Senior Administrative Analyst (M)

City of Burbank • Burbank, CA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

This Senior Administrative Analyst position is a part of the Economic Development section within the Community Development Department. The ideal candidate is a driven, upstanding, and solution-oriented professional who combines strong analytical, communication, and project management skills with a commitment to public service. They build productive relationships with diverse stakeholders, effectively navigate multiple projects and timelines, and use data and sound judgement to develop practical solutions and informed recommendations. Through collaboration, integrity, accountability, and a proactive approach, they contribute to organizational goals, foster positive community partnerships, and help drive continuous improvement and long-term success. Under general direction, to perform, coordinate, or direct a variety of complex professional, administrative, operational, research, financial, and analytic duties; to coordinate, direct or manage complex administrative or operational projects or programs; and perform related work as required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration, governmental budgeting, and fiscal management; principles and practices of sound personnel management and supervision; advanced research methods and analytic techniques; applicable federal, state, and local laws and legislation and the legislative process; principles and practices of public speaking; modern office methods and procedures; spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Skill in operating modern computers and related software; exercising independent judgement and making decisions based on standard policy and procedures.
• Ability to conduct complex research, analyze data, and solve complex problems; develop budgets and manage expenditures; effectively manage projects or programs; prepare comprehensive written reports and related documents; interpret complex technical documents; make effective oral presentations; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, the public, and outside agencies; effectively lead, coach, develop, and motivate employees; review and evaluate employees’ job performance and make recommendations for development; work independently using appropriate initiative to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines; receive confidential information and maintain confidentiality; be well organized, reliable, and detail-oriented.
• Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance as determined by the City.
• A valid California Class “C” driver’s license or equivalent at time of appointment. All required licenses and certificates must be maintained throughout employment in this classification.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or a work-related field, and two years of responsible experience in administrative, budget, or personnel analysis, preferably including one year of supervisory experience.
• A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in public administration or work-related field may be substituted for six months of experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducts or directs complex research and analysis; prepares and presents detailed and comprehensive written reports and verbal presentations containing complex information and analysis to a variety of audiences, including but not limited to the City Council; evaluates, develops, recommends, and manages the implementation of proposed or existing policies, procedures and practices; may develop, implement, or manage complex personnel programs; coordinates or directs budget preparation, manages budget expenditures and revenues, and may develop and implement performance measurements; analyzes, develops and implements administrative/operational changes in response to legislative requirements; responds to departmental and citizen inquiries; conducts contract administration; may conduct grant management; may conduct community outreach or develop, implement and manage community programs; may supervise, train, evaluate, and develop clerical and administrative employees; may make effective recommendations regarding promotion, transfer, and disciplinary action, up to and including termination; may direct or manage the operations of a departmental section or program; may serve as staff to elected officials; drives on City business.

What This Job Offers

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