Senior Administrative Analyst

Job Title

This classification is used in various City departments. The current vacancy is in the Health and Human Services Department within the Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) project.

Under general supervision, provides administrative staff assistance by performing complex professional administrative duties and assisting in the coordination of departmental activities. Incumbent facilitates and coordinates professional development activities; provides direct weekly support to project staff and assists in monitoring contracts. Conducts data collection and supports program managers and team leaders with data analysis and management activities. Develops and utilizes data tracking systems for referral networks and evaluation of project performance indicators; compiles local and CDC project reports for publication and electronic dissemination. Performs administrative studies employing independent judgment and initiative in assisting in the determination of departmental policies, programs and operating procedures. Coordinates various functions for which the department is responsible and supervises the proper performance of routine departmental activities. Performs and takes the lead in a variety of complex research projects. Makes independent work procedures for efficiency and economy and assists in the preparation of the department's annual budget on the basis of this information. Maintains liaison with other City departments. Performs related work as required. This is a CHPEA union position. The hours of work for this position are 40 per week.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The examination will consist of rating your training and experience as contained on your application. It may also include a written test, an oral test, or a combination thereof. All parts of the examination, including tests and ratings, will be related to the requirements of the position. The examination will be designed to measure the following:

• Principles and practices of public administration with special emphasis on municipal administration related to assigned departmental activities
• Municipal, State and Federal government powers and purposes.

Ability to:

• Perform independently, difficult research assignments and to prepare complex clerical reports
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with municipal officials, department heads, employees and the general public
• Prepare and present ideas effectively in oral and written communications
• Identify problems related to the areas of assignment and to make sound recommendations for their solution.

Qualifications

Open to all applicants who meet the following minimum qualifications: Graduation from an accredited four year college or university, with major coursework in public administration, business administration, political science, economics, or a closely related field AND one (1) year of increasingly responsible administrative experience in public service or business organizations, with emphasis on public health, overdose crisis or social services. A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration, political science, economics may be substituted for one (1) year of the experience requirement. An equivalency combination of not less than six years of education and/or work experience may be substituted for education and experience. A COPY OF YOUR DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION. A DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT SUBMITTED WILL BE VERIFIED BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT. If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a city physician, a drug and alcohol screening, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules and regulations.

Other Information

Benefits include: health and life insurance, retirement options, voluntary benefit programs, and paid leave.

Application must be completed in its entirety, including required documentation. Applications without proper documentation shall result in your disqualification.

All correspondence and information concerning the application and testing process will occur via email, unless otherwise requested at the time of application.

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Applications via facsimile or email are not accepted.