Hybrid Management Analyst bei City of Lodi, CA

Performs comprehensive research, statistical and other analytical work for a City department; collaborates with management and co-workers in providing consultation services in areas of expertise; performs other related duties.

Receives general direction from higher level personnel. May supervise assigned staff.

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

Performs comprehensive research, statistical and other analytical work for a City department; collaborates with management and co-workers in providing consultation services in areas of expertise.

Analyzes and evaluates unit/division/departmental objectives, on-going programs, organizational structure, operations and control systems; coordinates City wide programs.

Plans and directs activities of multi faceted city wide projects of limited duration; evaluates progress and resolves difficulties including those crossing departmental lines; provides project leadership and advice to others; provides technical direction and expertise related to project; manages and directs the work of project staff including vendors, subcontractors and City personnel.

Lead role in the preparation and review of all division operating, multi-year, and capital improvement budgets; analyzes proposals for immediate and long term policy and fiscal impacts and makes recommendations based on findings; coordinates and assembles a variety of financial/statistical information for inclusion in reports and presentations.

Assists in the development of goals, objectives, policies and procedures; investigates, interprets, analyzes and prepares recommendations in relation to proposals for new programs, grants and/or services; analyzes, interprets and explains City policies and procedures; confers with members of the public to explain procedures and policies;

Ensures compliance of department functions with pertinent laws, regulations and ordinances;

Answers questions and provides information to the public, outside agencies and City staff; investigates complaints and recommends corrective action to resolve complaints;

Reviews and recommends training for departmental personnel;

Research and prepare grant applications including monitoring existing programs for compliance with regulations.

Performs other duties related to the operation of the department and the City including additional duties that enable the department and City to meet the diverse needs of its community.

Knowledge of:

Research techniques, sources and availability of information, and methods of report presentation; concepts and techniques of costing as it relates to the compensation, benefits and labor relations functions, including long-range financial planning, market trends and economic condition indicators.

Principles and practices of organization, administration, and personnel management; administrative principles and methods, including goal setting, program and budget development, work planning and organization; technical report writing procedures and grant proposal development.

Principles and practices of public personnel administration; equal employment and affirmative action guidelines and policies;

Principles and practices of supervision;

Statistical methods and methods of graphic presentation.

Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment;

Applicable Federal, State, local laws, codes and regulations;

Thorough knowledge specific to the area of assignment is required.

Ability to:

Performs comprehensive research, statistical and other analytical work for a City department; collaborates with management and co-workers in providing consultation services in areas of expertise.

Plan, initiate and complete work assignments with a minimum of direction; analyze administrative problems, evaluating alternatives, and make creative recommendations; assume control of a project and make sound recommendations; properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations and policies; prepare and write complete and accurate reports;

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;

Work with and control sensitive, confidential information;

Use and operate a personal computer, software and peripheral equipment;

Estimate and project revenues and expenditures.

Identify and respond to public and City Council issues and concerns;

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

Combination of education and experience that would likely produce the qualifying knowledge and ability. A typical combination is:

Education:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field to assignment.

Management Analyst Experience:

One year of increasingly responsible administrative and analytical experience in a public agency;

Possession of a valid Driver's License (Class C) issued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Positions in this classification occasionally lift and carry reports and records that typically weigh less than 20 pounds.

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may work in the field and occasionally be exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

May be required to work on evenings, weekends and holidays, on occasion.

*FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Apply online at www.lodi.gov or in person at Human Resources Department, City Hall, Second Floor, 221 West Pine Street, Lodi, CA. Telephone: 209/333-6704.

Persons with hearing impairment, please call the California Relay Service 7-1-1.

EVALUATION OF QUALIFICATIONS: Application materials and resumes will be screened to determine if applicants are considered to be among the most qualified as outlined on the job announcement. Only applicants who are among the most qualified will be invited to participate in the testing process. Resumes may not be substituted for a completed application.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - The City of Lodi is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of fair employment practices regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex or sexual orientation, marital status, age, mental or physical disability or perceived disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation or belief, or other unlawful discrimination.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY ACT - In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the City of Lodi provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations must contact the Human Resources Division upon application submittal to confirm the request.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INFORMATION - City of Lodi is authorized and required by the state of California to access Local, State, and/or Federal criminal history as part of the testing process. This process can be completed by initial fingerprinting and/or a full Background investigation pursuant to Penal Code §11105(b)(10), §11105.3, §13300(b)(10); Education Code §10911.5; Public Resources Code §5164) and in compliance with the City of Lodi's Fingerprinting Policy and Procedure. As a future employee or volunteer, you are required to be fingerprinted and processed through the Department of Justice and cleared before you can start. All information obtained will be kept in strict confidentiality.

HIRING PROCEDURE - Applicants must possess the minimum qualifications by the final filing date. Eligible lists are established upon successful completion of the selection process. The candidates must be successful in each part of the testing. To fill each vacancy the hiring department will request names to be certified from the eligible list and will make a selection from this certification list.

CONDITIONAL JOB OFFERS - Conditional job offers are subject to successful completion of a medical drug screen and/or physical. Candidates should not quit or give notice to their current employer until final notification has been awarded by the Human Resources Division.

MEDICAL-DRUG SCREENING – All positions may be subject to a physical or drug screen issued by a qualified medical physician assigned by the Human Resources Division. Under the requirements of the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the City of Lodi has been designated as a drug-free workplace.

APPOINTMENT - At the time of appointment all candidates will be required to execute an oath of allegiance and complete Form I-9 - Employment Eligibility Verification in compliance with the Immigration and Naturalization Act. United States citizenship is not required. All new appointees are required to successfully complete a probationary period of twelve months.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

SALARY - The starting salary is the first rate shown on the job announcement. Advancement to the higher steps of the salary range is based upon merit in accordance with the Salary Ordinance and Rules for Personnel Administration. Eligibility for the first merit increase is effective after 12 months and for additional merit increases after one year intervals until the employee has reached the maximum step.

HOLIDAY, VACATION, SICK, AND ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE - Holiday - An average of 13 paid holidays per year. Vacation - 2 weeks paid vacation annually, increasing with length of service depending upon the appropriate labor agreement. Sick Leave - 10 days per year depending upon the appropriate labor agreement. Administrative Leave - Management/Mid-Management positions receive 80 hours per fiscal year, and specified professional/technical positions receive 40 hours per fiscal year (Pro-Rated).

HEALTH INSURANCE - Medical, Dental and Vision plans are available for employee and dependents. A portion of the premiums may be the employee's responsibility.

LIFE INSURANCE AND LONG TERM DISABILITY - The City pays the full premium for employee and dependent life insurance, and offers a long-term disability plan that provides up to approximately 2/3 of an employee's salary.

RETIREMENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION - The City of Lodi is a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (P.E.R.S.). Lodi is not a member of the Social Security System except for the required medical contribution. Employees may participate in a 457 Deferred Compensation program.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT - Employees may participate in a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This bulletin does not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions or job duties contained in this bulletin may include modifications pending labor agreements and/or council approval.