Associate Management Analyst in Phoenix, Arizona at Valley Metro

Purpose of Role:
Support data use through the facilitation of quality control, analysis, and reporting.
Education and/or Experience
Associate’s degree in business administration, public administration, finance, or a related field, and two (2) years of experience in:

• Data collection and analysis, report preparation, project coordination, budget tracking, or other analytical support functions
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to the selection process

Licensing/Certification Requirements:
A valid Arizona Driver's License with an acceptable driving record upon hire.
The following functions are intended to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of this position and are not an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed.

• Monitor multiple databases and data flow across multiple platforms and networks; provide application support; verify accuracy of data; and design and maintain reports.
• Conduct research, summarize findings and develop data-driven recommendations; prepare a variety of reports and correspondence related to projects, studies and program data; map business processes and provide policy analysis; and review and revise policies and procedures as necessary.
• Manage projects including attending project-related meetings and monitoring schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate and train staff and contractors on navigating databases to conduct research, perform data queries and produce reports.
• Perform quality assurance and quality control verification of monthly service data and contractor invoicing and facilitate payment approval.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Required Knowledge & Skills:
Knowledge of:

• Basic data quality assurance and quality control processes
• Introductory report design and data visualization methodologies
• Data flow across platforms and networks
• Research summarization and policy analysis theories
• Project coordination and schedule monitoring procedures
• Fundamental database navigation and query design practices
• Contractor invoice verification and payment approval processes
• Using a computer and related software

Skill in:

• Monitoring databases and data accuracy
• Conducting research and summarizing findings
• Preparing reports and correspondence
• Coordinating and training staff on database use
• Performing quality assurance verifications
• Coordinating project schedules and budgets
• Facilitating efforts between teams
• Communication and interpersonal skills to exchange information and receive work direction

Work is performed in a typical office setting with routine use of standard office equipment. This role is sedentary requiring the physical exertion of up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

This role typically requires sitting, handling, fine dexterity, visual acuity, hearing, speaking, walking, standing, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, twisting, foot controls, time pressure, tedious or exacting work, changing of tasks, multi-tasking, irregular work schedule/overtime and working with others on a team.

Valley Metro is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.