Management Analyst III - Department of Corrections

Pay Schedule XII, Grade 2M

A vacancy exists in the Department of Corrections.

This position is located inside a correctional facility.

Job duties of this position will be performed in a fully operational correctional facility, which may include direct inmate contact and all other inherent hazards.

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 experiences 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 and supervisory professional fiscal, administrative, and analytical duties. Supervises administrative staff.

Essential Job Duties

• Reports directly to the Deputy Director of Corrections.
• Supervises professional and support staff.
• Plans, assigns, coordinates, and reviews the work of employees performing accounting, clerical, purchasing, budgeting, and other administrative functions.
• Leads, coordinates and conducts special programs and projects.
• Formulates, executes, and controls operating, capital, and grant budgets.
• Analyzes agency and program expenses, revenues, and other fiscal and budgetary data.
• Prepares and reviews budget requests, justifications, and related fiscal documents.
• Formulates budget proposals.
• Supervises the preparation of quarterly and annual budget projections.
• Reviews, monitors and authorizes expenditures.
• Supervises the procurement of goods, services, supplies, and equipment.
• Reviews and authorizes purchase requests and requisitions.
• Provides advice and guidance to staff regarding agency purchasing.
• Supervises, coordinates, and conducts administrative and management studies.
• Researches, analyzes, and reports on a variety of informational, operational, management and personnel issues.
• Analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of agency policies, rules, operations, and methods.
• Analyzes agency staffing requirements, work scheduling, equipment and facilities.
• Performs fiscal analyses of management proposals.
• Prepares and presents comprehensive reports and memorandums.
• Administers grants. Prepares grant application submittals.
• Serves as a liaison between the granter and the agency.
• Monitors grant expenditures to ensure they are in accordance with guidelines and appropriation balances.
• Prepares and processes contracts.
• Supervises the execution of contracts and the billing of contractors.
• Manages special service contracts with outside vendors.
• Coordinates facilities maintenance, repair, and other agency support service activities.
• Represents the department at meetings or on committees.

Qualifications

Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree, preferably in business administration, public administration, economics, or a related field;
Plus
Four 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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level)

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of budgeting and statistical analysis.
• Knowledge of current office practices, procedures, and systems.
• Good knowledge of English grammar and usage.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and office software packages.
• Skill in formulating, executing, and controlling budgets.
• Skill in analyzing expenses, revenues and other budgetary data.
• Skill in researching, analyzing, and reporting on management issues.
• Skill in performing fiscal analyses of proposals.
• Skill in performing statistical analysis of data.
• Skill in administering contracts and grants.
• Skill in leading, coordinating, and conducting special projects.
• Ability to supervise staff.
• Ability to supervise agency administrative functions.
• Ability to supervise special programs and projects.
• Some positions in this classification may be subject to comprehensive background investigations.

• Knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of County budgetary and purchasing processes, procedures, and methods.
• Skill in supervising staff.
• Skill in supervising agency administrative functions.
• Skill in supervising special programs and projects.

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. (www.WES.org)
Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Management Analyst III-Corrections
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.

Job duties of this position will be performed in a fully operational correctional facility, which may include direct inmate contact and all other inherent hazards.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification 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.