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Management Analyst II - Public Works

THE POSITION

The City of Dublin, a dynamic and growing community, is seeking an experienced Management Analyst II responsible for providing analytical support to the Public Works Department. The Management Analyst II will provide assistance in areas such as: department and program budget management and coordination; consultant, contractor, and vendor solicitation (RFP/RFQ); contract compliance, task order and purchase order processing and tracking; Federal and State funding requirement reporting; supervision of support staff, workload analysis and staffing projections; City Council report writing and presentations; and related operations activities. The Management Analyst II will strive to identify process and systems improvements throughout the department, developing frameworks to implement such improvements and key performance indicators to demonstrate whether the improvement has created value for the organization.   Most importantly, the City is looking for an enthusiastic, creative individual who enjoys varied work assignments and is effective in working with others.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
The following key elements describe the basic duties and responsibilities of the position:
 
  • Oversight, coordination, preparation, and review of Department operational and program budgets, with support from Department managers.
  • Assists in planning and coordinating assigned projects and programs (e.g., general citywide maintenance, new development, capital improvement projects, clean water program, etc.).
  • Conducts research and analysis on assigned projects, programs, and issues; identifies alternatives, formulates conclusions; and prepares and presents reports and recommendations.
  • Assists in evaluating and administering contract services.
  • Plans, organizes and conducts studies addressing municipal operational issues and concerns.
  • Confers with City Staff, employees and others on a variety of issues in assigned program and project areas.
  • Prepares and presents clear and concise written and oral reports.
  • Attends on and off-site meetings during day and evening hours.
  • Provides assistance to the public and others on the phone and in person.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

MANAGEMENT ANALYST ROTATIONAL ASSIGNMENT PROGRAM
The City of Dublin recently implemented a rotational assignment program for the Management Analyst classification. As a participant in the program, the Management Analyst will be placed in the Department for a two-year assignment. Following this, the Management Analyst will have the opportunity to gain experience working in another City Department. This unique professional growth and development program is designed to give the Management Analyst the opportunity to establish or hone core competencies to help them advance on to successful careers in local government. In addition, program participants may also be assigned to special projects, either within or outside of their Department, to diversify work experience and augment the participant's career growth. 

QUALIFICATIONS
  1. Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, majoring in Public or Business Administration or in a closely related field is required. A Master's degree in Public or Business Administration or in a closely related field is preferred.
  2. Experience: A minimum of two years of full-time professional experience in Public or Business Administration is required.
  3. Licenses, Certificates: Possession of a valid California Class C drivers’ license and C

Knowledge of:
  • The scope and function of municipal government.
  • Principles and practices associated with public administration including personnel, budgeting and information systems.
  • Research techniques, sources and availability of information, and methods of report preparation and presentation.
  • Principles of effective public relations and communications with customers.
  • Knowledge of local, state and federal laws, policies, regulations and resources associated with assigned program area (e.g., budget, purchasing and procurement, Public Contract Code, Federal and Department of Industrial Relations wage requirements, personnel, waste management, risk management, etc.).

Ability to:
  • Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions and make recommendations.
  • Plan, organize and conduct projects and studies as assigned.
  • Prepare and present reports and recommendations.
  • Communicate effectively both in writing and verbally.
  • Use a personal computer and relevant programs (e.g. Excel, Word, databases (GIS, Access or others), video conferencing programs, etc.).
  • Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with those contacted in the course of work.
  • Work independently under minimal supervision.
  • Balance multiple tasks concurrently with a focus on schedules, deadlines, and budgets.

BENEFITS
The City of Dublin offers an attractive salary compensation and benefits plan in a professional, growth-oriented environment. The salary range for the MANAGEMENT ANALYST II position is $8,212 - $10,267 per month. The following benefits will complete the compensation package:

  •  Classic CalPERS Members – 2.7%@55; EPMC 0%; 7% Cost Sharing; Single Highest Year
  • New CalPERS Members Tier effective 1/1/13 – 2.0%@62; 3.05 Cost Sharing; 3-Year Final Avg. Compensation
  • Pay-for-Performance system available
  • Choice of medical plans through PERS with the City contributing up to $1,900 per month.
  • Post-retirement medical provided under Government Code Section 22892(b) as established by the Public Employees’ Medical and Hospital Care Act (PEMHCA) through CalPERS; PEMHCA Minimum.
  • City-paid full family dental insurance
  • City-paid single vision plan; optional family coverage
  • IRS Section 125 plan/$1,000 annual account seed money (HRA)
  • City-paid $50,000 term life insurance
  • City-paid long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Education reimbursement program
  • Wellness reimbursement program $25 per month
  • Civic Service Leave (Volunteer time off) – 8 hours per fiscal year
  • Fourteen paid holidays (including two floating holiday) per year.
  • Administrative Time Off – 40 hours of administrative leave annually, with the option of being paid for up to 20 hours
  • Approximately 22 days per year of General Leave in lieu of traditional sick & vacation leave; increases with longevity
 
In addition to the above benefits, the City offers voluntary participation in a deferred compensation program, short-term disability program, supplemental life insurance, Dependent Care Assistance program and a credit union. The City of Dublin does not participate in the Social Security system except for a mandatory Medicare.