Principal Administrative Analyst

Salary : $141,668.80 - $172,224.00 Annually
Location : Oakland Shops/Annex
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202600184
Executive Office: Operations
Cost Center: Traction Power
Opening Date: 08/10/2026
Closing Date: 8/24/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME, Local 3993


Marketing Statement

Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program.
Job Summary
Pay Rate
AFSCME Pay Grade A17
Annual Salary: $141,668.80 (Step 1) - $172,224.00 (Step 5)
Note: Initial negotiable annual salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Reports To
Superintendent of Power & Mechanical Maintenance
Days Off
Saturday/Sunday

Who May Apply
All current BART employees and Future BART employees

Current Assignment
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is seeking a strategic and collaborative Principal Administrative Analyst to support high-priority initiatives that advance the District's operational and organizational goals.


This position leads complex administrative and analytical projects, conducts research and policy analysis, develops recommendations for executive leadership, and collaborates across departments to improve business processes, resource management, and organizational effectiveness. The ideal candidate is an analytical problem solver with exceptional communication and project management skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment, exercises sound judgment, and effectively manages multiple priorities while building strong partnerships with stakeholders throughout the District.

The most qualified candidates for this position will have highly developed competencies in the following areas, which will be reinforced with related work experience and will be clearly articulated during the selection process:

• Strategic planning and project management
• Research, policy analysis, and analytical problem-solving
• Business process improvement, compliance, and operational effectiveness
• Data analysis, logistics, and performance measurement
• Communication and stakeholder engagement
• Leadership, collaboration, and continuous improvement mindset

Selection and Application Process

This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). All applicants must apply online at Applications must be completed in full and include all requested information, including dates of employment, positions held, hours worked, and a detailed description of duties performed.

Applicants may attach a resume to provide supplemental information; however, the resume does not substitute for completing the application form in its entirety. Only information included in the application at the time of submission will be used to determine whether applicants meet the minimum qualifications for the position. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Applications received after the closing deadline will not be considered.

Applicants who require assistance with the online application process may contact the Talent Acquisition Division at View phone number on click.appcast.io or


The selection process for this position may include one or more of the following: a skills or performance demonstration, written examination, and/or panel or individual interview.

All applications will be reviewed by the Talent Acquisition Division to determine whether applicants meet the established Minimum Qualifications (MQs). Applicants who meet the MQs may be referred to the hiring department for further evaluation as part of the selection process.

The selected candidate must demonstrate a work history reflecting reliability and dependability and may be required to provide copies of certificates, diplomas, or other documentation required by law, including proof of authorization to work in the United States.

Pre-employment processing will include a background check. This requirement does not apply to current full-time District employees unless the position requires additional evaluations or clearances.

Examples of Duties

1. Performs the most technical and complex tasks of the work unit including special projects which have a major impact on departmental efficiency, economy, operations and activities; defines project scope, goals and objectives; conducts research; develops and presents recommendations; coordinates project implementation.
2. Establishes schedules and methods for providing administrative services; identifies resource needs; reviews needs with appropriate management staff; allocates resources accordingly.
3. Participates in the development of policies and procedures; monitors work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures; makes recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards and procedures.
4. Recommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives; implements approved policies and procedures.
5. Participates in the preparation and administration of the department or division program budget; submits budget recommendations; monitors expenditures.
6. Prepares analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities.
7. Continuously monitors and evaluates the quality, responsiveness, efficiency and effectiveness of assigned District department or division service programs, service delivery methods and procedures; works with co-workers on the continuous improvement of District services.
8. Implements new systems, methods and procedures; monitors program progress in meeting goals and objectives; conducts updates with management staff to inform and advise project progress; makes adjustments as necessary.
9. Provides staff assistance to higher level management; participates on a variety of committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other correspondence as appropriate and necessary.
10. Coordinates assigned program activities with those of other departments, divisions and outside agencies and organizations.
11. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of public administration, business administration, finance, human resources and related areas.
12. As required, conducts public meetings and hearings on department activities.
13. May participate in the selection of assigned staff; provides or coordinates staff training; may work with employees to correct deficiencies; may implement discipline procedures.
14. May plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for administrative, financial or operational program activities within an assigned division or department; ensures work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications


Education:
Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Accounting, Economics or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.


Experience:
Four (4) years of (full-time equivalent) verifiable administrative, analytical and/or budgetary experience which must have included at least one (1) year of administrative and/or lead supervisory experience.


Substitution:
Additional professional administrative, analytical and/or budgetary experience, as outlined above, may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.

Knowledge and Skills


Knowledge of:

• Operational characteristics, services and activities of assigned program area including administrative, financial or operations functions
• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation
• Principles and practices of program development and implementation
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration
• Methods of administrative, organizational, economic and procedural analysis
• Organization objectives, procedures, policies and regulations
• Methods and techniques of statistical and financial analysis
• Principles and practices of procurement and purchasing
• Principles and practices of accounting
• Methods and techniques used to conduct a variety of analytical studies
• Principles, practices, methods and techniques of report preparation
• Principles and procedures of record keeping
• Office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications
• Related Federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.

Skill/Ability in:

• Supervising, organizing and reviewing the work of lower level staff
• Selecting, supervising, training and evaluating subordinate co-workers
• Recommending and implementing goals and objectives for providing effective
• services
• Reviewing and analyzing complex technical documents and proposals
• Planning and supervising research projects for assigned District department or division functions and operations
• Applying practices, theories, techniques and management methodology to assigned area
• Coordinating and administering budget process for assigned department or division
• Researching, analyzing, and evaluating programs, policies, and procedures
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Interpreting and explaining District policies and procedures
• Preparing clear and concise reports
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Equal Employment Opportunity GroupBox1

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at


Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) prides itself in offering best in class benefits packages to employees of the District. Currently, the following benefits may be available to employees in this job classification.

Highlights

• Medical Coverage (or $350/month if opted out)
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Insurance (Basic and Enhanced Plans Available)
• Retirement Plan through the CA Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)
  • 2% @ 55 (Classic Members)
  • 2% @ 62 (PEPRA Members)
  • Reciprocity available for existing members of many other public retirement systems (see BART website and/or CalPERS website for details)
• Money Purchase Pension Plan (in-lieu of participating in Social Security tax)
  • 6.65% employer contribution up to annual maximum of $1,868.65
• Deferred Compensation & Roth 457
• Sick Leave Accruals (12 days per year)
• Vacation Accruals (3-6 weeks based on time worked w/ the District)
• Holidays: 9 observed holidays and 4 floating holidays
• Life Insurance w/ ability to obtain additional coverage
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Survivor Benefits through BART
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and Dependent Care
• Commuter Benefits
• Free BART Passes for BART employees and eligible family members.

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Please note: Your response to this prompt will be evaluated as part of the selection process. To ensure the best possible outcome, you are strongly encouraged to respond thoroughly and thoughtfully. Can you describe a situation where you had to enforce or restore cross shift consistency in an operational program, and what steps you took to make it sustainable?
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Please note: Your response to this prompt will be evaluated as part of the selection process. To ensure the best possible outcome, you are strongly encouraged to respond thoroughly and thoughtfully. How do you structure your workflow to keep both operational and administrative responsibilities moving without bottlenecks?
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Please note: Your response to this prompt will be evaluated as part of the selection process. To ensure the best possible outcome, you are strongly encouraged to respond thoroughly and thought fully. Tell me about a time when you had to align multiple stakeholders with competing priorities to meet an operational deadline. How did you manage communication, expectations, and accountability?
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