Administrative Analyst I​/II; DOQ

Overview

The City of Hanford seeks a motivated, collaborative Administrative Analyst to support the Recreation and Community Services Department's programs, projects, and initiatives that strengthen community engagement and enhance quality of life in Hanford.

This position performs professional administrative, analytical, budgetary, operational, and programmatic work in support of an assigned department or division; conducts research and analysis on a variety of organizational, operational, financial, and program issues; develops recommendations and implements solutions; provides staff support to management; coordinates special projects and programs; and performs related work as assigned.

This is the professional-level classification in the Administrative Analyst series. Incumbents perform a variety of administrative, analytical, and program support assignments requiring the application of professional principles and practices. Assignments generally involve established programs, processes, and procedures and are performed under general supervision. As experience and proficiency are gained, incumbents are expected to exercise increasing independence and responsibility.

This classification is distinguished from the Administrative Analyst II by the complexity of assignments performed, the degree of independent judgment exercised, and the level of responsibility assumed for projects, programs, and departmental functions.

This is the advanced journey-level class in the professional Administrative Analyst series. Incumbents perform complex professional administrative and analytical work requiring substantial independent judgment and initiative. Employees at this level are assigned responsibility for major projects, programs, and functional areas and may serve as technical resources to department staff. Assignments frequently involve policy analysis, program development, budget and contract administration, grant management, and recommendations that affect departmental operations.

This classification is distinguished from the Administrative Analyst I by the complexity of assignments, greater decision-making independence, and responsibility for managing significant projects and program functions. Positions are flexibly staffed, and advancement to the II level may occur upon demonstrating the required competencies and meeting the qualifications for the higher classification.

Receives general supervision from assigned management staff.

Receives direction from assigned management staff. May provide technical and functional direction to lower-level staff.

• Plan, coordinate, and conduct administrative and operational duties and analysis, and recommend solutions based on findings.
• Design, develop, and coordinate the implementation and evaluation of departmental administrative and operational systems and procedures.
• Create and maintain databases from a variety of internal and external sources; monitor development and input of data.
• Develop new program elements and program modifications related to the area of assignment to meet goals and objectives; perform analytical work and maintain appropriate records and statistics.
• Respond to complaints and requests for information from the public and City staff; research requested information and determine appropriate resolutions.
• Monitor the budget daily; review purchase requisitions to ensure funds are available and the request is authorized; manage and analyze multiple Federal, State, and local funding sources.
• Prepare grant proposals; monitor active grants to ensure that stipulations and regulations regarding the use of funds are met; and maintain appropriate records.
• Prepare and administer contracts.
• Participate in meetings or committees when assigned.
• Prepare, maintain, and coordinate a variety of federal, state, and City reports and surveys.
• Audit, input, and validate relevant data in various software programs.
• Compile and coordinate a variety of information and resources for department staff.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
• Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Methods and techniques of research and data collection, including survey design.
• Tools, techniques, and terminology used in statistical data analysis.
• Principles and practices of modern office administration and recordkeeping.

• Learn to plan, coordinate, and conduct research, analytical studies, and surveys related to assigned department programs and activities.
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