Management Analyst

Overview

The City of Paso Robles invites driven, forward-thinking professionals to apply for a Management Analyst position in the City Manager’s Office. This highly collaborative role sits at the center of City operations, working with executive leadership and departments across the organization to advance Citywide priorities through data-driven analysis, strategic planning, project management, and impactful communication. The ideal candidate is adaptable, analytical, and energized by balancing competing priorities while contributing to initiatives that shape the City and positively impact the community.

Final date to receive applications: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:00am

Tentative Interviews: Tuesday, March 3, 2026

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit an employment application, resume, and cover letter describing your interest and how your skills and experience relate to the position of Management Analyst by the deadline above.

Nestled in California’s Central Coast, Paso Robles offers a blend of small-town charm, natural beauty, and opportunity. The city is known for its wine region, vibrant downtown, and high quality of life. The surrounding area provides cultural, educational, and recreational attractions, including Cal Poly in nearby San Luis Obispo, historic sites along Highway 1, and local wineries, beaches, and outdoor activities.

Today, Paso Robles is a premier wine region with a growing community and a welcoming business environment.

The City of Paso Robles operates under the Council-Manager form of government. As of 2025, the City has a population of approximately 31,061 and a total annual budget of $145.7 million. The City provides a full range of essential services and is governed by a five-member City Council plus a City Treasurer; the City Manager serves as the Chief Executive Officer and appoints non-elected staff, with certain exceptions.

The City is a full-service municipality employing staff across Administrative Services, City Manager’s Office, Community Development, Community Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Police, Public Works, and Utilities.

• Work with the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and other staff to develop and execute strategies for public information, marketing, and communication of City projects, programs, and initiatives.
• Assist in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for internal and external strategic communications.
• Develop and disseminate communication materials (news releases, infographics, brochures, flyers, social media posts, newsletters, website content) to inform the community about City government news, policy issues, events, and services.
• Analyze public interest and understanding of City programs through focus groups, social media, surveys, and other methods; advise management on findings and strategies.
• Evaluate communications effectiveness and opportunities to improve relations with customers, residents, stakeholders, and employees.
• Assist in creating and disseminating messaging to City staff and engaging feedback from the workforce.
• Develop written communications to support proactive and reactive strategies, including media statements and spokesperson materials as needed.
• Analyze and interpret information on budgets, legislation, grants, programs, assets, contracts, and staffing; prepare periodic or special reports.
• Provide recommendations on policies, procedures, organization, methods, programs, and budget coordination.
• Participate in budget preparation and administration; monitor expenditures and conduct short and long-term departmental planning.
• Administer and oversee departmental and cross-departmental studies, projects, programs, and initiatives.
• Prepare and present reports with recommendations, data, impacts, options, and conclusions.
• Collaborate with managers and staff to obtain accurate information and support decision making.
• Prepare revenue estimates and forecasts; monitor operating and capital budgets, grants, and contracts; identify and adjust budgets as needed.
• Respond to questions from outside agencies,…