Administrative Analyst II - Limited Term

Overview

INTERVIEWS FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD ON JANUARY 22, 2026.

We are hiring to fill a position for a limited term, ending June 30, 2027.

Join a remarkable team of Human Resources professionals as an Administrative Analyst. The ideal candidate will be passionate about public service, placing an emphasis on data‑driven solutions by exploring nuances and dynamic perspectives when solving issues. The position requires prioritizing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, agility in navigating changing circumstances, and discretion. A positive and eager attitude that blends with our culture to advance the county s mission, vision, and values is essential.

Work will include budget analysis, detailed research, process improvement efforts, special projects, recruiting, benefits administration, report writing, training document development, auditing records and data for accuracy, and support duties. Success requires determination and a passion for working in the public sphere and understanding local government. An individual who is results-minded with agility to shift in response to priorities is critical.

Technically, the position requires a bachelor’s degree, preferably with major coursework in business or public administration, political science, industrial relations or a related field; and one year of professional analytical experience in administrative, budget, or personnel analysis, preferably in a public agency human resources department. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years.

Candidates applying for level II will need two years of experience at a level equivalent to Nevada County s classification of Administrative Analyst I. Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, economics or a related field from an accredited college or university, and one year of experience in administrative, budget or personnel analysis, preferably in a public agency.

This is a full-time, fully benefited, and administrative-exempt level position that receives a 5% confidential pay differential. The County of Nevada offers an extensive benefits package commensurate with the level of leadership and experience required for this position. In addition to a choice of medical plans and our dental and vision plans, we offer a full range of exceptional benefits.

• Complementary and optional supplemental life insurance
• A flexible spending account for medical expenses and dependent care
• CalPERS retirement
• deferred compensation plan with both 457(b) and 401(a) traditional and Roth

The Administrative Analyst will receive 189 hours of personal leave per year. The position also receives an additional 40 hours per year of administrative leave after six months of service. Combined with 11 standard holidays and 3 (24-hours) floating holidays per year, it’s clear that Nevada County cares for and supports employees aspiring to have a healthy work-life balance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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Bachelor s degree in public administration, business administration, economics or a related field from an accredited college or university, and one year of experience in administrative, budget or personnel analysis, preferably in a public agency.

* Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years.

Two years of experience at a level equivalent to Nevada County s classification of Administrative Analyst I.

• Experience with supervision of personnel within a non-profit or public/private partnership including the hiring process.
• Professional knowledge and skills sufficient to implement and evaluate program functioning and to stimulate program development.
• High degree of interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively. Maintains effective communication with all levels of staff, state personnel, advisory board, community groups, clients and volunteers.
• Ability to prepare and give input into the operating budget. Management and implementation of the budget.
• Proficiency in detailing service, preparing reports, and leading all aspects of the program s physical resources.
• Availability for special events and in times of emergency.