DescriptionThis role will be primarily based in the Elections Division. The individual hired will be expected to work overtime during peak election periods. Candidates with election experience are highly encouraged to apply.An additional 6% salary increase will occur in October 2024. Under general direction, the Staff Analyst plans, directs, evaluates, and participates in the work of administrative and technical support for a department; performs and manages the most complex and specialized work for the department; and performs other work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a single class, journey-level position responsible for technical, financial, analytical and project management assignments in the department. Incumbents work with independence performing work that is difficult and complex.
REPORTS TO
Department Head, or designee
CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED
May supervise technical or support staff
TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office environment; continuous contact with other staff; frequent contact with other agencies, vendors and the public; may be required to travel for trainings and meetings; occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
Example of Duties(The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)
Reviews and analyzes departmental operations, policies, and procedures.
Gathers and studies data regarding department operations; reviews and analyzes organizational studies, policies, procedures, budgetary requirements and other aspects of agency operations; prepares reports and makes recommendations on department policies, procedures, and operations.
Reviews and analyzes legislation, state mandated regulations and procedures and relevant court decisions to determine impact on dept. operations; makes recommendations for necessary actions.
Handles the highly specialized assignments, such as acting as the staff development officer, budget officer, or program analysis manager with department-wide responsibilities.
Prepares and presents agenda items and staff reports for the Board of Supervisors meetings
Represents the department in meetings with personnel from other departments and agencies.
May assign, coordinate and schedule the work of departmental staff
Determines training and development needs.
Identifies, develops and coordinates resources for all departmental training and staff development and/or directs and advises unit staff in the area of training and staff development, including workshops, training programs, and on-the-job training sessions.
Conducts and/or coordinates workshops and training sessions on a variety of topics, including but not limited to technical skills, program areas, customer service skills and safety
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum QualificationsAny combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
EITHER
One (1) year of experience performing duties comparable to the Management Analyst I for the County of San Benito;
OR
Two (2) years of experience performing a broad range of professional, analytical, and administrative duties in the areas of general administration, personnel, fiscal, staff development, or program analysis work.
AND
A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
Note: Additional years of the required experience can substitute for two years of the required education on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License.
May be required to successfully pass a background and criminal fingerprint check.
Knowledge Of/Ability ToKnowledge of:
General principles of public and business administration.
Effective project management methods and techniques
Agency organization and departmental relationships.
Departmental program goals, requirements, and operations; and community needs and resources.
Principles and practices of employee training and development.
Effective communication, facilitation methods, and aids used for training programs and presentations.
Principles and practices of effective supervision.
Ability to:
Plan, organize, and coordinate large projects and staff trainings
Analyze problems, select alternatives, determine project consequence of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of departmental objectives.
Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, and regulations as they relate to various areas of responsibility.
Collect, interpret, and evaluate narrative and statistical data pertaining to fiscal and management matters.
Provide verbal and written technical direction to others.
Communicate effectively in writing in order to prepare a variety of reports, correspondence, and memoranda.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Interpret and apply equal opportunity laws, civil service regulations, and provisions of contracts, ordinances, and negotiated agreements and other regulations or policies relating to personnel.
Plan, coordinate, and implement training programs.
Speak effectively and convey ideas clearly while facilitating group discussions and training sessions
Selection Process: All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) which may include a written practical component to determine placement on the eligible list.
In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. SAN BENITO COUNTY BENEFITS FOR MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES (This is meant to be an overview of benefits only. For full benefit terms and conditions, please see MOU)
Employees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits:
Pay Day: Employees are paid bi-weekly.
Insurance Deductions: The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly, normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly.
Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Newly hired MEG employees may be eligible for higher vacation accrual rate for previous public sector experience (verification required). Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit.
- 5 to 9 years of service = 15 days per year
- 10 to 14 years of service = 18 days per year
- 15 + years of service = 20 days per year
Administrative Leave: Management employees receive 80 hours of administrative leave per calendar year. Forty (40) unused hours can be paid out at the end of the calendar year. Administrative leave is pro-rated.
Holidays: 13.5 holidays (including 3 floating) for most employees. Safety officers and dispatchers receive approximately 5% holiday pay in addition to their base pay in lieu of paid holidays off.
Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply.
Medical Plan: Comprehensive CalPERS medical plans available for full-time employees. Employees appointed to a regular position at a time base of 50% or higher are eligible to participate.
Increase County contributions to medical effective January 2024.
a. Employee Only: $750.00, which would include the PEMHCA Minimum
b. Employee Plus One: $1,250.00, which would include the PEMHCA Minimum
c. Family: $1,515.00, which would include the PEMHCA Minimum
The County's contribution above shall be prorated for positions that are less than .90 FTE rounding to the nearest one-quarter time.
HRA: Employee Only Medical Plan: $1,500 maximum
Employee Plus One Medical Plan: $3,000 maximum.
Employee Plus Family Medical Plan: $4,000 maximum.
Employees who are eligible to receive a "cash in lieu of' enrollment in the County's medical plan shall receive a taxable payment of $150 monthly (pro-rated into biweekly installments of $69.23).
Dental Plan: County contributes $30 to Delta Dental plan for full-time employees and their families.
Vision Plan: The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to full-time employees only.
Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents.
Life Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Voluntary life insurance plans available.
Disability Insurance: Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance.
Credit Union: Membership to the Santa Clara Federal Credit Union is available to San Benito County employees.
Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Three 457 plans are available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply.
Retirement: Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees' Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit.
All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS.
Supplemental Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances.
Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and Dependent Care available, pre-tax deductions.
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I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed.
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Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses.
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Please indicate your highest level of education.
- Did not complete high school or equivalent
- High School, GED, or equivalent
- Some College
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or higher
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Do you obtain management experience? If so, please describe.
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How many years of experience do you obtain performing a broad range of professional, analytical, and administrative duties in the areas of general administration, personnel, fiscal, staff development, or program analysis work? Please describe.
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Do you obtain election experience?
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This position requires overtime during peak election periods. Are you available to commit to this schedule?
Required Question
Closing Date/Time: 9/6/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
