Management Analyst II (Budget & Performance) (Temporary)

East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) invites qualified applicants to apply for a Management Analyst II temporary position (up to six months) in the Office of Budget and Performance within the Finance Division. The Management Analyst II is responsible for overall budget development for the entire district, coordinating the District's strategic plan and key performance indicators, support centralized grant coordination, and supporting research and innovation efforts across the District. The Office's entire portfolio is done in close collaboration with all departments, requiring relationship-building and knowledge-gathering as key capacities. The eight-member team is collaborative, while the role also expects a high degree of analytic independence.

Under direction, the Management Analyst II performs difficult to complex analytical work in support of the District's budget, financial and strategic planning, and organizational performance efforts. This role is responsible for owning major components of the biennial operating budget and Capital Improvement Program (CIP), while also leading analytical work that informs strategic decision-making across assigned departments and on District-wide issues.

Working with a high degree of independence, the Management Analyst II applies sound judgment in selecting analytical approaches, evaluating alternatives, and developing recommendations. The role serves as a key partner to assigned departments - building strong working relationships, developing a deep understanding of operational needs, and providing proactive, data-informed guidance.

This position includes expectations of initiative, accountability, and consistent delivery of high-quality analytical work that supports both near-term decisions and long-term organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Budget Development & Financial Planning

*Owns major components of the District's biennial operating budget and ten-year CIP, including planning, development, and coordination with assigned departments.

*Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates departmental budget requests for accuracy, justification, and alignment with organizational priorities and makes recommendations on the requests.

*Monitors budget performance throughout the biennial budget; identifies variances, trends, and risks; and recommends and implements appropriate responses.

*Develops forecasts, financial models, and scenario analyses to support decision-making and long-term financial planning.

Department Partnership & Advisory Role

*Serves as a primary budget and analytical partner to assigned departments, building strong, trust-based working relationships.

*Develops a deep understanding of departmental operations, priorities, and constraints in order to provide relevant and actionable recommendations.

*Advises supervisors and managers on budget, financial, and operational issues, helping translate data into clear insights and decisions.

*Engages proactively with departments to identify issues, opportunities, and improvements, rather than responding only to requests.

Analytical & Strategic Work

*Conducts complex analyses related to budget, financial performance, organizational effectiveness, and operational issues.

*Designs and applies appropriate analytical methods (e.g., cost analysis, trend analysis, scenario modeling, benchmarking) to evaluate alternatives and recommend solutions.

*Supports strategic planning efforts, including development and monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs), performance tracking, and organizational reporting.

*Contributes to cross-functional initiatives related to research and innovation, process improvement, and data-driven decision-making.

Reporting, Communication & Influence

*Prepares clear, concise, and accurate reports, presentations, and memoranda for management and other stakeholders.

*Communicates analytical findings, assumptions, and recommendations effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

*Presents recommendations and participates in discussions with managers, supervisors, and other stakeholders, often in situations requiring explanation, influence, and sound judgment.

Coordination & Project Delivery

*Plans, organizes, and delivers analytical projects and assignments with minimal direction, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes.

*Coordinates work across departments and with other analysts, ensuring alignment and consistency in approach.

*Balances multiple priorities and deadlines, adjusting as needed to meet organizational needs.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a high-performing analyst who:

*Takes ownership of their work and follows through to completion.

*Thinks critically and challenges assumptions to improve outcomes.

*Engages proactively with stakeholders rather than waiting for direction.

*Builds strong relationships and operates as a trusted partner to assigned departments.

*Demonstrates curiosity, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

*Focuses on delivering results that are accurate, actionable, and aligned with organizational goals.

Has knowledge of

*Principles and practices of public sector budgeting, financial planning, and budget administration.

*Analytical methods and techniques used in financial, operational, and organizational analysis.

*Data gathering and research methods, including both quantitative and qualitative approaches to collecting information.

*Methods for presenting data and analysis clearly (e.g., charts, tables, written summaries).

*Relevant laws, regulations, and policies affecting public sector financial management.

*Standard business software applications (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and their use in analysis and reporting.

*Preference for existing or transferable experience with cloud financial systems (e.g., Oracle Fusion Cloud, Oracle Cloud EPM Planning) used for budget development, monitoring, and reporting.

*Preference for existing experience with data preparation, cleaning, analysis, and/or visualization methods and applications (e.g., PowerBI, Python, SQL, Tableau).

*Process improvement or innovation management methods or methodologies.

Has ability to

*Analyze complex financial, operational, and organizational data and develop sound, well-supported recommendations.

*Exercise independent judgment in selecting methodologies, evaluating alternatives, and making recommendations.

*Plan, organize, and manage multiple assignments and priorities with minimal supervision.

*Build and maintain effective working relationships with personnel at all organizational levels, including through clear instruction, effective persuasion, and collaboration.

*Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to translate complex analysis into understandable insights.

*Coordinate work across departments and facilitate progress on cross-functional efforts.

*Prepare complete, accurate, and well-organized reports, presentations, and correspondence.

*Maintain effective working relationships with personnel at all organizational levels in situations requiring instruction, persuasion, and negotiation.

1. Completion of four years of college, resulting in graduation or its equivalent, with major work in business or public administration or a directly related field.

2. Two years of professional experience in administrative, management, budgetary, or systems analyses.

A master's degree in business or public administration or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of experience.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. To be considered under the "equivalent combination of education and experience" provision, it is your responsibility to include in your application materials written evidence of employment performed at the level of the typical duties of this position and/or coursework in subject areas directly related to this position. For more information, see our FAQ page at http://www.ebmud.com/jobs/job-resources/job-faqs-frequently-asked-questions/.

While we understand that applicants may use various tools to support the preparation of their materials, responses that appear to be primarily generated by AI tools, without meaningful personalization or demonstration of the applicant's own qualifications, may result in disqualification from the selection process.

1. Submit a completed EBMUD application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.ebmud.com by 4:30 p.m., Friday, May 22, 2026. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted.

2. Candidates must achieve a passing score on each test part in order to advance to the next step in the selection process.

3. All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, with those candidates demonstrating the strongest qualifications for the position to be invited to a panel interview.

4. Successful candidates will be placed on the hiring list, based on rank, for further consideration to fill the current regular vacancy, as well as others occurring over the next 12 to 24 months.

5. The probation period for this position is 12 months. For those holding civil service status the probation period is 6 months.

6. All employment offers are conditional, pending the results of a Live Scan background screening. All selected finalists must participate in the Live Scan background screening process to remain in consideration for EBMUD employment.

As the first step in the selection process, responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted online with the regular EBMUD application. Please provide thorough, accurate descriptions of assignments you have personally performed. Should you respond with comments such as "see application" or "see resume" instead of addressing the questions directly, your application may not be considered.