Administrative Analyst

Virginia Department of Social Services • Emporia, VA

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About The Position

This is an advanced-level Administrative Analyst position responsible for professional analytical work across a variety of administrative or technical areas within Local Departments of Social Services. The role is distinguished from administrative assistant work by conducting special administrative projects that require analyzing issues, recommending actions, and managing projects.

The position may cover policy and procedures, fiscal and budget matters, office management, and contract and grant management. It may also involve supervising project staff or acting as a lead worker who guides analysts, technical and fiscal staff, and clerical and administrative staff.

Requirements

• Considerable knowledge of administrative management principles and practices, including planning, organizing, personnel management, and fiscal management.
• Considerable knowledge of research methodology and statistical and analytical techniques.
• Considerable knowledge of strategic planning, theory, and process.
• Working knowledge of applicable Local, State, and Federal legislation; public administration; municipal functions and organizational concepts; and human behavior.
• Skills operating a personal computer and using computer-driven word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, and file maintenance programs.
• Ability to gather and analyze data and formulate conclusions; present statistical and technical data; communicate effectively orally and in writing; participate in resolving general and complex social services issues; and plan, organize, supervise, and direct the work of others.
• Ability to collect and analyze data for short- and long-range planning; establish effective working relationships with staff, other agencies, and the community; compare or judge observable characteristics of data, people, or things; and modify work procedures, methods, and processes to improve efficiency.
• Ability to analyze and interpret funding availability, cost patterns, research findings, operating results, and forecasts.
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, business, or a related field, supplemented by progressive administrative experience in business or public policy management; or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data.
• Prepare reports and other informational materials.
• Analyze issues related to program and administrative areas, including policy and procedures, fiscal and budget, office management, and contract and grant management.
• Manage projects by collecting, examining, and presenting records and information.
• Develop directives, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct management and operational analysis.
• Manage projects and supervise staff assigned to projects.
• May act as a lead worker, providing guidance to analysts, technical and fiscal staff, and clerical and administrative staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior