New Job Op/Mgmt Analyst Principal In Mississippi

OP/MGMT Analyst Principal
OP/MGMT Analyst Principal

OP/MGMT Analyst Principal

Company : Mississippi State Personnel Board
Salary : $38,652 a year
Location : Mississippi

Full Description

This is administrative work conducting projects which involves planning, evaluation, operational auditing, financial and management analysis, applied research, and related areas. This level is distinguished from the Senior Analyst level by the increased supervisory responsibilities; the size, scope, and impact of the projects to which assigned; the specialized knowledge or skill required for job performance; and the wider latitude given for independent action.
Examples of Work: Examples of work performed in this classification include, but are not limited to, the following:

Coordinates multiple projects and assignments requiring specialized skills and knowledge and involving personnel from a number of organizational levels or disciplines.

Consults with administrators, program directors, and staff at all levels concerning planning, evaluation, management and analytical techniques, and their application.

Makes decisions based on guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Establishes project objectives; determines data collection and analysis procedures; and develops work plan and time tables to meet deadlines.

Identifies operational problems in administrative or program policies and procedures.

Makes oral and written reports containing findings and recommendation; assists in implementing solutions.

Interacts with governmental agencies, elected public officials, private organizations, and the general public in executing project assignments.

Assigns and reviews projects and provides technical assistance and general supervision to Operations/Management staff according to priorities and plans established by an administrative superior.

Assists in identifying staff and budget needs for established comprehensive programming factors.

Assesses consistency and progress of programmatic achievements in light of stated goals and objectives; identifies potential areas of weakness which may adversely affect operating, supportive, and service delivery capabilities of the agency.

Consults with organizational units within the department concerning new or modified management and/or operating policies and procedures which might be required by federal, state, and departmental directives, laws, or regulations.

Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: These minimum qualifications have been agreed upon by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in this job class and are based upon a job analysis and the essential functions. However, if a candidate believes he/she is qualified for the job although he/she does not have the minimum qualifications set forth below, he/she may request special consideration through substitution of related education and experience, demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Any request to substitute related education or experience for minimum qualifications must be addressed to the Mississippi State Personnel Board in writing, identifying the related education and experience which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform all essential functions of the position.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Education:
A Master's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university;

AND

Experience:
Four (4) years of experience related to the described duties.

OR

Education:
A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university;

AND

Experience:
Five (5) years of experience related to the described duties.

OR

Education:
Graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED or High School Equivalency Diploma);

AND

Experience:
Nine (9) years of experience related to the described duties.
Substitution Statement:

Above graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED or High School Equivalency Diploma), related education and related experience may be substituted on an equal basis.

Essential Functions: Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring agency. The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Manages the activities and operation of a special projects area for a state agency, which may require management of multiple projects.

2. Interacts and/or consults with a variety of individuals which includes agency personnel, state and local officials, other state agencies, outside professionals, and/or the general public.

3. Prepares and delivers oral and written reports.

4. May supervise Operations/Management staff.