Senior Ops & Maintenance Analyst

San Diego County Water Authority; Escondido (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The San Diego County Water Authority, headquartered in Escondido, CA, seeks a Senior Management Analyst to support the Operations & Maintenance Administration Division. You will lead budget development, monitor expenditures, and support contract administration while guiding staff.

The role offers a hybrid schedule with some on-site work at the Escondido office and collaboration across departments. Ideal candidates will bring strong analytical abilities, public-sector budgeting experience, and an

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration or a closely related field with four years of professional experience in administration and management analysis.
• Experience designing and implementing budgets, forecasting expenditures, and providing strategic guidance to leadership.
• Knowledge of public contracting, procurement processes and formal bidding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, review, and administration of the annual department budget.
• Forecast operating budget, analyze variances, and prepare board presentations.
• Design and modify reporting formats and data systems to meet management needs.
• Supervise professional staff and coordinate cross-functional projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Budgeting & forecasting

Public contracting

Leadership & supervision

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration or a closely related field

Job description

The San Diego County Water Authority, headquartered in Escondido, CA, seeks a Senior Management Analyst to support the Operations & Maintenance Administration Division. You will lead budget development, monitor expenditures, and support contract administration while guiding staff.

The role offers a hybrid schedule with some on-site work at the Escondido office and collaboration across departments. Ideal candidates will bring strong analytical abilities, public-sector budgeting experience, and an