PRINCIPAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST

Salary : $100,116.00 - $128,064.00 Annually Location : Monterey Park, CA Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 24-51FT Department: City Manager's Office Opening Date: 10/23/2024 Closing Date: 11/11/2024 11:59 PM Pacific Current vacancy is in the City Manager's office (1). This list may be used to fill future vacancies in other departments. APPLICATION FILING PERIOD This recruitment is set to close on Monday, November 11, 2024. It is in applicants' best interest to submit their application material as early as possible as this job posting may be closed at any time with or without notice. POSITION The Principal Management Analyst is a key staff member providing research, analysis, input and recommendations on various special projects, assignments, and daily tasks for the department. You will assist with policy development, researching and analyzing proposals for programs, grants and services, and preparation/management of department budget. This position manages state and federal grants, prepares staff reports, and maintains professional relationships with vendors for contract management. You will have the opportunity to gain hands on experience with innovative leaders in a collaborative environment. Under administrative direction, the Principal Management Analyst participates in general administrative activities of the City Manager's office or a major city department; performs specialized, and difficult studies, and research projects; coordinates and supervises programs and activities; and does related work, as required. Positions in this class perform highly complex analytical and administrative work in the department to which assigned. Work assigned may involve the supervision of other professional, paraprofessional, technical and/or clerical employees. IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate for this position has experience with both Federal and State grant management, as well as budget management and implementation. You will be preparing Staff Reports for City Council meetings, in addition to maintaining professional relationships with multiple vendors relating to new and ongoing contracts. The incumbent will have had experience working closely with Executive level staff as well as City Council and residents. REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION MATERIALS Along with your on-line City application, please prepare a written response to the following prompt: The City of Monterey Park recently adopted the following Mission, Vision, and Value statements: Mission: The mission of the City of Monterey Park is to provide excellent service, foster growth and opportunity, and create a joyous and collaborative environment. Vision: The City of Monterey Park is an unparalleled team of thriving, innovative, and inclusive leaders. City Values: Communication, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, and Professionalism Using Microsoft Word, in 100 words or less, please explain how the City of Monterey Parks Mission, Vision, and Values align with your own personal and professional beliefs for success. Please save and attach as Your Name Written Response. (UPLOAD TO YOUR NEOGOV APPLICATION): NOTE: Your response will be scored on a pass/fail scale based on the following components: Clarity Grammar, tone, punctuation, and spelling Completeness Use of AI writing aids (use of AI writing aids will result in an automatic disqualification) REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES Independently plans, coordinates, develops, and participates in the administration of departmental programs or selected phases of such programs; assists in the development of departmental goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; conducts complex studies, research, and analysis, and prepares reports of recommendations for appropriate action; investigates, interprets, analyzes, and prepares recommendations in relation to proposals for new programs, grants, and services; researches and compiles information for grant applications and prepares grant proposals and applications as needed; participates in the preparation and administration of the departmental budget by coordinating related activities and compiling, reviewing, and analyzing request, and justifications; monitors state and federal legislation regarding assigned areas; interprets state, federal, and grant regulations, and assesses departmental or city compliance with same; develops programs or procedures in response to new legislation; develops cost analysis and impact statements related to changes in policies and procedures; prepares procedure manuals, policies, forms, administrative directives, budget requests, and a variety of correspondence; develops, prepares and delivers public presentation, including publicity and other materials for public presentation; attends City Council meetings and meetings of other Boards and Commissions and may make presentations or respond to questions regarding projects; works closely with other departments and outside agencies in exchanging information and coordinating activities; participate as a team leader or member of a city task force organized to address problems or issues related to governmental activities or community concerns; provide staff assistance to the City Council, Boards, and Commissions; supervise the personnel and activities of an assigned administrative area; and performs related work as required. QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES Education, Training, and Experience Any combination of training and/or experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in business administration, public administration, political science, or a closely related field; Master's Degree in public administration, business administration, or a closely related field is highly desirable. and Training or Experience: six (6) years of progressively responsible and varied experience in administrative, budgetary, or other management analysis, including at least two years in a governmental agency. Licenses and Certificates Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's license is required at the time of appointment and as a continuing condition of employment. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of: organization, operations, and problems of municipal government; theories, principles, and methods of public administration; research methods and procedures; principles, and practices of governmental budget development and administration; modern office methods, procedures, and equipment including computers and software applications; principles of supervision, departmental programs and operations of the department to which assigned. Ability to: communicate effectively both orally and in writing; relate effectively and courteously with city staff and public and private representatives; research, compile, analyze, and summarize statistical and technical data; prepare and present clear comprehensive and well-organized reports; efficiently organize and schedule work projects and meet established deadlines; properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies; review organizational issues from a global perspective; use a computer and variety of software programs; and interpret, explain, apply, and enforce a variety of rules and regulations, including grant requirements. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION NOTE: New hire candidates must show proof of full Covid vaccinations prior to being hired. Applicants with legal disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact the Human Resources Department at least five (5) days prior to the examination date. Following is a summary of the provided benefits. For further information, refer to the unit's Salary Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding. HOLIDAYS: 116 hours of paid holidays per year. VACATION: 80 hours of vacation each year plus eight additional hours for each year served beginning with the employee's sixth anniversary to a maximum of 200 hours per year. ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE: FLSA-exempt positions accrue 40 hours of administrative leave per fiscal year. SICK LEAVE: 88 hours annually. Upon retirement an employee is paid for 50% of accumulated sick leave and 25% paid upon separation. MEDICAL INSURANCE: The City contributes up to $1,450 per month toward medical insurance for employee, eligible dependents and retirees. Employees have a variety of medical insurance plans to choose from. Employees who waive City-paid medical coverage and present proof of insurance in a non-City employee's health insurance plan will receive $300 per month cash in lieu. DENTAL INSURANCE: The City contributes up to $100 per month toward dental insurance for the employee and eligible dependents. VISION INSURANCE: The City contributes up to $30 per month toward vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents. LIFE INSURANCE: The City provides a $100,000 life insurance policy. Additional life insurance is available. LONG TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE: The City pays the premium for long-term disability insurance for the employee. RETIREMENT: Employees are covered by the Public Employees' Retirement System at, 2.7%@55 (Classic), single highest year or 2%@62 (PEPRA), three average years, as determined by PEPRA. Classic members pay the full 8% and new members pay 7.25% of the employee contribution. The City does not participate in the Social Security System, except for the mandatory 1.45% Medicare contribution. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Regular, full-time employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Assistance Program that provides confidential counseling and consultation services for family, stress, financial and legal issues. MEDICARE: Employees pay the mandatory 1.45% Medicare contribution. CREDIT UNION: F & A Credit Union is available to employees. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Available to all employees who wish to participate. City contributes up to $100 per pay period for enrolled employees. BILINGUAL PAY: $50.00/month for the ability to speak a qualified second language. An additional $50.00/month available for the ability to translate documents in a qualified second language. Employees certified by the City as bilingual translators for both verbal and transcription receive $150/mo. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Those who have passed probation are eligible for reimbursement up to $4,500 annually for approved courses & books at Cal-State LA University tuition rates. DRUG/ALCOHOL FREE WORKPLACE: It is the policy of the City of Monterey Park to maintain a drug and alcohol free workplace. Applicants for City employment are expected to comply with this policy. IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT OF 1986: In compliance with IRCA of 1986, all new employees must verify identity and entitlement to work in the United States by providing required documentation. 01 What is your highest level of education completed? None High School Diploma or GED Associate Degree Bachelor Degree Master Degree 02 How many years of experience do you have working in municipal government? None less than 6 months more than 6 months, less than 1 year 1 year more than 1 year, less than 2 years 2 years 2 or more years 03 How many years of progressively responsible experience in budget administration, management analysis, project management, public administration, and contract preparation and management? None 1-2 years 3-4 years 5-6 years 6 years or more 04 Please describe your experience in budget administration, management analysis, project management, public administration, and contracts preparation and oversight. 05 Do you have experience in State and Federal grant preparation and management? Yes No 06 Describe your experience preparing State and Federal grant preparation and management. 07 Have you prepared staff reports? Yes No 08 Briefly describe your experience preparing staff reports. 09 Please select your experience level with Microsoft Office products, such as; Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. None Beginner Intermediate Advanced Expert 10 Do you have experience with Tyler Technology or any of their sister software's such as Munis or Eden? Yes No 11 Did you submit the required written response using Microsoft Word saved in the format mentioned above? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2024-11-04