Management Analyst

Description The City of Seal Beach is seeking a resourceful, collaborative professional to serve as a Management Analyst in the City Manager's Office. This position offers broad exposure to municipal management, City Council priorities, community issues, and citywide initiatives. Under general direction, the Management Analyst performs responsible professional administrative, analytical, and project coordination work supporting the City Manager. The position assists with City Council matters, policy research, public communications and events, constituent services, intergovernmental coordination, assist with management of the waste franchise agreement and state compliance, and special projects. Assignments require sound judgment, initiative, discretion, and effective working relationships across the organization and community. The Ideal Candidate The City is seeking a candidate who is enthusiastic about building a long-term career with Seal Beach and making a lasting contribution to the organization and community. The ideal candidate will value professional relationships, organizational continuity, and the opportunity to grow with the City while helping advance its goals and priorities over the years ahead. The following primary duty areas illustrate the scope of the assignment. Duties may vary based on operational needs and City priorities. Assignments and priorities are established by the CM or designee. 1. Executive and Policy Support Conduct research and analysis, prepare briefings and correspondence, and assist the City Manager with organizational priorities, policy issues, and executive-level assignments, assists with the management of the waste franchise agreement and state compliance related to SB 1383 and related matters. 2. City Council Agenda and Follow-Up Assist with preparation and review of agenda materials, staff reports, resolutions, presentations, and supporting documents; track Council direction and related department follow-up through the City Manager's Office. 3. Citywide Projects and Initiatives Assist with planning, organizing and monitoring special projects. Plan, organize, and monitor special projects, including the annual Strategic Plan, involving multiple departments, consultants, or other stakeholders; establish schedules, track deliverables, and report progress and recommendations. 4. Constituent and Community Relations Research and respond to resident, business, and community organization inquiries; coordinate with departments to address complex or sensitive concerns and ensure timely, professional follow-through. 5. Public Information and Engagement Lead and assist communications efforts via written and other communications including the City Manager newsletter, updating the website, creating and sharing social media posts, writing public notices and press releases, sharing presentations, assisting with community engagement, public workshops; develop outreach efforts, including community events, to communicate City programs and priorities. 6. Interdepartmental Coordination Facilitate communication and problem solving across City departments; coordinate assignments, information requests including Public Records Act requests, operational improvements, and cross-functional activities on behalf of the City Manager's Office. 7. Intergovernmental and Stakeholder Relations Support coordination and communication with regional, county, state, and federal agencies and legislative offices, neighboring jurisdictions, community partners, and professional organizations on issues affecting the City. 8. Research, Performance, and Program Evaluation Analyze policies, legislative developments, service delivery issues, and administrative processes; develop recommendations and assist with tracking organizational goals, performance measures, and strategic initiatives. 9. Administrative and Financial Projects Perform budget, contract, grant, and operational analyses as assigned including preparing the annual budget for the City Manager’s Office and City Council; prepare management reports; manage contracts and grants related to SB 1383 and complete invoices and tracking; coordinate assigned committee or meeting activities, and support implementation of approved recommendations. Performs other related duties as assigned. Education and Experience Any combination of education, training, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these qualifications is: Education Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Policy, Finance, Engineering, Construction Management, Urban Planning, or a related field. Masters in Public Policy or enrolled in an MPA program is desirable. Experience Two years of professional-level analytical, administrative, budgetary, project coordination, contract administration, or program support experience, preferably in a municipal or other public agency environment. Desirable Qualifications Experience supporting executive management, elected officials, or City Council operations. Experience preparing staff reports, policy analyses, public communications, or executive correspondence. Experience coordinating cross-department projects, constituent services, community engagement, or intergovernmental initiatives. Familiarity with municipal agenda management, strategic planning, budget preparation, and project tracking applications. Demonstrated ability to prepare and deliver clear, concise, and effective presentations at City Council meetings and other public forums, communicate complex issues in understandable terms, and respond confidently and professionally to questions. Knowledge of Principles and practices of public administration, local government operations, organizational analysis, and project management. Council-Manager government, municipal decision-making, policy research, and City Council agenda processes. Public communications, constituent services, community engagement, and intergovernmental relations. Municipal budget preparation, program evaluation, contract administration, and administrative procedures. Research methods, statistical and narrative reporting, records practices, and modern office applications. Ability to Conduct independent research, evaluate alternatives, and prepare practical, well-supported recommendations. Write clear, concise staff reports, correspondence, presentations, and materials for public audiences. Manage competing assignments and deadlines while coordinating work with multiple departments and stakeholders. Communicate diplomatically and effectively with elected officials, City management, employees, and the public. Exercise good judgment, initiative, confidentiality, professionalism, and tact in sensitive matters. Interpret and apply applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and administrative requirements. Establish productive working relationships and use common office, research, and project tracking technologies. Supervision Receives general direction from the City Manager or designee. May coordinate assigned project teams or the work of consultants and support personnel; does not ordinarily exercise direct supervisory authority. Licenses and Certifications Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class C driver's license may be required depending on assignment. Working Conditions Work is primarily performed in an office environment with frequent contact with City employees, elected officials, external agencies, and the public. Attendance at evening City Council meetings, community events, or special meetings may be required. Selection Process Candidates whose qualifications most closely match the City's needs may be invited to participate in one or more selection processes, including application screening, a written or practical exercise, and/or an interview. Appointment may be contingent upon job-related pre-employment screening as required by City policy. The City of Seal Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation is available throughout the selection process in accordance with applicable law. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and may be modified or revoked without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr CITY OF SEAL BEACH