***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

This recruitment is only open to current classified employees in State service with at least six months of continuous, full-time equivalent service for the Department of Emergency Management. 

Management Analysts conduct studies, research, and examination of management and administrative areas such as agency operations, forms, policies and procedures, workflow, legislative analysis, management research, and statistical and informational analysis.

This position is with the Department of Emergency Management located in Carson City. This position may be filled in Carson City, Las Vegas or Elko. Under general direction of the Preparedness Portfolio Manager, demonstrate mastery of the Planning Practitioner Program, performing technically complex assignments critical to programmatic operations. Streamline complex, sensitive, and analytical planning program processes that involve planning, research, policy development, budgeting, and legislative drafting. Serve as first line supervisors for lower-level Management Analysts. Conduct a variety of studies, research and analysis of management and administrative areas such as budgeting and financial analysis; programmatic operations such as forms, policies and workflow; legislative analysis; management research; and statistical and informational analysis. Make recommendations and assist in or implement new or revised procedures and systems. Conduct financial, statistical or investigative studies; compile and analyze data; prepare and present reports summarizing study results; make recommendations regarding policies, procedures or future course of action, and the development of new programs. Plan, organize and coordinate the development and implementation of revised operating procedures for the planning program by analyzing workflow, space allocation, staffing and other factors to improve effectiveness and efficiency of programmatic operations; coordinate the development of new forms, work methods and automated systems used to process information related to the planning program. Participate in the preparation, monitoring and maintenance of the planning program budget by estimating future expenditure levels based on historical data; making projections for future costs; monitor fiscal transactions to ensure expenditures are in conformance with State and policies, regulations and budgetary limits; and develop comprehensive narrative and financial reports for presentation to management, commissions and boards, and other entities. Develop, monitor and review complex planning contracts and grants; recommend approval or modification to contracts based on governing laws and regulations. Review, write, revise and recommend administrative policies for the planning program; 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 planning program; inform management of possible implications; and recommend an appropriate course of action. Conduct activities designed to eliminate or reduce the probability of emergencies, prepare agencies and organizations to respond appropriately, and test emergency operations plans periodically in adherence to Nevada Revised Statute 414.040: written plans for the mitigation of, preparation for, response to, and recovery from emergencies and disasters; assist in the development of comprehensive, coordinated plans for emergency management by adopting an integrated process involving governmental entities, business and industry, volunteer organizations, and other interested persons; develop a written guide for the preparation and maintenance of emergency response plans to assist persons or governmental entities required to file such plans pursuant to NRS 239C.250, 239C.270, 388.243, 394.1687, or 463.790; annual review and revision of the guide, with posting on a publicly accessible Internet website on or before January 15 each year; provide a copy of the written guide developed to any person or governmental entity required to file a plan upon request.

Essential Qualifications

Three or more years of applicable experience as described in the job duties and graduation from high school or equivalent education.

Job Duties

1. Conduct research and analyze legislative implications.
2. Determine software application program needs or requirements.
3. Review and monitor contracts.
4. Make recommendations on policy and procedure improvements.
5. Provide recommendations to management regarding programs and/or work unit activities.
6. Prepare reports and correspondence.
7. Review, write, revise, and recommend administrative policies or procedures for the work unit and/or assigned programs.
8. Conduct statistical or investigative studies, compile and analyze data, and prepare and present reports summarizing study results and conclusions.
9. Develop, manage, review, and make recommendations on contracts and the contracting process.
10. 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.
11. Propose and draft legislation for the agency, provide testimony before legislative committees, and develop regulations from approved legislation.
12. Plan, organize, and coordinate the development and implementation of new or revised policies, procedures and/or work methods.
13. Analyze workflow, space allocation, staffing, and other factors to improve effectiveness and efficiency of operations.
14. Coordinate the development of new forms, work methods, and automated systems.
15. Design and conduct analytical, investigative, informational, statistical, and research studies related to various aspects of the agency's operations.
16. Make recommendations regarding the agency’s position on issues, future courses of action, and the development of new programs or services based upon study findings.
17. Perform statistical and informational analysis and prepare analytical, narrative, and statistical reports.
18. Function as the singular expert in their program or discipline area.
19. 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.

Knowledge of:

• Techniques of statistical analysis including data collection, evaluation, analysis, and manipulation; legislative proceedings and processes; government agencies, resources, and functions to locate and obtain needed information and/or resources; accepted practices and methods used in designing program reviews and audits.

Skill in:

• Developing computer generated reports.
• Organizing, developing, and making presentations.
• Mathematical and statistical computation and research and analysis techniques.
• Designing analytical research studies and identifying research needs and problems.
• Coordinating and implementing diverse work plans.

Ability to:

• Read and interpret technical reports, governmental publications, and federal directives; write comprehensive analytical, narrative, and statistical reports, recommendations, and legislative proposals.

 

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

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 

Supplemental Questions

01

Do you have three or more years of applicable experience as described in the job duties and graduation from high school or equivalent education?

• Yes
• No

02

This recruitment is only open to current classified employees in State service with at least six months of continuous, full-time equivalent service in the specified department. Are you a current employee of the Department of Emergency Management?

• Yes
• No

03

A valid Nevada drivers' license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Agency Information

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Website

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