Administrative Analyst III (Fixed Term) - Department of Health & Human Services

ABOUT US

At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website . Read on to find out more about this opportunity.

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
At Health & Human Services, we serve our community through the values of support, unity, trust and excellence with one common goal: to promote and protect the health, well-being, safety and self-sufficiency of all in Marin. Join our team of bright, committed, and energetic people who also want to make an impact through public service.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking a highly skilled Administrative Analyst III for the Planning and Administration Division to advance key departmental initiatives. This fixed-term position will lead, coordinate, and analyze programs critical to enhancing organizational performance and employee engagement.

The incumbent will manage the implementation of the HHS Employee Engagement Strategy, providing oversight for initiatives that strengthen organizational culture, promote workforce equity, and improve employee morale and performance. Additionally, the role will coordinate the Department’s readiness for Department Operations Center (DOC) activations, and support activations as appropriate, ensuring effective emergency preparedness and response across departmental divisions. The position will also administer the two-year Homelessness Prevention Pilot, managing fiscal oversight, data collection, and performance reporting to evaluate program effectiveness.

Reporting to the HHS Director, the Administrative Analyst III will work collaboratively with executive leadership, managers, and staff across all HHS divisions. The position involves cross-departmental coordination, project management, policy analysis, and the preparation of reports and presentations for both internal and external stakeholders. This position plays a critical role in operationalizing the HHS Strategic Plan 2025-2028 and directly contributes to improved service delivery and community outcomes.

FIXED TERM
This is a two (2) year fixed-term position and is budgeted through December 31, 2028. However, there may be opportunities for the hired individual during this time-period to move to a regular, ongoing position as other vacancies or promotional opportunities occur, or the position may be funded and convert to an ongoing position. Fixed-term employment ends when the position’s funding finishes, or the work is completed. Employees in these positions are exempted from the County’s policies regarding lay-off order and reduction-in-force rights.

ABOUT YOU

OUR HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE
Our highly qualified candidate is an analytical, collaborative professional with strong experience in public administration and project management. They can manage cross-divisional initiatives, analyze data to inform recommendations, and prepare clear reports and presentations for diverse audiences.

They are committed to equity and inclusion, fostering employee engagement and a positive organizational culture. The highly qualified candidate also has experience with budget and contract oversight and familiarity with emergency preparedness processes. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment, are essential.

This position is ideal for a self-directed, detail-oriented professional who is motivated to make a measurable impact on organizational performance, employee engagement, and community outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of public administration, public agency organization and human resources administration.
• Organization, function and administrative structure of public agencies, including the role of an elected Board.
• Techniques of planning and performing administrative, budgetary, operational, human resources or organizational analysis, including project management.
• Practices of contract negotiation and administration.
• Applicable laws, codes, regulations and ordinances.
• Principles of budget preparation and administration, particularly in a public agency.
• Principles and practices of equal employment opportunity, affirmative action and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
• Principles of job analysis, recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, employee relations and risk management in a public agency.
• Research methodology, data analysis and statistical sampling techniques.
• Computer applications related to the work, including spreadsheets and basic methods of graphic presentation.
• Techniques for dealing effectively with departmental and employee representatives, members of various public and private organizations and the public in individual or group settings.
• Basic supervisory principles and practices.

Ability to:

• Plan and carry out various analytical studies in area(s) of assignment.
• Gather and analyze a variety of data, evaluate alternatives and reach sound conclusions.
• Interpret, apply and explain laws, rules, regulations and policies.
• Use sound, independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
• Organize own work, coordinate multiple projects and meet critical deadlines.
• Prepare clear, concise and accurate reports, correspondence, policies, procedures and other written materials.
• Communicate orally, including making presentations of findings, recommendations and policies before public officials, other officials, employees, employee representatives and community groups, in order to gain concurrence and cooperation through discussion and consensus building.
• Recognize and resolve problems of a sensitive political nature, analyze situations, select alternatives, recognize consequences of proposed actions, negotiate mutually satisfactory solutions to problems and implement recommendations.
• Use computer applications effectively, including spreadsheets and basic graphics.
• Plan and direct the work of others on a project or day-to-day basis.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Represent the County effectively in meetings with groups and individuals, including making effective oral presentations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge and skills listed. Typically, graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, public policy or a field related to the work and three years of professional level experience performing administrative, budgetary, operational, management or organizational analysis work. At least one year of the required professional experience must have included journey level experience in the area of assignment. Additional professional level work experience performing administrative, budgetary, operational, management or organizational analysis may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.

COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .

Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.

Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.

Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.

IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.

Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.

For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.

*IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 1/5/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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