Administrative Analyst III

City of Santa Barbara, CA•Santa Barbara, CA

47d•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Santa Barbara City Administrators Officeis seeking a dynamic and knowledgeableAdministrative Analyst III.Reporting to the Deputy City Administrator, this position is expected to perform a wide variety of administrative and analytical support duties related to the city's economic vitality efforts; to participate in administrative processes, procedures and programs; and to provide information and assistance to the public regarding assigned programs and services. Hybrid/Flexible Work Schedule: This position has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule. schedule options. Schedules are dependent upon operational needs and are subject to change. Details of teleworking considerations can be addressed during the interview process. Distinguishing Characteristics Incumbents of this professional series perform increasingly difficult and complex administrative analysis tasks, conduct management studies, and coordinate projects. The I and II level are both at the journey level and the III is the advanced journey level. A distinguishing characteristic between the I and II is a combination of the scope, significance, and independence of the work performed and the level at which they are performing. The III level assumes more complex and specialized assignments, independently acts as the resident expert for City-wide projects, and is responsible for major projects at the City-wide level.

Requirements

Methods of research, program analysis, and report preparation.
Policies and procedures of the assigned department.
Basic principles and practices of budget administration.
Public relations techniques.
Principles and procedures of record keeping.
Basic Math.
Modern office procedures, methods including computer software and hardware.
Current and Pending legislation which might impact city government.
Financial projecting and forecasting techniques.
Advanced negotiation techniques.
Organizational structure and staffing.
Current trends in public administration and literature in the field.
Team building and leadership techniques.
Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in administrative and management analysis related to government agencies
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration or a related field.

Responsibilities

Perform administrative and analytical support duties for an assigned department.
Understand the organization and operation of the assigned department and outside agencies.
Interpret and apply administrative and departmental policies and procedures.
Research, analyze, and evaluate programs, policies, and procedures.
Perform responsible and difficult administrative work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.
Prepare clear and concise reports.
Work independently in the absence of supervision.
Independently prepare correspondence and memoranda.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Work effectively as part of a team.
Use personal computers, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications.
Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, and organize major studies or projects.
Prepare and present reports orally before policy and decision-making bodies.
Read and interpret complex legislation and regulations.
Design and conduct research projects.
Develop and implement policy decisions and accomplish intended results.
Resolve conflicts effectively.
Cost labor proposals.