Senior Administrative Analyst (Budget & Grants Administration)

Administrative Analyst

$48.55 - $62.55 per hour (DOQ)

Senior Administrative Analyst

$104,367 - 140,896 annual salary (DOQ)

Closing Date:July 21, 2024

Interviews:August 8, 2024

Anticipated Start Date:October 1, 2024

The Town of Los Gatos is looking to fill a vacancy in the Parks and Public Works Department at the Administrative Analyst or Senior Administrative Analyst level. This is an exciting career opportunity for individuals with a passion for budgeting in the public sector who can work independently and as part of a team.

The position reports to the Parks and Public Works Director and will be responsible for:

• Leading the development of the Department's operating budgets and monitoring personnel and non-personnel expenditures.

• Leading the development of the Town's Capital Budget Document.

• Working closely with the Town's Finance Department to monitor Department spending and implement fiscal policies.

• Providing guidance to the Director on financial and budget matters.

• Supporting staff on compliance with state and federal grant programs.

• Providing support and guidance to Department staff on fiscal issues and management.

For a complete list of duties see the job classifications for Administrative Analystand Senior Administrative Analyst. Both classifications are at-will, and the Senior Administrative Analyst classification is a management classification.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will possess excellent quantitative, analytical, and strategic thinking skills, and strong verbal and written communication skills. They will possess knowledge of municipal budgeting processes and procedures and be ready to grow their knowledge working for one of the largest Town departments. They must be proficient in Excel and can learn various financial software systems.

Administrative Analyst:This position is the journey-level of the administrative analysis job series. Incumbents are responsible for assigned tasks and projects that require the understanding and interpretation of laws, regulations, and policies that relate to assigned departments and areas of study.

Employees are expected to apply principles and concepts to work problems and have more developed writing skills. Incumbents typically meet pre-determined timelines but exercise latitude in using appropriate research methods, considering the relevance of internal and environmental factors to assignments, and the applicability of findings and recommendations.

Senior Administrative Analyst:This positionis an "At-Will," advanced journey level classification. Positions in this class are able to perform the full range of duties, as assigned, independently with only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise. This classification is distinguished by the high degree of independence and level of responsibility, the greater complexity of work assigned, management of large programs and/or supervisory responsibility for one or more professional, technical, and/or support staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Administrative Analyst:Two years of analytical and professional experience involving analysis, report preparation, and administrative or operational support. A Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Project management, government background and a Master's degree in public administration is preferred, but not required.

Senior Administrative Analyst: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Political Science or a related field; and four (4) years of increasingly responsible analytical or administrative experience, two years of which at the journey level, including some lead or supervisory experience. A Master's degree in Public Administration is highly desired.

Application and Selection Process

To be considered for this career opportunity,click the "Apply" button to complete the online application form, and answer the supplemental questions. All application materials must be submitted online.Resumes may be attached but not accepted in place of a complete online application.

Only complete applications and supplemental questionnaires will be accepted. Applications will be screened in relation to the criteria in this job announcement. Applicants with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to interview.

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The Town of Los Gatos is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws.

The Town of Los Gatos is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at (408) 399-5743 or at HR@losgatosca.gov.