Management Analyst III

We are searching for a Management Analyst III to conduct comprehensive reviews and study Statewide Classification & Compensation processes, systems, data administration, reporting and policies & procedures. This position will propose recommendations and implement changes to increase efficiencies within the unit and statewide. Examples of primary responsibilities will include: leading and directing various special projects and management studies, analyzing and evaluating data to determine goals/objectives of projects, scope of projects, project design/timeline, and reporting. This position will review and analyze performance metrics, volume and workloads, as well as statewide processes, policies, procedures and systems to make recommendations for efficiencies such as new processes, forms, procedures, or approaches. In addition, this position will review internal and external training needs, propose training improvements, and facilitate training as needed. This position will also be responsible for conducting job analysis, researching and analyzing all relevant material and using the results to provide written recommendations for job classification/compensation requests.

Selective Requirements must be met in addition to the job requirements.  Applicants who do not possess the selective requirement will not be qualified.

• Six months experience retrieving and formatting data extracted from multiple databases using Advanced Microsoft Excel including building and using pivot tables, using the sort/filter functionality, v-lookups, and developing formulas.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Interviews agency staff, observes work processes and gathers data relating to operational and managerial practices and procedures for use in evaluating services provided and/or determining compliance to goals and objectives.  
• Reviews, performs statistical analysis and interpretation of collected data relating to policies, procedures, organization, managerial and operational practices; Defines and may make recommendations for correcting problems.  
• Analyzes data gathered and develops solutions or alternative methods of proceeding.  
• Analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of operations in meeting established goals and objectives.  
• Provides technical assistance in understanding and developing management objectives and controls for resolution of issues and concerns.  
• Studies pertinent background material such as legislation, administrative orders and regulations.  
• Makes recommendations for and assists in the implementation of new techniques or procedures to improve methods of operations, strengthen controls, and effectively utilize resources.  
• Documents findings of studies and prepares recommendations for implementation of new systems, procedures, or organizational changes. 
• May supervise administrative support and/or paraprofessional staff.  Supervision is exercised over at least two or more merit full time positions per the Merit Rules. The elements of supervision include planning, assigning, reviewing, evaluating, coaching, training, recommending hire/fire and discipline.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Management Analyst III 
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Three years' experience in conducting studies which includes evaluating operations, programs, services, policies and procedures to determine efficiency, effectiveness, whether goals and objectives are met and compliance with laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
2. Three years' experience in descriptive statistics such as the mean, median, mode or standard deviation.
3. Three years' experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.   
4. Six months' experience in designing studies which includes determining study goals and objectives, information needed, data sources, sampling and collection methods.
5. Six months' experience in making recommendations for continuation or changes to operations, programs, services, policies or procedures based on findings.
6. Six months' experience in narrative report writing.
7. Knowledge of inferential statistics such as correlation, t-tests, f-tests or analysis of variance.

The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Telework and Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware’s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview. 

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.