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Environmental Planner (Associate Environmental Planner) Valley Water Salary: $124,259.20 - $159,057.60 Annually Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 01842-E Location: CA, CA Department: Watersheds Stewardship and Planning Closing: 12/9/2024 11:59 PM Pacific Description Valley Water is searching for top-tier candidates to fill this exciting opportunity. Internal candidates will get first consideration. Overview: Would you like to join a special district working on meaningful community projects that ensure safe, clean water supply, and protect natural environments in the heart of Santa Clara County? Do you have specialized skills or experience that could be applied to a rewarding career in environmental planning and natural resource permitting? Are you versed in the fundamentals of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and/or National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) document preparation or regulatory compliance? If so, consider expanding your environmental planning career as an Associate Environmental Planner for Valley Water. Valley Water is seeking an Associate Environmental Planner who will support development and execution of plans, programs, and/or projects in water supply, water utility, flood protection, and watershed stewardship. This is a journey-level environmental planning position that will perform a variety of professional duties relative to assisting project teams in planning, design, and construction phases. They will guide teams through impact avoidance and minimization, and coordinate and prepare environmental documents compliant with both CEQA and NEPA. Positions will also guide teams through the process of obtaining and implementing applicable natural resource agency permit requirements, including development of appropriate mitigation, application preparation, strategic negotiation, and environmental compliance monitoring and reporting. Environmental Planners can look forward to working on a broad range of projects spanning creek and bay rehabilitation, wetland creation, public safety, flood protection, imported water, water treatment and conveyance system upgrade, and cutting-edge public-private partnerships. Successful candidates will join teams working on projects such as: • San Francisco Bay Shoreline Protection • Calabazas Creek Bank Rehabilitation • Guadalupe River Flood Protection • Pipeline Reliability and Maintenance Program • Water Utility Infrastructure • Water Supply and Transfers Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Work collaboratively on teams with engineers, biologists, and other technical specialists, as well as consultants, to develop project elements, identify potential environmental impacts, and evaluate opportunities to avoid or minimize impacts. • Provide advice and guidance to project teams regarding the level of CEQA and NEPA documentation required. • Oversee and carry out the appropriate CEQA process approved through internal decision memoranda, including exemptions, Negative Declarations (ND), Mitigated Negative Declarations (MND), Environmental Impact Reports (EIR), and related public notices; assist with developing project descriptions; solicit input from responsible and trustee agencies; identify potential significant adverse and beneficial impacts; identify alternatives. • Support natural resource agency permitting and regulatory compliance efforts through conducting background research, assisting in development of permitting and mitigation strategies, preparing submittals, coordinating with environmental regulators, negotiating the need for permits and permit conditions, and tracking and managing the permit acquisition and compliance processes. • Serve as a liaison with internal staff and external parties on input and questions pertaining to the environmental aspects of the project or activity; receive and respond to written comments from agencies and the public; plan logistics, including the setup of scoping meetings; prepare meeting materials; moderate public hearings; collect verbal comments as necessary; and incorporate and address comments in CEQA documents. • Assist in consultant management to promote high quality contract work products; monitor progress and maintain close contact during development of work products; review work products. • Support environmental compliance monitoring of project activities. Ideal Candidate's Background Includes: The successful candidate will be an environmental project manager who understands the importance of resilience and adaptability and has an in-depth knowledge of CEQA and NEPA, along with federal, state, and regional permitting regulations and processes. This position demands strong organizational skills with strategic and analytical thinking. The ideal candidate will lead with a positive attitude, possess strong written and verbal communication skills, and build positive working relationships with others. Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills are essential for this role, as is a customer-service-oriented mindset. We are open to considering journey-level candidates as well as candidates who have professional experience in another specialty (i.e., air quality, biology, cultural resources, noise, transportation/traffic, water resources, construction management, or closely related engineering field) and can demonstrate that they have transferable skills and experience. Ideal Experience: • Five (5) years of experience performing professional-level responsibilities as an environmental planner. • Experience involving the evaluation of the impact of proposed public works or capital projects or facilities on the community and the environment. • Preparation of CEQA/NEPA documents and/or successful regulatory permit negotiation and acquisition on complex projects, ideally for water infrastructure and/or environmental restoration. Ideal Skills and Abilities: • Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. • Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations. • Assess, mitigate, monitor, and report environmental elements and impacts; evaluate thresholds of significance. • Research and evaluate studies, reports, papers, and related literature used in the field of environmental planning. • Set priorities and exercise sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines. • Public speaking and presentation skills. Ideal Knowledge: • Working knowledge of the CEQA and/or NEPA processes as it relates to the planning, design, and construction of infrastructure projects. • Methods and techniques of scientific research, analysis, and reporting used in the field of environmental planning. • Methods and techniques of environmental impact assessment, mitigation, monitoring, and reporting. • Principles and practices of project management, including planning, organizing, scheduling, and controlling budget. • Federal, state, and regional permitting regulations, laws, processes, and practices applied in environmental planning and natural resource management, including but not limited to: Clean Water Act, Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act, California Fish and Game Code, Federal and California Endangered Species Acts, and National Historic Preservation Act. • Specialist in key aspect of environmental planning and analysis, such as: air quality, biological resources, cultural resources, geology and soils, hydrology and water quality, noise, and vibration, and/or traffic and transportation. Ideal Training and Education: • Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in environmental studies, ecology, environmental planning, city and regional planning, land use planning, environmental science, natural resources management, geography, biology, chemistry, or a related field. • A Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in environmental studies, environmental planning, city and regional planning, environmental science, natural resources management, geography or related field is not required but may substitute for two (2) years of environmental planning experience. • Professional certification in a relevant field or subject matter is ideal but not required and may substitute for a year of environmental planning experience. This may include, but is not limited to, certification as an: AICP Certified Environmental Planner, AICP Certified Planner, AICP Certified Transportation Planner, Professional Wildlife Biologist, or other certification provided by the state of California, or a nationally recognized professional organization related to environmental planning. Our Commitment: Racial equity, diversity and inclusion are integral to Valley Water. We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity, contributes to inclusion, and strengthens belonging by broadening our perspective and collective understanding of the world around us to accomplish our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.About Valley Water: Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San Jose, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community. Required License or Certificate Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. To review the Classification Specification, please click https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/valleywater.org.us-west-1/s3fs-public/Environmental%20Planner%20Ast%20I-II-Asc%20-%205-2019.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/ Environmental Planning Unit (Position Code 1087) Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite. Selection Process (1) The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, application assessment, performance exercise, written exercise and/or interview. (2) The Employment Application, Qualifying Information Questions and/or Supplemental Questions will be evaluated based on the ideal candidate criteria listed above. Resumes are highly recommended. NOTE: Position and start date is subject to availability of funds. Valley Water retains the right to repost this position as deemed necessary. Consideration may be given to existing applicant pools within the same classification. Valley Water's Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Policy is available for review upon request. Valley Water will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources in advance of any special needs by calling 408-630-2260. Please be aware that once submitted all application materials become the property of Valley Water and will not be returned. Human Resources staff are not authorized to make copies of application materials for applicants. To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/5832992

Grants and Claims Unit Manager Valley Water Salary: $173,513.60 - $221,603.20 Annually Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 01841-E Location: CA, CA Department: Financial Planning and Management Services Closing: 12/6/2024 11:59 PM Pacific Description Overview: Are you a strategic leader with a passion for securing and managing funding for impactful projects? As the Grants and Claims Unit Manager at Valley Water, you'll oversee all phases of grant acquisition, compliance, and reimbursement, playing a critical role in driving funding success for capital improvement projects in water infrastructure, flood protection, and stream stewardship. You'll lead a dynamic team, collaborating with internal departments-such as Planning, Procurement, and Legal-and external partners, including consultants and government agencies, to align grant opportunities with Valley Water's mission and strategic goals. In this role, you'll be responsible for identifying and securing local, state, and federal funding, guiding project-to-grant matching, and managing application submissions. You'll also ensure compliance with grant requirements post-award, oversee timely reimbursements, and lead the implementation of advanced grants management software to enhance operations. If you're ready to make a difference and advance funding for critical community projects, we'd love to hear from you! Our Commitment: Racial equity, diversity and inclusion are integral to Valley Water. We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity, contributes to inclusion, and strengthens belonging by broadening our perspective and collective understanding of the world around us to accomplish our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship. About Valley Water: Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San Jose, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community. Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Research and identify local, state, and federal grant opportunities that align with the agency's projects and strategic goals, such as water infrastructure, sustainability, conservation, and environmental protection. • Develop and implement a grant acquisition strategy to maximize funding opportunities, working closely with agency leadership to align grants with agency priorities. • Lead the preparation and submission of grant applications, ensuring proposals are comprehensive, well-organized, and comply with funding requirements. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., engineering, finance, planning) to gather necessary data, financials, and project details to strengthen applications. • Coordinate with internal stakeholders, such as finance, legal, engineering, and project management teams, as well as external partners like consultants and government agencies, to support grant planning and implementation. • Serve as the primary liaison between the agency and funding organizations, maintaining effective communication and addressing any requirements or inquiries. • Oversee post-award grant management, ensuring adherence to grant terms and conditions, and maintaining accurate records of expenditures and progress. • Prepare and submit all required grant reports, including progress updates, financial reporting, and performance outcomes, to comply with funding agency requirements. • Conduct regular audits and reviews of grant-funded projects to ensure compliance with both internal and external policies and guidelines. • Manage timelines and tasks for grant submissions, ensuring all deadlines are met. • Recommend and establish policies that streamline grant management activities and improve agency readiness for future funding opportunities. Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below. Ideal Experience: • Grants Management Experience: At least 5 years of experience in grants management, including writing, managing, and reporting on grants. • Supervisory experience: At least a minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience of staff. • Project Management Experience: Experience in managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring they meet goals and timelines, particularly in the water sector • Nonprofit or Government Experience: Experience working in a nonprofit or government agency focused on environmental, or water resource management is highly desirable. • Stakeholder Engagement: Experience working with diverse stakeholders, including community groups, government agencies, and private sector partners. Ideal Skills and Abilities: • Grant Writing: Proficiency in writing clear, compelling, and compliant grant proposals. • Budgeting: Ability to create and manage detailed budgets for projects. • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with stakeholders, team members, and funding agencies. • Research: Ability to research and identify potential funding sources and understand their requirements. • Compliance: Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to grants and funding. • Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data and assess the effectiveness of funded projects. • Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with productivity software such as Microsoft Excel, project management tools, and grant management software. Ideal Knowledge: • Grants Management Lifecycle: Understanding of the entire grants management process, including pre-award, award, and post-award phases. • Federal and State Regulations: Knowledge of the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (2 CFR Part 200) and other relevant regulations. • Environmental and Water Resource Management: Familiarity with water distribution, water utility, flood protection, and stream stewardship projects. • Financial Management: Understanding of financial reporting, auditing, and internal controls. For a Grants Manager position, especially one focused on funding capital improvement projects for water infrastructure, the following software skills are essential: Software Skills • Microsoft Office Suite: Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook for document creation, data analysis, presentations, and communication. • Grant Management Software (GMS): Familiarity with software like Salesforce, Blackbaud, Amplifund, eCivis or other grant management systems used for tracking and managing grants. • Customer Relationship Management (CRM): Experience with CRM software to manage relationships with stakeholders, donors, and funding agencies. • Project Management Tools: Knowledge of tools like Projectmates, Microsoft Project, Trello, Smartsheets, or Asana for planning, executing, and monitoring projects. • Financial Software: Experience with financial software such as Vena, Infor, QuickBooks or Oracle Financials for budgeting and financial reporting. • Data Analysis Tools: Proficiency in tools like MS Power BI, SPSS, Excel, or Tableau for analyzing data and generating reports. • Statistical Software: Familiarity with statistical software for evaluating project outcomes and impact. • Document Management Systems: Experience with systems like SharePoint or Egnyte for organizing and storing documents.These software skills will help the Grants Manager efficiently handle the various aspects of their role, from writing proposals to managing budgets and reporting on project outcomes. Ideal Training and Education: • Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in finance, accounting, economics, business or public administration, or a related field. • Master's degree is ideal. A master's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field can be beneficial for career advancement. • Other certifications in government project management, or specific trainings related to grants management is a plus. Required License or Certificate Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. To review the Classification Specification, please click https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/valleywater.org.us-west-1/s3fs-public/JD%20Grants%20and%20Claims%20Manager%2009-2023.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/ Grants, Compliance, and Claims Management Unit (Position Code 1049)Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite. Selection Process (1) The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, application assessment, performance exercise, written exercise and/or interview. (2) The Employment Application, Qualifying Information Questions and/or Supplemental Questions will be evaluated based on the ideal candidate criteria listed above. Resumes are highly recommended. NOTE: Position and start date is subject to availability of funds. Valley Water retains the right to repost this position as deemed necessary. Consideration may be given to existing applicant pools within the same classification. Valley Water's Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Policy is available for review upon request. Valley Water will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources in advance of any special needs by calling 408-630-2260. Please be aware that once submitted all application materials become the property of Valley Water and will not be returned. Human Resources staff are not authorized to make copies of application materials for applicants. 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IT Business Analyst (Senior Management Analyst) Valley Water Salary: $133,806.40 - $171,350.40 Annually Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 01834-E Location: CA, CA Department: Information Technology Closing: 11/3/2024 11:59 PM Pacific Description Valley Water is searching for top-tier candidates to fill this exciting opportunity. Internal candidates will get first consideration. Overview: Valley Water is seeking an experienced IT Analyst to support a wide range of technology projects under the IT Program Management Office (PMO). This role focuses on analyzing and enhancing operational efficiency, both through new technology initiatives and by leveraging existing systems in innovative ways. With the Library Services Unit transitioning to new electronic document management systems (EDMS), new Valley Water-wide enterprise applications, and the TIU driving innovation across the organization this position will ensure that these initiatives align with Valley Water's operational goals and strategic priorities. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background, capable of evaluating business processes, making recommendations for improvements, and supporting the implementation of technology solutions across various departments. Our Commitment: Racial equity, diversity and inclusion are integral to Valley Water. We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity, contributes to inclusion, and strengthens belonging by broadening our perspective and collective understanding of the world around us to accomplish our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship. About Valley Water: Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San Jose, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community. Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Records & Library Services Projects: • Provide analytical support for the transition to electronic document management systems (EDMS) and other records modernization efforts. • Collaborate with the Records & Library Services Unit to analyze current processes and recommend improvements, ensuring compliance with file retention policies and archival standards. Technical Innovation Unit (TIU) Projects: • Support innovation-driven projects initiated by the TIU, performing feasibility studies, evaluating potential technologies, and recommending process improvements. • Conduct analyses of emerging technologies to assess their potential benefits for various departments and ensure alignment with Valley Water's strategic goals. Other IT Functions: • Provide business process improvement recommendations for Valley Water's broader IT projects, assisting with requirement gathering and evaluating project impacts. • Collaborate with departments throughout Valley Water to document and streamline processes, ensuring that new technologies are used effectively to improve operational efficiency. • Perform financial and operational analyses to evaluate project costs, impacts, and long-term benefits across all project areas. • Develop reports, presentations, and briefings for management to provide insights into process improvements, technology opportunities, and project outcomes. • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations that affect the Records & Library Services Unit, TIU, and IT projects. • Provide training and support to staff in adopting new processes and technologies. • Conduct in-depth analyses of current business processes and identify opportunities for improvement, including the innovative use of existing technology. • Support technology projects by gathering and analyzing requirements, developing recommendations, and conducting feasibility studies. • Collaborate with different business units to document and refine processes, ensuring alignment with district goals and operational standards. Ideal Candidate's Background Includes: Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below. Ideal Experience: • Five (5) years of experience in systems analysis, development, or software implementations. • Experience eliciting requirements, evaluating, selecting, and implementing various technology solutions. • Experience reviewing application portfolio to ensure technology solutions are properly utilized and leveraged across the organization. • Business analysis experience with technology solution implementations. Ideal Skills and Abilities: • Experience working in a technology-focused environment, particularly in IT systems, enterprise applications, or business process improvement projects. • Knowledge of public sector technology infrastructure, regulatory requirements, and best practices. • Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions and provide recommendations for leveraging technology to improve operations. • Familiarity with budgeting and financial reporting related to IT systems or technology initiatives. • Experience with data integration, reporting tools, and process automation. • Strong communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across technical and non-technical teams. • Familiarity with enterprise systems such as ERP, HRIS, or other large-scale software implementations. Ideal Knowledge: • Ability to perform responsible and complex analytical work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative. • Experience coordinating and participating in budgeting and financial reporting activities. • Proficiency in performing both quantitative and qualitative analyses to evaluate projects, programs, and activities. • Understanding of public administration principles, budget preparation, and control, as well as operational policies and procedures. • Ability to independently plan and conduct management, financial, administrative, and operational studies. • Ability to quickly understand complex processes and data flows, along with a knack for learning new software and technologies. Ideal Training and Education: • Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration or a related field. Substitution: • Directly related experience may be substituted for the college requirement on the basis of one and one-half years of experience for one year of education to a maximum of four years. Required License or Certificate Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. To review the Classification Specification, please click https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/valleywater.org.us-west-1/s3fs-public/Senior%20Management%20Analyst%20-%205-2019.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/ Information Technology Projects & Business Operations Unit (Position Code 879)Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite, after completion of the probationary period (one year) at management's discretion for external candidates. Internal candidates do not have to complete a probationary period to be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Schedule to be determined by business unit needs. Selection Process (1) The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, application assessment, performance exercise, written exercise and/or interview. (2) The Employment Application, Qualifying Information Questions and/or Supplemental Questions will be evaluated based on the ideal candidate criteria listed above. Resumes are highly recommended. NOTE: Position and start date is subject to availability of funds. Valley Water retains the right to repost this position as deemed necessary. Consideration may be given to existing applicant pools within the same classification. Valley Water's Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Policy is available for review upon request. Valley Water will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources in advance of any special needs by calling 408-630-2260. Please be aware that once submitted all application materials become the property of Valley Water and will not be returned. Human Resources staff are not authorized to make copies of application materials for applicants. To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/5739251

Grants Senior Management Analyst/ Analyst II (Two Positions) Valley Water Salary: See Position Description Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 01817-E Location: CA, CA Department: Financial Planning and Management Services Closing: 9/18/2024 11:59 PM Pacific Description Management Analyst II: $124,259.20 - $159,057.60 Annually Senior Management Analyst: $133,806.40 - $171,350.40 Annually Join Our Team! Are you passionate about driving impactful projects through grant funding? Valley Water is seeking to hire a dedicated Senior Management Analyst/ Management Analyst II to lead pre-award efforts within our Grants, Compliance, and Claims Management Unit. If you're looking for a role where you can collaborate across multiple teams and contribute to the success of vital water projects, this is the opportunity for you! Overview: The Grants, Compliance, and Claims Management Unit with Valley Water is the centralized unit for seeking and managing grants brought in to help fund Valley Water projects. The pre-award side of work within the unit will be administered by this Senior Management Analyst, with support from a Management Analyst II, and oversight by the Grants Unit Manager. Senior Management Analyst (SMA): Core components of the Senior Management Analysts work will include researching grant opportunities and writing grant applications; high levels of collaboration with project teams, grants liaisons in watersheds and water utility divisions, procurement, legal, government relations, capital improvement program, and communications; and tracking/reporting. The position will tie efforts into the two grant roadmaps (i.e. strategic funding plans), assist in preparing updates to the Board and staff via all employee communications, and aid in early compliance reviews (pre-agreement) to ensure Valley Water can meet grant terms and conditions. As a Senior, the position will help implement new grants management software on the pre-award side in coordination with the unit's compliance and claims staff, assist in updating standard operating procedures, and work with the Unit Manager to clearly define rationale for which grants to pursue. Management Analyst II: Core components of the Management Analyst II's work will include assisting the SMA in researching grant opportunities and writing grant applications, coordinating with project teams, tracking and reporting grant-related information, assisting with compliance tracking for federal and state grant terms and conditions, and assisting with grant communications such as the bi-monthly Grants One Pager update for the Board of Directors and the Grants Action Team monthly meeting. Our Commitment: Racial equity, diversity and inclusion are integral to Valley Water. We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity, contributes to inclusion, and strengthens belonging by broadening our perspective and collective understanding of the world around us to accomplish our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship. Key skills necessary for this position include: • Grant writing/technical writing • Attention to detail • Time management • Project/program management • Knowledge of finance/budgeting • Knowledge of procurement/contracting • Software skills (Word, excel, PowerPoint, Smartsheet, DocuSign, financial management software) • Communications (we work with large teams across the agency as well as with granting agencies) • Ability to work independently and report out findings Ideal Candidate's Background Includes: Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below. Ideal Experience: • For Management Analyst II: Three (3) years of grant experience performing administrative, operational, management, or financial analysis of complex issues. • For Senior Management Analyst: Five (5) years of grant experience performing administrative, operational, management, or financial analysis of complex issues. Ideal Skills and Abilities: Management Analyst II: • Perform responsible and difficult administrative work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative. • Coordinate and participate in administrative, budgeting, and fiscal reporting activities. Independently identify, plan, and conduct management, financial, administrative, and operational studies. • Develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods. Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques. • Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses to evaluate assigned projects, programs, and activities. • Develop and maintain specialized computer software and databases for gathering and analyzing data. • Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations, technical written material, and Valley Water policies and procedures. • Represent the unit/division and Valley Water in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals. Senior Management Analyst: In addition to the qualifications for a Management Analyst II: • Train, organize, assign, and review the work of assigned staff. • Analyze, identify options, and make recommendations for the solution of budgetary, procedural, and general management problems and program needs. • Prepare a variety of administrative, financial, statistical, and analytical reports. Recommend, gain stakeholder buy-in, and implement modifications to existing programs, projects, systems, policies, and procedures. • Collect, interpret, and evaluate highly complex and diverse information and data. • Manage ambiguity, quantitative or qualitative, to prepare clarity for decision-making. • Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques. • Research, analyze, and review the project plan for assigned projects and determine workflow needs. • Research, analyze, and propose integration of legislative and regulatory matters into current area of responsibility. • Interact with political acumen with elected officials and executive staff. • Administer and monitor assigned contracts. • Use common desktop applications and software. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Ideal Knowledge: Management Analyst II: • Complex theories, principles, and practices of public administration as applied to operational unit and program administration. • Sources of information related to a broad range of Valley Water programs, projects, services, and administration. • Methods of quantitative and qualitative analyses to evaluate assigned projects, programs, and activities. • Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. • Principles of budget preparation, analysis, forecasting, and control. Senior Management Analyst: In addition to the qualifications for Management Analyst II: Some Knowledge of: • Principles, practices, and responsibilities involved in leading the work of assigned staff. • Common desktop applications and software. • Principles of business writing and report preparation. Working Knowledge of: • Principles and practices of program development and administration. • Principles of budget preparation, analysis, forecasting and control. • Methods and techniques of contract administration. Thorough Knowledge of: • Theories, principles, and practices of public administration as applied to assigned unit or division. • Government agency programs such as, but not limited to, finance, budgeting, procurement, human resources, government relations, legal, water utility and watershed operations and management, and/or other related programs. • Methods and techniques used to analyze business processes and recommend solutions for existing problems. • Methods and techniques used to collect and analyze data and prepare reports based on findings. Ideal Training and Education:Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field. Directly related experience may be substituted for the college requirement on the basis of one and one-half years of experience for one year of education to a maximum of four years. Required License or Certificate Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. To review the Classification Specification for Management Analyst II, please click https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/valleywater.org.us-west-1/s3fs-public/Managment%20Analyst%20I-II%20-%205-2019.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/ To review the Classification Specification for Senior Management Analyst, please click https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/valleywater.org.us-west-1/s3fs-public/Senior%20Management%20Analyst%20-%205-2019.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/ Grants, Compliance, and Claims Management Unit (Position Code 1110 & 68)Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite. Selection Process (1) The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, application assessment, performance exercise, written exercise and/or interview. (2) The Employment Application, Qualifying Information Questions and/or Supplemental Questions will be evaluated based on the ideal candidate criteria listed above. Resumes are highly recommended. NOTE: Position and start date is subject to availability of funds. Valley Water retains the right to repost this position as deemed necessary. Consideration may be given to existing applicant pools within the same classification. Valley Water's Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Policy is available for review upon request. Valley Water will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources in advance of any special needs by calling 408-630-2260. Please be aware that once submitted all application materials become the property of Valley Water and will not be returned. Human Resources staff are not authorized to make copies of application materials for applicants. To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/5605619