Management Analyst II - Hybrid/Remote
Code: 0393
033001381
Pay Grade: 24 $51,688.00 - $72,467.20 annually
Open: November 14, 2024
Close: December 2, 2024
This position provides oversight of the Maine Department of Corrections’ purchasing and requisition processes in keeping with established standards, including purchase-card (P-Card) tracking, a new purchase order (PO) process, and tracking standards. This position will work to identify goals, monitor fiscal activities and compliance, and identify and report information to the management team. This is a hybrid-remote opportunity based out of Augusta with statewide travel required on occasion.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
· Eight (8) years of education, training, and/or experience analyzing, evaluating, and/or developing improvements to organizational and/or managerial systems, programs, and practices.
Responsibilities:
- Gathers and organizes information on departmental issues in order to increase improved communication, cost containment, and time and efficiency savings.
- Plans and organizes ongoing procurement data and documentation and makes recommendations regarding modification or organizational processes in order to provide efficient operations.
- Executes the procurement of items needed for Central Office, including data entry of delivery orders.
- Plans and organizes studies of work and organizational problems including duplication, communication, information flow, inventory control, cost containment, and integrated service delivery in order to develop and maintain efficient and economical operations.
- Analyzes data gathered, develops information and documentation, and considers solutions or alternative methods of proceeding in order to recommend organizational and system changes and modifications.
- Installs new systems, confers with and trains agency staff, and conducts operational effectiveness reviews in order to ensure smooth system implementation and functioning.
- Develops and updates manuals in order to outline performance methods, organizational policies and procedures, and system operations.
- Implements, administers, and complies with human resource laws, policies, procedures, and practices, including AA/EEO, recruitment, employment, performance appraisals, training, discipline, contract administration, and employee safety in order to ensure the fair and equal treatment of subordinate employees.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of public administration, organization, workflow, personnel management, and financial procedures.
- Knowledge of data collection and interpretation methods and techniques.
- Knowledge of the organizational and staffing structures in state agencies and departments.
- Knowledge of human resources programs and services.
- Knowledge of methods and techniques of analysis, work simplification, and forms and records control. Knowledge of the methods and techniques of establishing work standards.
- Knowledge of information management systems.
- Ability to gather, assemble, calculate, and analyze facts and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to analyze and interpret laws, rules, and regulations.
- Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to write clearly and effectively.
- Ability to develop recommendations for the revision or repeal of laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; and the implementation of new systems and organizations.
State of Maine Benefits
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
- Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 96 hours of accrued of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
- Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State: https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/benefits/som-health-plan/premium-rates.
- Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements. https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/benefits/health-premium-credit
- Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
- Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 19% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
- Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.
- Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program. https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/benefits/living-resources
- Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act: https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-employees/rules-policies/policy-practices-manual/Employee-Rights-and-Responsibilities-Federal.
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
- Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness: https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.