Workforce Development Analyst II

SACRAMENTO EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING AGENCY•Sacramento, CA

6d•$26 - $33

About The Position

Under general direction, the Workforce Development Analyst gathers and analyzes data for planning documents, proposal requests, contract development, and program monitoring. The role assists with developing and implementing funding for community organizations that provide job training, community services, and skill development programs; provides technical assistance to program providers; and monitors and evaluates job training programs. This is a deep class with three ranges, and incumbents may be assigned to planning, policy, and analytical work at a range matching their demonstrated competence. Range 2 is the journey level traditionally called Specialist. The position is responsible to the Deputy Director, Workforce Development Department, Workforce Development Manager, or designee.

Requirements

Knowledge of workforce development programs, functions, and procedures, including SETA-funded programs.
Knowledge of program planning, evaluation, and monitoring.
Knowledge of job-training needs and requirements of the low-income community.
Knowledge of local community, social, financial, and employment resources.
Knowledge of procurement and evaluation of programs and services, such as workforce development, community services, or human services.
Knowledge of planning and project management.
Knowledge of rules and regulations affecting grant funding, administration, and operation.
Knowledge of community organizations, educational institutions, training providers, and government programs assisting low-income and unemployed individuals.
Ability to assist with SETA long-range planning efforts.
Ability to assist with contract development, program monitoring, and program evaluation functions.
Ability to develop and prepare a variety of reports.
Any combination of training and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities; a typical qualifying background is advanced educational training in sociology, psychology, business administration, economics, or another social science, or some background working with workforce development programs, and two years of increasingly responsible experience in planning, policy, analytical, or related work.

Responsibilities

Use computer software and general applications to perform work.
Prepare policies and procedures and program directives, and develop project-management matrices and tools.
Assess information submitted by subgrantees, partners, and applicant agencies.
Contact grant recipients and provide information about administrative and operating requirements.
Visit program sites to gather information for monitoring and evaluation.
Discuss and resolve problems with program operators.
Prepare reports regarding planning processes, proposal development, contract development, and program evaluation.
Attend meetings concerning SETA operations and requirements.
Collect and analyze demographic data for planning documents, proposals, contracts, and program evaluation.
Assess and prioritize needs according to plans and guidelines.
Provide technical assistance to potential program providers.
Provide information about contracting procedures and funding requirements.
Conduct workshops for providers.
Input, access, and analyze data using a computer.
May assist in developing and recommending program improvements based on collected data, performance metrics, and productivity enhancements.
May provide research support to stay current on state rules, regulations, laws, and policies.
Conduct research and draft language for written documents, including training manuals, proposals, Requests for Proposals, plans and plan modifications, board items, and contract documents.
Assist with SETA long-range planning, contract development, program monitoring, and program evaluation functions.
Develop and prepare a variety of reports.