Definition & Distinguishing Characteristics
Colusa County offers a 3% at 60 Classic Retirement formula and at 2% @ 62 formula for New Members!
The County of Colusa is seeking motivated, analytical, and collaborative professionals for the position of Management Analyst I/II within the County Administrative Office! This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who enjoy working on meaningful projects, analyzing complex issues, and partnering with leadership to support effective County operations. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver who enjoys building relationships, collaborating across departments, and working with regional partners, agencies, and community stakeholders to develop solutions and advance initiatives that positively impact the future of Colusa County.
The Management Analyst I classification is designed to provide a strong foundation for professional growth through progressively responsible assignments and exposure to a broad range of administrative and analytical work.
The Management Analyst II classification builds upon that foundation by offering opportunities to perform increasingly complex assignments, exercise greater independent judgment, and support initiatives that advance the County's strategic goals.
If you want your work to matter - and to see the results directly - this is the place. Join a collaborative organization where your work directly supports the Board of Supervisors, advances strategic County initiatives, and helps deliver high-quality public services to the residents of Colusa County! To learn more about this position, please check out the job description pages HERE .
This recruitment is open until filled. It is to your advantage to submit an application as soon as possible, as the recruitment may close at any time following application re view on August 9 , 2026.
Selection Procedure - The following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process:
What's this Job All About?
The Management Analyst I/II is a position within the County Administrative Office that plays an integral role in supporting executive leadership and the Board of Supervisors. This position performs administrative, fiscal, legislative, and policy analysis; assists with budget development and monitoring; coordinates special projects; prepares reports and recommendations; and works with departments, partner agencies, and regional organizations to help guide informed decision-making and effective County operations.
As a member of the County Administrative Office, the Management Analyst I/II will support a small, high-impact team that works on initiatives affecting the entire organization. This position provides the opportunity to contribute to policy and legislative analysis, budget development, Board of Supervisors materials, and special projects involving County departments and regional partners. From supporting strategic initiatives to coordinating programs such as groundwater sustainability efforts with the Colusa Groundwater Authority and partner agencies, this role offers the opportunity to analyze complex issues, foster collaboration, and see the direct impact of your work on the future of Colusa County.
Embracing the Colusa County Work Culture
At Colusa County, working as a Management Analyst I/II means being part of a collaborative organization where your ideas and contributions are valued. Colusa County offers a genuine small-town quality of life, a close-knit team environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through your work. You’ll have direct access to County leadership, the opportunity to build relationships across departments and with external partners, and the ability to take ownership of projects that support the residents and future of Colusa County.
The County leadership team values work-life balance. We know everyone works hard on a daily basis and needs to know they are valued and appreciated. This means that we understand when you want time off to coach baseball, attend a ballet recital, or take a fur family member to the vet. When your workload seems (or is) overwhelming, people are always at the ready to assist in getting the job done. We support one another’s growth professionally and personally. While we work hard and play hard, the future Management Analyst I/II will be joining a team who understands there must be a work-life fit.
What are the benefits
COLUSA COUNTY : NAVIGATING EXCELLENCE, SERVING OUR COMMUNITY!
Supervision & Examples of Duties
Receives general direction from the County Administrative Officer, Assistant County Administrative Officer, or their designee. May provide lead direction on assigned projects, but does not exercise formal supervision over staff
Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Management Analyst I
Experience:
Equivalent to some professional administrative, fiscal, or policy-related experience involving research, analysis, or program support.
Education:
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Economics, Finance, Environmental Policy, Public Policy, Natural Resources, or a related field.
Licensing or Certifications:
May require possession of a valid California driver’s license.
Management Analyst II
Experience:
Four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in administrative, fiscal, policy, or legislative analysis, preferably within a public agency or County Administrative Office environment.
Education:
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Economics, Finance, Environmental Policy, Public Policy, Natural Resources, or a related field.
Licensing or Certifications:
May require possession of a valid California driver’s license.
Supplemental Information
Management Analyst I: $5,621 - $ 9,227 MONTHLY
Management Analyst II: $5,906 - $9,695 MONTHLY
Colusa County offers an excellent benefit package. For a summary of current benefits, please click here: 2026 Benefit Summary
Closing Date/Time: 8/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Colusa County offers a 3% at 60 Classic Retirement formula and at 2% @ 62 formula for New Members!
The County of Colusa is seeking motivated, analytical, and collaborative professionals for the position of Management Analyst I/II within the County Administrative Office! This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who enjoy working on meaningful projects, analyzing complex issues, and partnering with leadership to support effective County operations. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver who enjoys building relationships, collaborating across departments, and working with regional partners, agencies, and community stakeholders to develop solutions and advance initiatives that positively impact the future of Colusa County.
The Management Analyst I classification is designed to provide a strong foundation for professional growth through progressively responsible assignments and exposure to a broad range of administrative and analytical work.
The Management Analyst II classification builds upon that foundation by offering opportunities to perform increasingly complex assignments, exercise greater independent judgment, and support initiatives that advance the County's strategic goals.
If you want your work to matter - and to see the results directly - this is the place. Join a collaborative organization where your work directly supports the Board of Supervisors, advances strategic County initiatives, and helps deliver high-quality public services to the residents of Colusa County! To learn more about this position, please check out the job description pages HERE .
This recruitment is open until filled. It is to your advantage to submit an application as soon as possible, as the recruitment may close at any time following application re view on August 9 , 2026.
Selection Procedure - The following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process:
- Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. All relevant work experience, training, and education must be included to determine eligibility.
- Screening for minimum qualifications: August 9 , 2026 .
- Successful applicants will be notified of the dates for first interviews and executive-level interviews once they have been scheduled.
What's this Job All About?
The Management Analyst I/II is a position within the County Administrative Office that plays an integral role in supporting executive leadership and the Board of Supervisors. This position performs administrative, fiscal, legislative, and policy analysis; assists with budget development and monitoring; coordinates special projects; prepares reports and recommendations; and works with departments, partner agencies, and regional organizations to help guide informed decision-making and effective County operations.
As a member of the County Administrative Office, the Management Analyst I/II will support a small, high-impact team that works on initiatives affecting the entire organization. This position provides the opportunity to contribute to policy and legislative analysis, budget development, Board of Supervisors materials, and special projects involving County departments and regional partners. From supporting strategic initiatives to coordinating programs such as groundwater sustainability efforts with the Colusa Groundwater Authority and partner agencies, this role offers the opportunity to analyze complex issues, foster collaboration, and see the direct impact of your work on the future of Colusa County.
Embracing the Colusa County Work Culture
At Colusa County, working as a Management Analyst I/II means being part of a collaborative organization where your ideas and contributions are valued. Colusa County offers a genuine small-town quality of life, a close-knit team environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through your work. You’ll have direct access to County leadership, the opportunity to build relationships across departments and with external partners, and the ability to take ownership of projects that support the residents and future of Colusa County.
The County leadership team values work-life balance. We know everyone works hard on a daily basis and needs to know they are valued and appreciated. This means that we understand when you want time off to coach baseball, attend a ballet recital, or take a fur family member to the vet. When your workload seems (or is) overwhelming, people are always at the ready to assist in getting the job done. We support one another’s growth professionally and personally. While we work hard and play hard, the future Management Analyst I/II will be joining a team who understands there must be a work-life fit.
What are the benefits
- A beautiful, safe community in which to work and serve
- A job with WORK-LIFE BALANCE
- A LIFETIME PAYCHECK(3% @ 60 for Classic Members and 2% @ 62 for New Members) - As long as you work for 5 years and vest in the CalPERS system, you will receive a retirement paycheck for the rest of your life.
- Amazing health care BENEFITS at NO COST to you - Unless you choose a premium health care plan.
- Authentically kind and engaged leadership who truly enjoy developing staff
- 457 Deferred Compensation
- Management Leave: 10 days
- PAID vacation, PAID holidays (15), and PAID sick leave
- Vacation Parity! - Previous service with a public agency counts towards vacation accrual at Colusa County (Includes cities, counties, districts, military and similar entities.) To learn more about vacation parity please see our benefit summary.)
COLUSA COUNTY : NAVIGATING EXCELLENCE, SERVING OUR COMMUNITY!
Supervision & Examples of Duties
Receives general direction from the County Administrative Officer, Assistant County Administrative Officer, or their designee. May provide lead direction on assigned projects, but does not exercise formal supervision over staff
Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Management Analyst I
Experience:
Equivalent to some professional administrative, fiscal, or policy-related experience involving research, analysis, or program support.
Education:
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Economics, Finance, Environmental Policy, Public Policy, Natural Resources, or a related field.
Licensing or Certifications:
May require possession of a valid California driver’s license.
Management Analyst II
Experience:
Four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in administrative, fiscal, policy, or legislative analysis, preferably within a public agency or County Administrative Office environment.
Education:
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Economics, Finance, Environmental Policy, Public Policy, Natural Resources, or a related field.
Licensing or Certifications:
May require possession of a valid California driver’s license.
Supplemental Information
Management Analyst I: $5,621 - $ 9,227 MONTHLY
Management Analyst II: $5,906 - $9,695 MONTHLY
Colusa County offers an excellent benefit package. For a summary of current benefits, please click here: 2026 Benefit Summary
Closing Date/Time: 8/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
County of Colusa
The County of Colusa, nestled in the heart of the Sacramento Valley approximately 60 miles north of Sacramento and 100 miles northeast of the San Francisco Bay Area, is a vibrant community rich in history and tradition and, offering a wonderful environment in which to live, work and play. The County, with approximately 22,000 residents, includes two incorporated cities; Colusa, which is the county seat, and Williams. The local economy is largely agriculturally based producing crops valued at more than $900 million each year and exporting farm commodities throughout the United States and to about seventy countries worldwide.
County government business is still conducted within the antebellum court house which was built in 1861 and has operated continuously ever since. The County’s annual General Fund budget is roughly $28 million; the total budget is about $78 million. The workforce is comprised of approximately 350 full-time equivalent positions that are assigned to five represented bargaining units.
Colusa County also offers many diverse outdoor recreational opportunities and is considered to be a sportsman’s paradise. The Sacramento River meanders through the County. Portions of five national protected areas are located within the county: Butte Sink Wildlife Refuge; Colusa National Wildlife Refuge; Delevan National Wildlife Refuge; Mendocino National Forest and; Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge. Recreational opportunities such as hiking, bird watching, camping and water sports abound. The Sacramento River and local lakes, offer world class fishing
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