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Management Analyst (Engineering & Public Works)

VILLAGE OF SCHAUMBURG
Human Resources Department
101 Schaumburg Court
Schaumburg, IL 60193
http://www.schaumburg.com/
 
The Village of Schaumburg is a thriving community of 75,936 residents located 12 miles west of O’Hare International Airport and approximately 26 miles northwest of the City of Chicago. The community is the base of the second largest concentration of retail, office and commercial activity in the state of Illinois. Of special distinction, the village was recently named one of the "Top Ten Best Places to Live" by Money Magazine, is ranked No. 5 overall in WalletHub's "Best Illinois Cities for Jobs" and, for the fifth year in a row, received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting.
 
The village employs approximately 600 employees in a variety of departments within the organization, such as police, fire, public works, engineering, finance, human resources, cultural services, community development, information technology, and transportation. Our employees work to serve the residents and strive to make Schaumburg the best community it can be.
 
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:
Management Analyst (Engineering & Public Works) with an online application deadline of 04/11/2021.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Interviews will be conducted as applications are received.  
 
STARTING SALARY RANGE: $66,345.00 - $73,809.00 annually dependent on qualifications. The salary range for this position is $66,345.00 - $96,203.00.
 
Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
 
JOB SUMMARY:
This position is assigned administrative and management work designed to provide professional support to both the Assistant Director and Director of Engineering & Public Works. These assigned responsibilities will aid the Engineering & Public Works personnel in the development and ongoing administration of a variety of village programs and services, and in the management of related administrative functions as well as assist in the planning and/or execution of the administrative operations. This position will include a strong focus on assisting with asset management and data analytic initiatives.
 
This position assumes responsibility for assigned projects and will be required to analyze different approaches to projects and make recommendations and/or decisions on how to address and manage the project and related problems. Supports the Engineering & Public Works Department in planning, implementing, and reviewing a variety of operational functions, capital improvement projects and assisting with the Village’s asset management initiatives. The position will focus on the Department’s business intelligence including predictive analytics to accurately time proper operational and capital investments to drive efficiency, prioritize capital expenditures supporting Village strategies and focus on asset lifecycle costs. Additional responsibilities may also include assist departmental staff with technology hardware issues, assisting with or resolving resident complaints, and the preparation of materials for the village president, board of trustees, or advisory bodies of the village as directed.
 
To succeed in this role the ideal candidate will need to effectively communicate to a full range of people, be able to work cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals, and manage and prioritize multiple projects with thoroughness and accuracy. We are looking to add a team member motivated by success, someone capable of working towards achieving higher results and improved performance.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
  1. Master’s degree in public or business administration or closely related field.
  2. A minimum of two years of experience in a similar position in local government administration of related field, which shall have been at the level of administrative or management intern or higher.
  3. Proficiency with current computer software systems, including email, calendar programs, job specific software, and customer service systems preferred or within the first six months of employment. Knowledge of GIS software, Asset Management software and MUNIS financial software preferred.
Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and local government structure and services. Working knowledge of local government organizations, policies, and contracts. Knowledge of research and analysis methods, statistics, cost analysis, computer modeling and report presentation. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members at all organizational levels and the general public. Ability to learn and perform any specialized operations of the department and work accurately with figures and numbers. Ability to make decisions in accordance with established regulations, procedures or policy. Ability to make disposition of problems and exercise good judgment in handling controversial issues and situations in a courteous and tactful manner. Interpret and administer federal, state and local laws relating to municipal issues. Must possess considerable organizational skills to develop implementation plans and schedules for projects and other special assignments. kill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands. Considerable knowledge of sources of information related to problems of local government. Skill in conducting research, analyzing findings, writing clear and accurate reports, documents and correspondence. Ability to accomplish assigned administrative tasks with a minimum of supervision and with only general directions.
 
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  1. Necessity to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
  2. Extensive use of computers, video display, keyboards, and calculator.
  3. Prolonged periods of concentration, such as proof reading, figure work, comparison analysis, and data entry.
  4. A considerable amount of independence, with the ability to manage workload and immediacy, importance, and timeliness of certain projects.
  5. Ability to cope with numerous interruptions.
 
BENEFITS:
The Village of Schaumburg has a competitive benefit package which includes: flexible benefit Section 125 plan including health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, a retirement plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and more.
 
SELECTION PROCESS:
Candidate screening process may consist of an application review, skills testing, employability assessment, interviews, reference checks, and other job-related testing or verifications. Chosen candidates will be subject to a background and criminal history investigation, and qualifying pre-employment medical examination and drug screen.
 
THE VILLAGE OF SCHAUMBURG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER