Human Services Analyst II - Limited Term

County of San Mateo; California; Sur place; USD 96 616 - 120 702; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A local government agency in California is seeking a Human Services Analyst II to provide analytical and administrative services for programs aimed at ending homelessness. The role involves conducting program evaluations, negotiating grants, and managing projects. Ideal candidates will have a background in social services, analytical experience, and strong communication skills. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment, focusing on impactful community services.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in human services or related agency.
• Strong understanding of contract monitoring and evaluation.
• Proficiency in data analysis and report generation.

Responsabilités

• Conduct program planning and evaluation.
• Negotiate and write contracts and grants.
• Analyze data and create reports.
• Manage grants and ensure compliance.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competence

Formation

Bachelor's degree in social service, public health, policy, or public administration

Master's degree

Outils

Microsoft Office Suite

Description du poste

Human Services Analyst II - Limited Term

Be among the first 25 applicants. This role pays a range of $96,616.00/yr – $120,702.40/yr. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Are you interested in being part of a collaborative team working to end homelessness in San Mateo County? Bring your analytical skills, collaborative approach, and contract and grant experience to the Human Services Agency (HSA) Center on Homelessness.

The Human Services Agency (HSA) is seeking a qualified Homeless Programs Analyst (Human Services Analyst II) to provide a variety of analytical and administrative services for assigned programs, including program and fiscal planning, contract monitoring, program evaluation, negotiating and writing contracts and grants, administering grants, data analysis, coordinating projects, developing policies and procedures, providing technical assistance, and acting as liaison to other County departments and partnering agencies.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting program and fiscal planning, contract monitoring, and program evaluation.
• Negotiating and writing contracts, RFPs, grant applications, and reports.
• Administering grants and managing grant tracking and reporting.
• Analyzing data and creating reports or dashboards.
• Project management, including creating project documents, tracking status, and conducting follow‑ups.
• Providing technical assistance to contractors and service providers on standards and best practices.
• Coordinating volunteer projects and community involvement, such as the bi‑annual One Day Homeless Count.
• Acting as liaison with community organizations and other stakeholders.

Competencies

• Experience in contract development and monitoring, planning and coordinating projects.
• Experience in grant administration.
• Experience in service program design, process review, use of data for performance improvement, and evaluation of outcomes.
• Knowledge of technological systems used to administer programs and generate data reports.
• Working knowledge of social and economic issues affecting low‑income children, families, and communities.
• Strong interpersonal, facilitation, analytical, public speaking, and project management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication, collaboration, and customer‑service orientation.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and the Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Cultural competence in working with diverse communities.
• Bachelor's degree in social service, public health, policy, or public administration strongly preferred.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Understanding of safety net programs, homeless prevention services, and related regulations is preferred.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that likely provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. A typical way to qualify for a Human Services Analyst II is two years of experience performing journey‑level administrative and analytical duties in a human‑services or related agency.

Knowledge of

• Principles and practices of public administration.
• Principles and practices of the specific program area to which assigned.
• Principles and practices of contract development, negotiation, and monitoring.
• Principles, practices, and techniques of administrative and programmatic research and analysis.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and County program policies and guidelines.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Office administrative practices and procedures, including records management and standard office equipment.

Skills / Abilities

• Develop and evaluate proposals; negotiate contracts and agreements.
• Develop, monitor, and analyze budgets and program performance.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement administrative and programmatic research and analysis.
• Analyze, interpret and apply various regulations and requirements.
• Train staff and provide technical and programmatic assistance.
• Plan, coordinate, and conduct special events and projects.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with grantors, subcontractors, County staff, elected officials, the public, and others.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Compile and analyze data; draw conclusions; prepare and present effective reports.
• Exercise independent judgment within policy and regulatory guidelines.

Application / Examination

This is a limited‑term recruitment. Anyone may apply. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to the regular employment application form. The Human Services Agency will screen materials after the recruitment closes. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly for a departmental interview.

All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through subsequent phases of the examination. All examinations will be conducted virtually or in person and applicants must participate at their own expense.

Important

Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County’s website, click the Apply button. If you are not on the County’s website, go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

Recruitment Schedule

Final Filing Date: Monday, January 5, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. PST

Departmental Interviews: TBD

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Government Administration