MANAGEMENT ANALYST 1

The Department of Public Safety is recruiting to fill a Management Analyst 1 position within the Director’s Office in Carson City. The incumbent oversees the research and preparation of complex payroll adjustments; manages repayment of overpayments; develops and revises payroll administrative directions and policies and procedures; trains and supervises payroll clerks performing payroll functions to include interviewing staff, preparing employee evaluations, and developing work performance standards; audits and reviews work of staff for technical accuracy and conformance with established payroll policies and procedures; develops and revises procedures as needed to ensure compliance with federal and state laws; and interprets policies and procedures. One or more years of applicable experience as described in the job duties and graduation from high school or equivalent education. Conduct research and analyze legislative implications. Determine software application program needs or requirements. Review and monitor contracts. Make recommendations on policy and procedure improvements. Provide recommendations to management regarding programs and/or work unit activities. Prepare reports and correspondence. Perform related duties as assigned. Knowledge of: Research and analysis techniques and methodologies; management and administration concepts, principles, and practices; evaluating, developing, and recommending administrative and/or operational policies and procedures. Skill in: Interpersonal and communication, both verbal and written. Use and operation of office and job-related equipment and software. Ability to: Compose business correspondence and reports; analyze information, problems, or practices to identify relevant concerns, identify patterns, tendencies, and relationships, and formulate logical conclusions.