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Management Analyst I-II (Yuba County)

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Management Analyst I-II in the County Administrator’s Office. This position reportsdirectly to the Deputy County Administrator. Incumbent to this position will perform analytical, research and program development tasks related to County-wide operations, budget, policy development and administration in the County Administrator’s Office; and other related work as assigned. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I-level if incumbents have met the minimum qualifications and have demonstrated the ability to perform the responsibilities required at the higher performance level. Initially under general supervision, incumbents learn and perform a variety of simple to moderately complex professional level work to support operations of the County Administrator’s Office in areas such as budget analysis and development, County-wide program evaluation, development and management of policies and procedures, development of administrative, operational systems, budget development and related analysis and studies for County Administrator, and/or Board of Supervisors’ programs and activities. At the II-level, incumbents work independently within established guidelines to provide County Administration with expertise necessary to identify, evaluate and resolve highly visible public organizational and administrative issues of a County-wide nature; and perform special studies and research involving considerable discretion in determining program activities and resources.

Examples of knowledge skills and abilities required for successful performance: knowledge of basic principles and practices of public and business administration; data collection, analysis and interpretation; report writing techniques; techniques for working successfully with other employees in lead capacity. Skill in understanding organizational and political implications of research findings, recommendations and decisions; developing logical conclusions from data analysis and making sound recommendations; preparing analytical reports, summaries, manuals, analyses, and displays of information. Ability to prepare accurate and concise administrative documents for managers, department heads, members of boards and commissions, and members of the public; read, understand, interpret, and apply contracts, relevant county, state and federal states, rules, ordinances, codes, regulations, administrative orders and other government regulations; communicate clearly, concisely and effectively verbally and in writing. This is a representative summary of the major duties and abilities. Please refer to the class specification for full description of knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as examples of duties and other qualifications required for this position.

Minimum: Level I: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, or a related field. Level II: In addition to the Level I minimum, two (2) years of experience equivalent to the County’s class of Management Analyst I. Candidates with strong experience who lack the degree and can demonstrate they possess the required knowledge, skills and abilities are encouraged to apply. 

Preferred: Level I: In addition to the minimum, two (2) years of professional public fiscal, administrative, human resources or management analysis experience. Level II: In addition to the minimum, four (4) years of experience at least equivalent to the County’s class of Management Analyst I.

Special Requirements: Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which may include Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire; must file statements of economic interest with the Yuba County Clerk/Recorder; will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

Working Conditions: Generally a typical office setting; occasionally may be required to travel to various worksites of locations; may be required to attend meetings outside the normal business hours.
Licenses and Certifications: The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver’s license within ten (10) days of employment; maintain throughout employment.

Hiring Range: Level I: $4,501-$4,952/month, Level II: $5,215-$5,737/month

Filing Deadline: Wednesday, July 26, 2017 @ 5:00 PM

HOW TO APPLY:  Applicants are REQUIRED to submit Yuba County application (rev 7/01/17), transcripts and diploma, Supplemental Questionnaire, and applicable certifications. For a detailed job announcement, application, and further instructions visit www.co.yuba.ca.us or contact Yuba County Human Resources, 915 8th Street, Suite 113   Marysville, CA 95901  Phone: (530) 749-7860  Fax: (530) 749-7864  

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