Administrative Analyst II

Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles; California; On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Job summary

Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles is seeking a senior administrator to analyze, oversee, and conduct highly complex duties related to affordable and public housing programs. The role includes planning, development, evaluation, general management and staff training, with supervisory responsibilities over assigned staff.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration or related field and five years of professional experience (two in supervision), with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration or a related field and five years of professional level experience including written reports in two of these areas: analytical management studies, program auditing, or employee program training; two years in a supervisory capacity.

Responsibilities

• Analyze regulations and guidelines from HUD and other authorities and develop new or revised policies and procedures.
• Monitor and track departmental budget; research variances and prepare management reports for senior leadership.

Skills

Budget management

Policy analysis

Staff supervision

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's in Public/Business Admin

Job description

Special Note: The posted salary is the full salary range of the position. The anticipated salary upon hire for new employees in the position will typically start at step one of the eight step salary range unless there are special exceptions in accordance with the Housing Authority Personnel Rules.

Definition

Responsible for analyzing, overseeing, and conducting highly complex duties related to Affordable and/or Public Housing Programs. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, planning, development, evaluation, general management, and training. Executes supervisory responsibilities over assigned staff.

Characteristics of the Class

Positions allocable to this classification work under general supervision and are responsible for performing a variety of complex administrative and professional duties, as assigned.

Examples of Essential Functions

• Compiles, analyzes, evaluates, and monitors changes in Housing and Urban Development regulations and guidelines, other governmental regulations, and court decisions and prepares new or revised policies and procedures as necessary.
• As department’s designated budget resource person, monitors and tracks departmental budget to ensure budget effectiveness; research budget variances and advises management. Prepares management reports concerning budget adherence and submits to senior management for review.
• Evaluates Authority programs through management audits of field operations; makes written recommendations for staff and operational improvements to enhance policy compliance and efficiency.
• Analyzes and prepares proposals and modifies long‑range housing and related programs.
• As applicable, oversee and manages departmental programs such as 504 Reasonable Accommodation, the VAWA, and/or other fair housing programs.
• As applicable, meets with legal counsel relative to legal issues or matters; makes recommendations for the Authority's response and implements procedures for compliance.
• Executes supervisory responsibilities over assigned staff including training, performance reviews, etc.
• Develops and administers training programs as they relate to affordable and/or public housing and related program policies, regulations, and procedures including reviewing regulation changes, revising manuals, preparing forms, preparing training packages, and providing follow‑up directions as necessary.
• Ensures adherence to established policies and procedures. Reviews reports and recommendations for adequacy and soundness of findings and recommendations.
• May serve on special task force or committees for the purpose of reviewing various housing and related programs and recommending procedural and/or operational changes.
• Analyzes new and proposed legislation and prepares written recommendations.
• Prepares special reports for submission to the Board of Commissioners.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for training purposes or to meet technological changes or emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Public or Business Administration or a related field -AND- five (5) years of professional level experience including the preparation of written reports in two (2) of the following areas: 1) Analytical Management studies, 2) Program Auditing, and 3) Employee Program training; of which two (2) years are in a supervisory capacity.

License

Current California Class "C" Driver's License.

Special Requirements

May be required to possess and drive an automobile.

EXAMINATION

Only the most qualified applicants will be invited to the examination process, which may include any combination of oral, written and/or performance examination. Applicants must pass each phase of the examination process with a rate of 80% or higher to be placed on the eligible "Certified Hiring List". Generation of a Certified Hiring List does not mean that there are any vacant and available positions at this time. The Certified List will be available for not less than 6 consecutive calendar months.

THE EXAMINATION FOR THIS POSITION WILL OCCUR ON December 22, 2026

If you are invited to the examination process, you will receive an email from a HR recruiter NO LATER THAN December 15, 2026. This will be your only notice. There will be no changes to the date(s) of the examination.

REFERRAL PROCESS

Only applicants who have been placed on the eligible certified hiring list will be considered for job openings. Placement on the eligibility list is neither a guarantee of employment, nor is it an implied promise of work. All applicants referred from an eligibility list for selection interview(s) will be considered for the position; however, only the best‑qualified applicant(s) may be selected.

HIRING INFORMATION

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment evaluation, which includes: a post‑offer medical examination (includes drug and alcohol screening), criminal records check, employment history and education verification, and documentation of the right to work in the United States.

Candidates will start at Step One of an Eight Step salary range unless there are special exceptions in accordance with the Personnel Rules.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION

Testing Accommodations: If you require an accommodation due to a physical, mental or learning disability, please call [phone] or email [e-mail] no less than 72 hours prior to testing date for special assistance. Special testing accommodations may be arranged if verification of the disability is provided by a physician, rehabilitation counselor, or other authority.

Candidates who require a reasonable accommodation in any portion of the selection process should state their need in writing when submitting an application.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

NOTE: The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

Pursuant to the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles' Conflict of Interest Policy, new and existing employees are required to refrain from participating in activities, employment or enterprises, which are in conflict with public interest and/or with his or her duties as an employee of the Authority. A copy of the Conflict of Interest Policy may be obtained by visiting our website at: http://www.hacla.org/Portals/0/Attachments/Others/ConflictofInterestPolicy.pdf