility, SMUD is committed to achieving absolute zero carbon emissions. Grant funding is essential to transforming this bold vision into reality. The Grants Team spearheads the pursuit and management of funding awards across key areas, including clean energy, grid resilience, transportation electrification, and equity-focused community initiatives, working cross-functionally with nearly every business unit in the organization.

At SMUD, the Management Analyst classification encompasses a broad range of responsibilities that vary depending on department and organizational needs. This position is embedded in our Grants Team, where your primary focus will be supporting the pursuit and management of critical grant funding. Candidates for this position will be primarily evaluated based on their experience and skills related to grant management for awards secured by SMUD.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Management Analyst with strong budget management and advanced spreadsheet skills to support grant administration activities. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of federal and state government departments and their processes, including relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks. Experience in report writing and grant management is highly valued, and we seek candidates with a well-rounded skill set that integrates these competencies.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical capabilities, a comprehensive understanding of government procedures, and the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams. Key responsibilities include monitoring grant compliance, refining project scopes, preparing detailed reports, and facilitating clear communication among internal departments and external partners.

If you thrive in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment and are eager to contribute to a meaningful regional impact, we encourage you to apply and be part of shaping Sacramento's clean energy future.

Purpose

Performs administrative, analytical, and/or technical functions and serves as a project lead supporting assigned operations and management/supervisory staff in an assigned department to ensure efficient department functioning and achievement of department results and goals.

Nature and Scope

This classification is comprised of two levels: Level "E" is the entry-level where incumbents are provided formal training and/or certification for progression to the journey-level of the classification. The incumbent is promoted/progressed to the journey level "J" upon successful completion of all training and/or certification requirements for the classification. Incumbents hired at the entry-level are required to successfully progress to the journey-level within 18 to 60 months, depending on the length of the training and/or certification program. If an employee is unsuccessful with progressing to the journey-level they will return to last class held or separate from SMUD.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provides administrative, analytical, and technical support to assigned management staff to ensure manager’s time for non-routine management obligations; researches, drafts, and prepares various written materials including correspondence, memoranda, draft and final versions of departmental directives or procedures, and reports for internal/external distribution; ensures that all correspondence, reports, policy responses, and processes meet SMUD policy, procedural, and quality requirements.
Enhances department efficiency through consistently informing department management staff of changes to SMUD policies, regulations, and programs; reads, researches, analyzes, and provides information or recommendations on SMUD policies, procedures, and programs; maintains related departmental archives and manuals for staff reference.
Provides support in budget preparation and administration to ensure the department operates within budget and complies with SMUD policies, procedures, and quality standards; coordinates and/or participates in various phases of the budget preparation process; assists the department manager and unit heads in documenting budget assumptions and justification; coordinates and participates in the gathering and analysis of data; prepares budget reports and exhibits; participates in ongoing monitoring of expenses, analysis of budget variance, and reporting of budget status.
Coordinates and participates in the timely completion of analytical and administrative tasks and activities to ensure efficient department organization and functioning and responsiveness to SMUD and external policies, regulations, and requests for information; oversees the preparation of documents and compilation of data for internal and external use; performs studies of work or business processes; provides administrative support and coordination of specific business processes and department efforts; coordinates review and approval of internal control documents by department and SMUD entities; evaluates, analyzes, and reports results of processes and findings of studies; negotiates changes in or commitments to business processes or agreements; disseminates information and responds to requests for information in a timely manner; makes recommendations for new or changes to existing programs or processes.
Coordinates activities with and serves as department liaison to the Personnel/Human Resources department; works with Personnel/Human Resources staff in all phases of staffing, affirmative action, performance reviews, and staff development processes; participates in coordinating department and SMUD events for employees and recruitment purposes; prepares position requests, staffing reports, and documentation of assignments; explains complicated personnel transactions to management.

Duties and Responsibilities Cont.

Coordinates activities with and acts as department liaison to other SMUD departments including support departments; works with other department staff in developing and forecasting unit requirements for services; arranges and coordinates delivery of services; monitors service level agreements; serves as departmental representative to support unit projects; explains complicated or unusual issues to management.
Performs analysis and administrative tasks to ensure the department meets established schedule and operation goals; assists the department manager in preparing and administering departmental action plans, business plans, short- and long-term goal statements, and performance targets and metrics; participates in gathering materials and data; drafts process and productivity improvement plans; compiles reports and statistical data; documents and tracks business processes and work methods; drafts documents for SMUD review and approval processes; monitors and generates periodic reports of department results in achievement of goals.
Prepares departmental administrative and analytical information in presentation format to ensure that SMUD reporting is accurate and timely and meets established guidelines and standards; prepares oral and written presentation materials for the department manager and staff to present business cases, results of studies, reports of department planning, budget status, and related reports to SMUD Board of Director’s, Board committee meetings, General Manager and executive management.
Supports the overall achievement and completion of department projects; assists in planning, reviewing and conducting work activities and researching required project information associated with department internal/external projects in accordance with established task objectives and schedule as outlined in the project plan/contract.
Arranges and schedules department staff training as well as attendance at conferences and seminars for enhancing staff skills.
Coordinates and administers departmental involvement in and commitment to SMUD programs including safety and disaster recovery.
Performs related duties as required.

Required Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Required Experience Qualifications

3 to 5 years of progressively responsible professional administrative experience including experience coordinating and performing analytical and administrative processes, drafting business correspondence and reports, planning and performing data compilation and reporting, performing accounting or financial analysis, coordinating budgetary processes, coordinating processes with other staff and departments, personnel administration, and/or organizational evaluation and management.

Knowledge Of

Methods and techniques for report preparation and writing; techniques and practices for problem research and resolution; SMUD policies, procedures, applicable MOUs, and other special agreements; SMUD organization and internal structure; methods and techniques for record keeping; principles, procedures, and practices related to personnel management; statistical principles and practices; research and surveying techniques and methods; principles and practices for contract management; public and business administrative practices; budgeting techniques, processes, and methods; principles and practices used in the development and application of performance measures; principles, procedures, and practices related to process improvement; project management principles and practices; document control and business control methods; safety policies, practices, and procedures; standard operating procedures for modern office equipment including a computer and applicable software; English grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary standards.

Skills To

Coordinate the work of the function or unit with other SMUD entities, utilities, and government agencies; develop and implement new and revised policies and procedures to provide for the effective operation of the area of responsibility; read and understand complex and/or technical data; compile and prepare technical, statistical, and/or analytical reports and presentations; analyze problems and make recommendations for resolution; analyze situations, documents, and data for conformance to established policy and procedures; gather data from appropriate sources and identify relevant factors; interpret, clarify, understand, and analyze verbal/written information and ideas; assist in budget preparation and administration; follow and ensure that others follow safety policies, practices, and procedures; serve as reference person for other employees; select and use mathematics and the appropriate methods or formulas to solve problems; add, subtract, multiply or divide quickly and accurately; use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems; apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense; assist in project plan and schedule development; establish priorities and coordinate activities; schedule and prioritize work assignments to meet expected timeframes; handle complaints and requests from customer owners to their satisfaction; utilize a personal computer and/or computer terminal, systems, and software relevant to the job; communicate effectively orally and in writing internally/externally; establish and maintain effective working relationships internally/externally.

Desirable Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in public administration, business, finance, environmental policy, or a related field.
3 or more years' experience managing or supporting grant-funded projects in the public or non-profit sector.
Direct knowledge and experience with Federal and State grant application, compliance, and reporting processes.
3 or more years' experience in accounting, tracking budget, forecasting expenditures, and management of financial records.
3 or more years' experience demonstrating strong written communication skills, evidenced by the preparation of grant proposals, reports, or presentations tailored to diverse audiences.
Knowledge of legislative, regulatory, and funding programs relevant to clean energy, sustainability, or utility operations.
3 or more years' experience coordinating and facilitating collaboration among multidisciplinary teams and/or external partners.
3 or more years' experience utilizing database management systems or other tools for grant tracking and reporting.
Ability to analyze policies, recommend improvements, and implement innovative processes in grant administration.

Required Licenses/Certificates

Valid California Drivers License may be required for some positions.

Physical Requirements

Applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) - Who We Are

As the nation's sixth-largest community-owned electric service provider, we're proud of our reputation as one of the best places to work in Sacramento. Our employees tell us in our engagement surveys they're "Happy, satisfied and engaged" which helps create a workplace that best serves our customers. Sacramento was named as the 2nd happiest place to work in America by Forbes Magazine. Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the world-renowned Napa Valley are within easy driving distance of our locations.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

SMUD celebrates diversity, and inspires an inclusive culture based on trust and respect to create belonging and connection among our employees, customers, and communities. By working together, we are powering positive, equitable opportunities for all. We aspire to be a workplace where you can be yourself, achieve your best, and thrive together.

An example of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is when SMUD signed the California Equal Pay Pledge in 2020. This requires equal pay for employees who perform “substantially similar work,” when viewed as a composite of skill, effort, and responsibility at the time those employees started within that classification. As such, initial hiring salary range is not subject to negotiation and salaries will vary over time based on performance.

SMUD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual qualifications, merit, and business needs and interests.

Why Sacramento, California?

The capitol of California, Sacramento is the state's sixth-largest city, and the 35th largest in the U.S. Local universities include California State University, University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law, and the University of California, Davis and several competitive community colleges. The UC Davis Medical Center, a world-renowned research hospital, is one of more than a dozen hospitals and shared services centers in the Sacramento region. Part of the agriculturally-rich Central Valley, Sacramento is at the forefront of the farm-to-fork food movement. Northern California is home to some of the country's top technology companies, including Google and LinkedIn, and a multitude of startups in many industries. Sacramento is home to the NBA Kings, the River Cats (AAA baseball), the Republic FC (soccer) and the San Francisco Giants, NBA Warriors and NFL 49er's aren't far away. Sacramento offers an affluent liberal arts community with Broadway, Mondavi Center, Crocker Museum and summer musical theater to name a few.

Hybrid Work

This position may be eligible for SMUD's hybrid (office/home) work employee benefit, the schedule of which will be determined by the successful candidate and the Hiring Manager. SMUD takes pride in powering the Sacramento region community where we live and work. We value the strong working relationships we develop with our colleagues. Our approach to hybrid work will continue to evolve. Please be aware that should SMUD’s business needs change, emergencies occur, or various other reasons arise, you may be required to report onsite on a part-time or full-time basis.

CalPERS

SMUD is a CalPERS agency. As a member of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS), SMUD offers eligible employees access to a defined benefit pension plan along with other valuable retirement and health benefits. This program helps provide financial security both during your career and after retirement. To learn more about CalPERS and the benefits it offers, please visit www.calpers.ca.gov.

SMUD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. SMUD complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

SMUD expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of SMUD employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Req ID: 2656

Sacramento Municipal Utility District

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