Parks & Public Facilities Analyst

Department: Parks & Public Facilities Division:   Parks & Facilities Performs skilled administrative work supporting the business and operational functions of the Parks and Public Facilities Department, including financial analysis, contracts, agreements, grants, and other departmental activities, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Parks and Public Facilities Director (supervisor). Pay Range  $38.77 - $56.37 Hourly  Midpoint  $47.57 Hourly    Starting salaries generally fall between the minimum and midpoint of the range. Each offer depends on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, internal pay equity, and available budget. Salary offers are negotiated individually based on these factors.        SUMMARY OF POSITION   Join our Parks and Public Facilities team and support the department's business operations, by analyzing budgets and financial data, managing contracts and agreements, and supporting the grants that fund projects across our community. Reporting to the Department Director, this position works independently on the behind-the-scenes work that keeps our parks and facilities serving the community.  View the full job description for this position on the City’s job description web page.   SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION   This is a full-time, in-person position with a typical Monday–Friday schedule of 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Flexible scheduling options, including a 9/80 schedule with alternating Fridays off, may be available.  This position is open until filled, with first consideration given to those applicants who apply prior to October 22nd.  Selection will be based on overall qualifications, skills testing (if applicable), and an interview process. The final candidate selected will be subject to a comprehensive background/reference check commensurate to the position.   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS   EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:  Associate’s degree with coursework in public administration, business administration, finance, accounting, or related field.  Three (3) years experience in business or operational analysis, budget or financial analysis, contract administration, project administration.  Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.   SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:  Valid driver’s license  DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS  Experience working in local government or a public agency, particularly in parks, recreation, facilities, or public works.  Experience with public procurement processes, including preparing bid documents, RFPs/RFQs, and managing vendor contracts in compliance with state and local purchasing rules.  Familiarity with governmental budgeting and fund accounting.  Experience tracking contract and grant deliverables, deadlines, and reporting requirements across multiple projects.  WE ARE RICHLAND  At the City of Richland, your work makes a…