What are the responsibilities and job description for the Management Analyst position at City of Norwalk, CA?
Salary : $71,460.00 - $86,856.00 Annually
Location : City Hall 12700 Norwalk Blvd., CA
Job Type : Full Time (General Unit)
Job Number : 25-54JS / CE
Department : Public Services
Opening Date : 02 / 10 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 24 / 2025 12 : 00 PM Pacific
Max Number of Applicants : 50
Definition
The City reserves the right to limit the applications
considered to the first 50 applicants.
This recruitment may close at any time; apply immediately.
The City of Norwalk seeks a seasoned Management Analyst to join its Public Services Team. The position involves performing moderate-level administrative and analytical tasks supporting the designated department's management functions and any other relevant responsibilities. This role requires a candidate capable of handling complex tasks while displaying an acute attention to detail. The successful candidate must also work collaboratively with team members, communicate effectively, and possess a strong work ethic.
Essential Duties
Essential duties include, but are not limited to, the following :
Conducts assigned administrative, fiscal, or operational project activity, preparing and maintaining records, performing research and analysis as required; prepares and may present reports of findings and recommendations on appropriate action.
Administers an assigned program, or as designated representative of the department, leads or participates in committee activity, contributing views and interests of the department in the execution of responsibilities.
Initiates correspondence, prepares public notices, newsletters, or drafts council reports or public documents requiring sensitivity to issues and knowledge of related laws, ordinances, policies, and procedures.
Participates in budget preparation, analysis, and administration; researches and prepares cost analysis; prepares grant requests.
Conducts or completes surveys; as directed, responds to inquiries regarding department operations and provides explanation of department activities, policies, and procedures.
Coordinates department activities with other City departments; provides liaison to the public in the execution of responsibilities.
Qualification Guidelines
Knowledge of : the principles of research, statistical analysis, and report preparation; organization and functions of the assigned municipal department and municipal government overall; principles of accounting and auditing; methods and procedures of budget preparation; computer applications in administrative functions; general office procedures.
Ability to : perform specialized administrative tasks; conduct research, perform analysis, and prepare and present reports of findings; work independently; interpret and apply related laws, ordinance, and policies; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Education and / or Experience
Any combination of education and / or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. Example combinations include :
Completion of a four-year college curriculum in public or business administration, accounting, or a related field; and some responsible experience conducting research and analysis.
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
Employees perform sedentary work. While performing the duties of this job, employees are required to sit, talk and hear. Employees are occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, crouch and reach with hands and arms. Employees occasionally must lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by these positions are those required to perform office machine operations.
Work Environment
Incumbents are not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
SELECTION PROCESS
Apply online at . Employment application and supplemental questions must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Applicant must be specific in describing qualifications for this position on application. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. Faxed materials or postmarks will not be accepted. Applications will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Candidates with qualifications that best relate to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuation in the selection process. The selection process will include an oral interview and other testing processes designed to predict successful job performance.
The City provides preference to military veterans under consideration for initial employment. To claim veteran's preference an applicant must submit their most recent DD214 form. An eligible veteran is one who has served in the United States armed forces and who has received an honorable discharge.
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling the Department of Human Resources at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled examination / interview date. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
The City of Norwalk, in compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability, sex, or sexual orientation in its employment actions, policies, procedures or practices.
BENEFITS FOR GENERAL UNIT / PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYEES
Professional Leave : This position is exempt from overtime. In lieu of overtime, employee will be granted 16 hours of Professional Time. In addition, employee may accrue professional time at straight time up to 104 hours per year.
Union Membership : Accepting employment in a position in this classification required the individual to either join the union and pay union dues, or pay the union an agency fee.
Vacation Leave : 80 hours per year after completion of one year of service but less than 5 years of service; 120 hours per year after completion of 5 years of service but less than 10 years of service; 160 hours per year after completion of 10 years of service or more.
Sick Leave : Credit for sick leave with pay shall accrue at the rate of 8 hours for each calendar month of service. Unused sick leave credit may be accumulates up to a total of 720 hours. Employees accruing unused sick leave hours beyond 720 hours shall receive payment on the first payday following the employment anniversary date. Sick Leave with pay is not granted to employees during the first six months of probationary employment. If permanent appointment is received, 48 hours of sick leave time is allowed for the time served in probationary status.
Paid Holidays : The City currently observes ten holidays, plus two floating holidays.
Retirement : The City contracts with California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) as follows :
Classic Members : Members with a break in service less than six months will be enrolled in the 2% @ 55 retirement plan formula and pay 7% of their reportable compensation (employee contribution).
PEPRA Members : New members or returning members with a break in service greater than six months, will be enrolled into the 2% @ 62 retirement plan formula and pay 50% of the "normal costs" (currently 8.5%).
CalPERS will take into account prior service at a reciprocal retirement system when determining the benefit formula.
Medical Plan : Each employee has a choice of insurance plans offered through the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). The City currently pays the monthly premium cost up to $1,600.
Dental Insurance : Covered through Delta Dental Plan. The City currently pays 100% of the premium for employee plus dependents.
Vision Insurance : Covered through Vision Services Program. The City currently pays 100% of the premium for employee plus dependents.
Group Life Insurance Plan : Life insurance is presently provided at no cost to the employee. The City provides $5,000 term insurance to employees with less than 5 years of service. Effective the first month following completion of 5 years of continuous service, employees are covered with insurance equal to one and one-half times their annual salary.
Voluntary Insurance Plans : Optional Supplemental Life, Short Term Disability, Hospitalization, Accident and Cancer insurance policies are available at the employee's cost.
Long Term Disability Insurance : Currently the City pays 100% of the insurance plan.
Deferred Compensation : There are two optional deferred compensation plans available at employee's cost.
Credit Union : The City is affiliated with the Los Angeles County F&A Federal Credit Union for savings and loan service. Employees are eligible for membership.
Employee Assistance Program : An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available to provide help to employees and members of their families who are experiencing personal problems. For more information contact the Department of Human Resources.
Probationary Period : A six month probationary period must be satisfactorily completed by each employee before he / she is eligible to be considered for permanent employment.
Loyalty Oath : A Loyalty Oath is required for each employee prior to his / her actual employment.
Legal United States Residency : All applicants must be able to prove legal United States residency.
Veteran's Preference : The City provides preference to military veterans under consideration for initial employment. To claim veteran's preference an applicant must submit their most recent DD214 form. An eligible veteran is one who has served in the United States armed forces and who has received an honorable discharge.
Seniority Credits : Current City employees in promotional, open, and open / promotional examinations for represented classifications, may be allowed promotional seniority points provided the exam is otherwise successfully completed.
To be considered for the Qualifications listed above, proof of college transcriptsand / or coursework degrees must be uploaded to the online application whenfiling. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside theThe United States must attach proof of educational equivalency when filing for foreigndegrees to be considered. Applications that do not attach a copy of their degree will be disqualified. Do you possess the information above?
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Describe your training and experience demonstrating your knowledge of municipal and governmental agency operations, activities, policies, and procedures. If you do not have this experience, please indicate N / A.
Describe your experience and involvement with budget preparation, analysis, and management. If you do not have this experience, please indicate N / A.
Describe your experience with using Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint and preparing written reports of various types, memorandums, and presentations for the City Council and the public.
Describe your experience demonstrating your ability to conduct data research, data review / analyses, and compilation and your ability to troubleshoot and make recommendations. Which best describes your professional analytical work experience?
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Salary : $71,460 - $86,856