Administrative Analyst

Join a team where your work truly makes a difference. We are seeking an Administrative Analyst to support Human Resources in a dynamic and rewarding environment where innovation, collaboration, and problem solving are valued. This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that supports the employees and the community we serve. If you are a highly motivated, passionate about your work product and thrive in a fast-paced environment we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity! This position will perform a wide variety of advanced professional, analytical, technical, and coordination duties in support of Human Resources and Risk Management programs and operations. Responsibilities may include conducting classification and compensation studies, administering employee benefits, coordinating recruitment and selection processes, supporting performance and job evaluations, facilitating training programs, and ensuring compliance with liability insurance certification requirements. The position also assists with the administration and coordination of general liability and workers' compensation claims, while overseeing assigned administrative processes, procedures, and programs to ensure efficient and effective departmental operations. Under general supervision, conducts special studies and analyses of various operations, procedures and equipment; writes comprehensive and analytical reports and assists Department Directors, Division Managers and/or the City Manager with a variety of special projects.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May provide functional supervision over subordinate staff.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Research a variety of information sources, compile statistical and financial data for reports. Conduct special surveys and studies, including gather information from other cities and agencies. Prepare policies, procedures, forms and practices to improve operations and efficiencies. Participate in a variety of special studies; develop recommendations and prepare and present reports to committees, commissions, the City Council and/or City Manager. Prepare marketing and public information materials and displays. Analyze proposed legislation identifying impact on business, business/development, land use, zoning, employees and operations in the city and/or region; prepare letters of support/opposition. Write letters, polices, memos, speeches, press releases and related documents. Assist in budget preparation, analysis and monitoring. Perform related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry level classification in the professional management series. The Senior Administrative Analyst will chair task forces/committees, represent the City at regional meetings, serve as the City’s legislative advocate, coordinate community meetings and prepare related materials/documents.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Knowledge of: Principles of public administration, budget preparation and analysis, human resources, management, organizational development, systems and procedures. Principles of economics. Federal and State legislative process and procedures. Federal, state and local laws, ordinances, policies and procedures. Survey techniques, statistics and report writing. Ability and Skill to: Plan, coordinate and perform complex surveys, analyses and prepare complex reports. Collect and analyze data, present findings objectively, clearly and concisely and prepare reports with conclusions and recommendations. Follow direction and polices with minimal supervision. Communicate clearly both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, Commissions, the City Council, City Manager and the public. Perform duties of an emergency worker in the event of a natural or other disaster. Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, abilities and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the qualifications would be: Administrative Analyst: BA/BS in public administration, business administration or related field and two (2) years of experience in administrative analysis, planning, human resources or budgeting. Senior Administrative Analyst: Two (2) years of experience as an Administrative Analyst or equivalent in local government. MA/MS desirable.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE

Valid Driver’s License and a good driving record desirable. (Must be performed with or without reasonable accommodations) This position works primarily in an indoor office environment Positions in this class typically require: reaching, standing, walking, sitting, climbing, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions with or without reasonable accommodation Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally (up to 1/3 of workday), and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of workday), and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (2/3 or more of workday) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Barstow (CA)