Administrative Analyst

City of Garden Grove; Garden Grove (CA); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The City of Garden Grove is seeking an Administrative Analyst to perform a wide range of administrative functions, including research, budgeting support, and analysis of operations within the organization.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in public administration or related field and at least one year of professional experience; strong analytical, communication, and customer service skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree and 1 year of professional public administration experience.
• Strong analytical, research, and communication abilities.
• Ability to prepare reports and maintain records.

Aufgaben

• Compiles statistical and financial data for reports.
• Conducts surveys including data gathering from other communities.
• Monitors and reports on regional, county, state, and national issues with city impact.
• Prepares procedural manuals, forms, and reports on studies conducted.
• Coordinates activities with other departments and outside agencies.

Kenntnisse

Analytical thinking

Research skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Data analysis tools

Jobbeschreibung

The Human Resources Department is now accepting applications for:

ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST

Under general direction, Administrative Analysts independently perform a wide variety of administrative functions, including conducting special studies and analyses of various operations and procedures. Incumbents in this position conduct extensive research on program and legislative issues, handle department or program budgets, and make recommendations on City procedures and policies.

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical, research, and critical thinking skills; effective presentation skills; and excellent oral and written communication abilities. They work collaboratively in a team environment, interact professionally and diplomatically with executives, and demonstrate an exceptional ability to build relationships and provide high-quality customer service.

• Compiles statistical and financial data for various reports;
• Conducts special surveys including gathering data from other communities on their operations;
• Monitors, analyzes, and reports on regional, county, state, and national issues with potential City impacts;
• Conducts studies and makes recommendations on a wide variety of City operations and procedures;
• Makes recommendations on how to resolve problems and improve efficiency;
• Interprets and implements management policies or operating procedures;
• Carries out major assignments in conducting the operations of the City;
• Provides consultation or expert advice to management;
• Assists in planning long or short-term business objectives;
• Prepares forms and other administrative devices to improve procedures and operations;
• Prepares procedural manuals, correspondence for signatures, and special reports on studies conducted;
• Conducts various long-range planning studies including gathering necessary data and making recommendations;
• Answers public inquiries regarding procedures, operations and regulations;
• May attend staff, council or commission meetings;
• Coordinates activities with other departments, outside agencies and organizations;
• Performs related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

A Bachelor's degree with major coursework in public administration, business administration, political science or a related field and one (1) year of professional experience in public administration or a related field is required.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Basic principles and methods of public administration; statistical and research methods; administrative survey techniques; computer applications including word processing and spreadsheets; customer service techniques and principles; program administration; creating and maintaining well-organized confidential files and records.

ABILITY TO:

Perform technical research and data analysis, make sound decisions, and present findings clearly; prepare clear and comprehensive reports and maintain accurate records; build and maintain effective working relationships; communicate clearly both orally and in writing; and provide responsive, empathetic customer service to diverse clients.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

A valid California Class "C" driver's license is highly desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Incumbents in this classification sit, speak clearly, hear normal voice conversation, see small details, use a 10 key or calculator, and work on a personal computer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Incumbents in this classification work in an open office environment.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

Selection process may consist of:

• Written performance exam - tentatively scheduled in-person on December 1, 2026
• Oral panel interview - tentatively scheduled in-person on December 17, 2026

APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE COMMUNICATION THROUGH EMAIL ONLY. Applicants should check their email and spam mail for all notices regarding their status.

Candidates who may need accommodations during the selection process must contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail] at least one week prior to any test dates.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact [e-mail].

NEPOTISM POLICY

The City has adopted a Nepotism Policy that may affect the status of a candidate's application. Please refer to the Garden Grove Municipal Code 2.44.440 Nepotism Policy for more information.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Garden Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, marital status, religion, ancestry, national origin, medical condition, non-disqualifying disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, military/veteran status, or other protected class covered by appropriate law.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

Per Government Code 3100, in the event of a disaster, employees of the City of Garden Grove are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.