Management Analyst - City of Lakeland

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS

This is a professional position responsible for preparing and managing major departmental activities, including strategic planning, budget, and position management. Work requires the exercise of independent judgment within established policies and procedures and is performed under the supervision of the Office of Innovation & Strategy Supervisor. Work is reviewed through reports, observations, and obtained results.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

• Develops an understanding of city departments and their business processes and challenges to serve as an effective department advocate.
• Assists in the facilitation of the Strategic Planning Process including:
  • Creating, gathering, reviewing, and distributing strategic plan document updates
  • Coordinating the Strategic Planning Retreat
• Collaborates with departments to develop, track, and analyze performance data.
• Participates in the creation, distribution, and marketing of the annual community survey.
• Gathers information to identify best practices and innovative ways to provide City services.
• Assists in the facilitation of the Budget Development Process including:
  • Coordinating the Commission Budget Workshop
  • Creating, gathering, reviewing, and distributing budget-related documents
  • Assisting departments throughout the Program Modification Process
• Participates in the creation and distribution of the annual budget document.
• Monitors adherence to the adopted position count.
• Documents procedures and prepares presentations as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned and/or related work as required.
• May be required to work alternate hours, as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• Attends City Commission meetings when necessary.
• Co-facilitator of an efficiency, cost-benefit, and/or process improvement analysis.
• May identify grant opportunities, assist with grant applications, and /or assist with grant management.
• Performs other duties as assigned and/or related work as required.
• Position may be designated as Mission Critical by Department Director.