Solano County

Senior Management Analyst / Management Analyst

(Depending on Experience)

Recruitment #09-103030-01

Approximate Salary:

70,143.12 - $98,038.80/year

Opening Date:

12/10/2009 12:10:00 PM

Closing Date:

6/17/2010 5:00:00 PM

Contact Information:

Rebecca Iacobucci (707)784-2357

Type of Recruitment:

Open until Filled

Work Locations:

Fairfield

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INTRODUCTION

The County of Solano is conducting a national search for an enthusiastic public service professional to join its County Administrator's Office as a Management Analyst.

THE POSITION

The successful candidate will have excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills and enjoy the challenge of a fast-paced work environment. The County's team-oriented approach to problem identification and process improvement provides a self-motivated individual with a wide range of opportunities for professional growth. The County Administrator's Office works with other management and line staff to realize the Board of Supervisors' strategic plan goals and objectives. Seeking knowledge and experience in:

Preparing and analyzing budgets
Preparing and reviewing Board Agenda items
Reviewing expenditure patterns and projecting revenue streams
Developing long-range planning objectives Fee and cost studies
Contract development and negotiation skills
Legislative and/or Economic Development issues/platforms
Conducting organizational, management and operational studies

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Assists in the development and installation of the County's annual budget; receives and analyzes departmental budget requests; reviews expenditure patterns; projects future revenues and expenditures; determines fund balances; calculates, compiles and presents assigned segments of total budget to co-workers, County Administrator and Board of Supervisors; provides liaison with department, Human Resources, Auditor-Controller and other representatives on matters related to the budget adoption process.

Consults with department managers and staff on operational, organizational and administrative issues; participates in the development of annual work plans, long-range planning objectives, agenda materials/strategies, operational policy and procedure.

Coordinates interdepartmental projects, implementation of policy and changes in service levels and delivery systems; provides consultative direction to managers on matters related to organizational and/or operational effectiveness.

Provides staff support to the County Administrator, Board of Supervisors and advisory groups; conducts studies of complex organizational and operational concerns; analyzes legislation, develop funding proposals, policy alternatives and strategies; prepares and presents reports and recommendations on such studies and administrative issues.

Represents the County Administrator and/or Board of Supervisors in dealing with representatives of other governmental agencies, civic groups, legislators, contractors and the public; responds to inquires and service delivery complaints; negotiates and monitors contracts; prepares public notices and news releases.

Assists in the development and implementation of fiscal plans and policies; prepares comprehensive budget documents; reviews and monitors overall expenditures and revenues.

May act on behalf of superiors as assigned; may be assigned specific operational authority over projects, services and/or operations; may assist in training of interns and/or entry level analysts.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education
Bachelor’s degree is required from an accredited college or university, preferably in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Science, or closely related field. AND

Experience
Senior Level requires- Five (5) years of work experience in the public sector involving fiscal operations and analysis, budget development, financial/budget analysis, legislative analysis, operational management, and general management of various County functions.

Journey Level requires - Four (4) years of work experience in the public sector involving fiscal operations and analysis, budget development, financial/budget analysis, legislative analysis, operational management, and general management of various County functions.

DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

All candidates must submit a copy of their college degree (verifying the degree, date earned and it must clearly show area of specialization ) or transcripts (verifying the courses and units completed). Failure to submit your degree or transcripts within 5 days from the final filing date will disqualify you from the recruitment. Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact your local college or university to learn where you can obtain this service.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
Any applicant, who indicates that they have a college degree or have taken any college units, must provide proof, even though the position may not require a degree or college units.

Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The results must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact your local college or university to learn where you can obtain this service.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to help determine your qualifications for this position and whether you continue in the recruitment process. Be sure to answer all questions thoroughly and completely. Omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. If you have no experience is a specific area, then state "no experience in this area."

Please describe your professional experience as it relates directly to this management analyst position in each of the following areas:

Preparation and presentation of reports to governing bodies.
Budget experience including information on budget preparation, analysis, revenue forecasting, corrective action plans and monitoring. Include organization size, budget amount and specifics on role played and level of responsibility.
Analyzing administrative and operational problems.
Coordination of projects involving two or more departments or jurisdictions.
Specific work experience related to Economic Development.
Knowledge of state and federal budgets, legislative process and local government platforms with specific experience of your roles in the process.
Experience preparing and monitoring grant proposals.

Discuss your concept of the role of a Management Analyst in the Solano County Administrator’s Office. What knowledge, abilities and skills do you believe to be most import for this position? Which of these qualifications are your particular strengths and how did you acquire them?

Describe how your education and experience uniquely qualify you for this opportunity.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license may be required.

This is an “at will” position and serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Independent travel is required.

BENEFITS

"SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER"

SALARY POLICIES - The starting salary is ordinarily the first rate shown on the front of the announcement. After satisfactory completion of approximately six months, a 5% salary advancement may be authorized. Thereafter, further increases are possible upon completion of additional periods of six months, twelve months, and eighteen months, assuming satisfactory service. Longevity, shift differential, bilingual, call back and stand by pay are provided for some classifications. Effective December 1, 1998, all new hires are required to participate in the Direct Deposit Program.

HOLIDAYS & VACATIONS – Regular full time employees receive twelve paid holidays per year, and accrue vacation at the rate of ten days per year. After three years of continuous service employees accrue vacation time at the rate of fifteen days per year and at the rate of twenty days per year after ten years. Senior and Executive management positions start earning vacation at a higher rate.

SICK LEAVE – Regular full time employees accumulate twelve sick leave days per year.

RETIREMENT - The county is a member of the Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS), and benefits are coordinated with Social Security. The County has reciprocity with all State PERS and County 1937 Act Retirement Systems agencies. PERS retirement for miscellaneous employees is based on a formula of 2.7% @55 with both employee and employer contributing. PERS safety retirement is based on a formula of 3.0% @ 50 or 2.0% @ 50 depending on the job classification. The County reports the employer’s contribution to PERS as salary, thereby increasing employees pay upon retirement.

PARS - County paid 2.7% @ 55 Miscellaneous Public Agency Retirement System (PARS) for other CalPers years of service not credited at 2.7% @ 55

LONGEVITY PAY - Qualified Candidates employed with a recognized California City or County covered agency service (2.5% @ 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35, in addition to the base salary for up to 15% max)

HEALTH BENEFITS - Employees and their dependents are eligible for vision and dental insurance with 100% of the cost paid by the County of Solano. The County also participates in a cafeteria medical plan administered by PERS HealthCare (eligibility is dependent upon job classification).

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - An Employee Assistance Program is also available.

OTHER BENEFITS – Employees also may elect to participate in a deferred compensation and the credit union. All County employees are eligible to purchase auto and/or home owners, renter insurance from Liberty Mutual Insurance. This is a group policy and therefore receive substantial savings on premiums. Life insurance is also available for employees. Managment employees are eligible for Long Term Disability insurance.

SELECTION PROCESS

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of a resume screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination. Depending on the job class, candidates may need to successfully pass a post-offer drug screening test prior to employment. All potential new hires (including new contract employees) and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented will be subject to a background and refenece check after contigent job offer is accepted. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. These provisions are subject to change.

HOW TO APPLY

All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement, (ie. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, certificates, DD-214) must be submitted with the Document Cover Sheet and are due within five (5) calendar days of the final filing date or within five (5) calendar days from application submittal if the recruitment is Open & Continuous or Open until Filled.

Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com to apply. Paper applications may be completed in person during office hours. Application should provide a detailed employment history that includes month and year of entry and departure for all positions with relevant job experience. All questions should be directed to Carlise Mickens, Human Resource Analyst at (707) 784-6188 Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EOE/AA

VETERANS PREFERENCE POINTS

To be eligible, you must be an applicant for initial County employment, have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF YOUR DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE, MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT WITHIN FIVE DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION. If you have a service connected disability, you must submit a recent award letter from the VA stating you are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons. Disability must be rated at least 10% to be eligible for disabled veteran's points. Veteran's preference 5 points Disabled Veterans 10 points.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you are a qualified individual with a disability, that is, someone who is able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need special testing arrangements, contact the Solano County Department of Human Resources at 707.784.4194, for a Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form. This form should be received in the Human Resources Department within 5 days from the final filing date of the recruitment. A staff member will contact you and advise you how to proceed.

IMPORTANT: If you are a Solano County employee with a disabling condition, and are unable to perform the essential functions of your present position with or without reasonable accommodation, you may be eligible for preferential certification to an alternative position. Please immediately notify the ADA Coordinator @ 707.784.4194 to initiate review of this option.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

PLEASE NOTE: All persons hired will be required to participate in the direct deposit program.

HIRING PROCEDURES - Depending on the number of qualified applicants received, the selection process may consist of a resume screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination. Candidates must be successful in each part of the examination. For Civil Service positions, the appointing authority is entitled to certification of the top five candidates by score.

BACKGROUND AND REFERENCE CHECKS - All potential new hires (including new contract employees) and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented will be subject to a background and refenece check after contigent job offer is accepted.

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE ACT – Depending on the applicant’s job class, prospective employees may be required to undergo a Urine Drug Test in accordance with the Solano County Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace Policy once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Solano County employees are subject to the provisions of the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the California Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990.

MEDICAL EXAMINATION - Prior to appointment you may be required to pass a medical examination. Candidates are encouraged not to quit or give notice to present employers until the medical examination has been completed and passed.

APPOINTMENT - At the time of appointment all candidates will be fingerprinted and required to execute an oath of allegiance to the United States and the State of California. You will also be required to offer proof that you are a lawfully admitted alien or U.S. citizen.

EXAMINATION APPEALS - For Civil Service positions, individuals selecting to appeal their disqualification in any phase of the examination process must submit a written statement to the Director of Human Resources, within five calendar days of the receipt of the action, indicating the action being appealed, their specific basis for the appeal and the relief sought.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD - All new positions are required to successfully complete a minimum probationary period of six to twelve months, depending upon the position. A probationary period does not apply to "at will" positions.

EXTRA HELP APPOINTMENTS - Appointments may be made from an eligible list for extra help (up to 999 hours/fiscal year, no benefits) positions.

DISASTER WORKERS - In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, County employees, in the event of a disaster are considered disaster workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.