ANALYST I/II/SENIOR

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Cathedral City, CA
Job Type: FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE
Job Number: 26-20
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 05/28/2026
FLSA: Determined by Position
Bargaining Unit: NON-REP


Description
The City of Cathedral City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the citizens we serve. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented individuals from a diverse candidate pool.
DEADLINE TO APPLY
This recruitment will remain open until sufficient qualified applications are received and may close without prior notice. Applications will be reviewed as submitted. Apply immediately!
THE POSITION
Under close (I), general (II), or limited (Sr) supervision, performs professional analytical and management related duties in assigned functional area(s) to include but not limited to administrative support, program development and/or management, system(s) monitoring and/or management, statistical analyses, public information, budget and/or funding monitoring and/or management, and other staff/technical support related to the assigned department, division, or City-wide activities and functions. Researches and analyzes departmental and programmatic practices and procedures by conducting needs analyses, feasibility studies, and evaluations; makes recommendations for improvements and develops implementation plans; fosters cooperative working relationships among City departments and acts as a liaison with various community, public, and regulatory agencies; and performs related duties as assigned.
The position may be filled at the Analyst I, Analyst II, or Senior Analyst level depending upon selected candidate's qualifications. Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the qualifying knowledge and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain these qualifications would be:
To qualify for Analyst I - NONREP (Range 880 $32.7855 - $42.9151 per hour)

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, accounting/finance, or a field closely related to the department's program/discipline. Related office or program administration experience may be substituted for the education on a year for year basis to a maximum of two years.

To qualify for Analyst II - NONREP (Range 890 $36.1460 - $47.3140 per hour)

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, accounting/finance, or a field closely related to the department's program/discipline.
• Two years of progressively responsible experience in administrative/financial/program budgetary or similar analyses, program/operations management support or related work at the level of Analyst I. Related office or program administration experience may be substituted for the education on a year for year basis to a maximum of two years.
• Experience in a public agency is desirable.

To qualify for Senior Analyst - NONREP (Range 900 $39.8510 - $52.1636 per hour)

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, accounting/finance, or a field closely related to the department's program/discipline. Related office or program administration experience may be substituted for the education on a year for year basis to a maximum of two years.
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in administrative/financial/program budgetary or similar analyses, program/operations management support to include three (3) years providing policy-level administrative or program management support.
• Experience in a public agency is desirable.

Other Requirements

Must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License and maintain possession of such license during the course of employment.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Positions in these classifications typically perform a range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:

• Assists in developing departmental goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and administrative control systems; conducts assessments of new and existing programs and special projects.
• Develops, implements, and manages various programs and projects including scope, description, and implementation plans in support of departmental operations and recommends and implements modifications to systems and procedures.
• Monitors program performance by researching and analyzing operational, fiscal, and technical data and impact to determine feasibility, resolve problems, and increase efficiency.
• Consults with City staff, management, and outside agencies to understand their needs, gain input for assigned projects and/or related functions, and to build effective business relationships.
• Conducts a variety of analytical and operational studies by selecting, adapting, and applying appropriate analytical, research, and statistical techniques; evaluates alternatives, makes preliminary and final recommendations, and assists with the implementation of procedural, administrative, and/or operational changes after approval.
• Prepares comprehensive technical records, briefings, executive summaries, charts, graphs, and reports, identifies alternatives, and makes and justifies recommendations to leadership.
• Remains current with the latest developments in the relevant field and assigned functional area to include monitoring changes in federal, state, and local regulations, analyzing impacts, and recommending and implementing policy and procedural changes after approval.
• Provides liaison and staff support to a variety of boards, committees, and/or commissions.
• Ensures timely completion of project tasks and adherence to deadlines.
• Maintains confidentiality and security of sensitive information.
• Communicates analytical findings to non-technical stakeholders.
• Participates in strategic planning sessions with senior management.
• Assists in developing and administering specified portions of the annual budget, including gathering information and monitoring expenditures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

THE BENEFITS
CANDIDATE SELECTION PROCESS
1. Application Review: A completed City of Cathedral City employment application is required. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification. Application review will begin immediately and will be screened on basis of relevant education, training, and experience. "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of complete application.
2. Examination Phase: Based upon the information presented on the application, a limited number of candidates who possess qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include but is not limited to the following components: application review and evaluation, written examination or exercise, practice exercise and interview evaluation.
3. Establishment of Eligibility List: Candidates who successfully complete the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list pending further review by the department head and other qualifying procedures.
Notifications will be sent by email only (regardless of the notification preference selected during the on-line application process) to the email listed on your on-line application.
All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process which may include, but is not limited to: comprehensive background check, criminal history check (live scan finger print check), and post-offer medical evaluation with a drug screen.
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, partial information, and reference to resume or application may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• YES
• NO

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Do you have a valid California Class C drivers license?

• Yes
• No

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Please indicate the highest level of formal education you have completed.

• Master's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Associate's degree
• No degree

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If you possess a degree, please indicate the area of emphasis.

• Business
• Public Administration
• Accounting/Finance
• Closely related field
• None of the above
• No degree

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Please describe your experience in budget development and capital improvement planning.
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Please describe your experience in financial reporting.
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Please describe your experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable/billing processes.
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Please describe your experience in purchasing/procurement activities.
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Please describe your experience in preparing grant applications and grant administration.
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Please describe your experience in licensing and tax administration activities.
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