Senior Administrative Analyst

Description

This class ification is used in various City departments. Under general supervision, provides administrative staff assistance by performing complex professional administrative duties and assisting in the coordination of departmental activities. Performs administrative studies employing independent judgment and initiative in assisting in the determination of departmental policies, programs and operating procedures. Coordinates various functions for which the department is responsible and supervises the proper performance of routine departmental activities. Performs and takes the lead in a variety of complex research projects. Makes independent work procedures for efficiency and economy and assists in the preparation of the department’s annual budget on the basis of this information. Maintains liaison with other City departments. Performs related work as required. This is a CHPEA union position. The hours of work for this position are 40 per week.

Currently, there are three (3) vacancies in various City departments:

• Department of Families, Children & Youth (DFCY) - One (1)
• Health & Human Services (HHS) - One (1)
• Department of Development Services (DDS) - One (1)

DFCY - Incumbent corrdinates various functions for which the department is responsible and supervises the proper performance of routine departmental activities, specifically, the Child Day Care (CDC) program that administers the CDC grant. Performs and takes the lead in a variety of complex research projects as well as reporting requirements of the CDC grant. Monitors and ensures appropriate grant usage and compliance with applicable regulations, laws, and strict financial guidelines. Addresses any deviations or non-compliance issues to prevent negative impact on grant-funded operations. Performs related work as required.

Preferred areas of experience in grant administration, management, and/or compliance.

HHS - Vacancy is located within the Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) project. Incumbent facilitates and coordinates professional development activities; provides direct weekly support to project staff and assists in monitoring contracts. Conducts data collection and supports program managers and team leaders with data analysis and management activities. Develops and utilizes data tracking systems for referral networks and evaluation of project performance indicators; compiles local and CDC project reports for publication and electronic dissemination. Performs related work as required.

Preferred areas of experience inpublic health, overdose crisis or social services.

DDS - Vacancy is located in the Division of Blight Remediation. Performs complex professional administrative duties within the Blight Remediation division. Responsible for collecting and tracking data. Compiles data-driven reports to support deparmental goals. Conducts research, including but not limited to identifying chain of titles and land records. Responsible for generating official orders and notices. Serves as a primary liaison with property owners and blight inspectors. Performs related work as required.

Preferred areas of experience in economic development, housing, real estate development, or blight property lien process.

**The vacancies within the Department of Families, Children, and Youth and the Department of Health and Human Services are grant funded, renewable per term of contract. The City of Hartford is not obligated to fund this position upon termination of funding .**

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The examination will consist of rating your training and experience as contained on your application. It may also include a written test, an oral test, or a combination thereof. All parts of the examination, including tests and ratings, will be related to the requirements of the position. The examination will be designed to measure the following:

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of public administration with special emphasis on municipal administration related to assigned departmental activities
  
• Municipal, State and Federal government powers and purposes.
  

Ability to:

• Perform independently, difficult research assignments and to prepare complex clerical reports
  
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with municipal officials, department heads, employees and the general public
  
• Prepare and present ideas effectively in oral and written communications
  
• Identify problems related to the areas of assignment and to make sound recommendations for their solution.
  

Qualifications

Open to all applicants who meet the following minimum qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited four year college or university, with major coursework in public administration, business administration, political science, economics, or a closely related field AND one (1) year of increasingly responsible administrative experience in public service or business organizations, with emphasis on public administration, business administration, or statistical analysis

A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration, political science, economics may be substituted for one (1) year of the experience requirement.

An equivalency combination of not less than six years of education and/or work experience may be substituted for education and experience. A substitutable year of education will normally be interpreted as the achievement of not less than 30 course credits in courses above the high school level and related to the public administration curriculum or the special area of assignment. A substitutable year of work experience will normally be interpreted as full-time responsible administrative work assessed on the basis of 1,820 work hours annually.

A COPY OF YOUR DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION. A DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT SUBMITTED WILL BE VERIFIED BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.

HARTFORD RESIDENCY PREFERRED: A completed CITY OF HARTFORD RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.

APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY, INCLUDING REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT PROPER DOCUMENTATION SHALL RESULT IN YOUR DISQUALIFICATION.

APPLICATIONS VIA FACSIMILE OR EMAIL ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

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Other Information

If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 3- 12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules, and regulations.

ALL CORRESPONDENCE AND INFORMATION CONCERNING THE APPLICATION AND TESTING PROCESS WILL OCCUR THROUGH EMAIL, UNLESS OTHERWISE REQUESTED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:
Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form along with a DD214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.

The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.



Closing Date/Time: 1/14/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

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