Management Analyst/Senior Management Analyst (Confidential)

City of Costa Mesa, CA
Costa Mesa, California United States  View Map
Posted: Nov 06, 2024
  • Salary: $89,508.00 - $134,112.00 Annually USD
  • Full Time
  • Administrative Analysis and Research
  • Job Description

    Description

    WHY WORK FOR COSTA MESA:
    The City of Costa Mesa, with the motto "City of the Arts", is one of California's most eclectic and vibrant cities. Located just one mile from the Pacific Ocean and in the heart of Orange County, Costa Mesa is a great place to live , work and play. The City offers exceptional employee benefits, opportunities for training and development, and prides itself on its Core Values of Integrity, Sustainability, Compassion, Innovation, Inclusion and Collaboration.

    There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy in the Finance Department.

    THE POSITION:

    Under general supervision, provides advanced professional, technical, administrative, and analytical assistance in conducting a variety of comprehensive analyses and coordinating municipal policies, procedures and services in the City Manager/City Council and Finance departments. An incumbent in this advanced-journey level classification is expected to carry out advanced professional assignments requiring independent judgment in the performance of duties. The Senior Management Analyst (Confidential)* position is distinguished from the Management Analyst (Confidential) position by the difficulty, scope, complexity, and autonomy of the work performed. Incumbents may exercise functional supervision over assigned professional, technical and support staff. Positions in the Management Analyst/Senior Management Analyst (Confidential) class series are flexibly staffed**. At the discretion of the Department Director, positions may be filled at the level of Management Analyst (Confidential) or Senior Management Analyst (Confidential) based upon the level of skill and experience required by the Department.

    To view the full job description and salary range for each level, please click on the following links:

    Senior Management Analyst (Confidential)
    Management Analyst (Confidential)

    YOUR IMPACT IN THIS POSITION:
    • Assist on a variety of special projects within the Finance Department including support on a new ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) implementation.
    • Conduct research analysis on special projects.
    • Review of department processes and procedures to provide recommendations for efficiencies and improvements.
    • Work with other Divisions within the Finance Department on special assigned tasks such as user fee studies and revenue programs.

    APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:
    Applications must be completed and submitted online. This recruitment will remain open until filled and may close without prior notice, therefore prompt application is encouraged.

    First application review date: Tuesday, November 19, 2024

    Candidates are requested to provide specific information regarding their education and experience as it relates to the position by completing all fields of the application. Do not include "see attached resume" in your responses, as they will not be accepted or reviewed in the application process. Applications may be rejected if incomplete . Additional documents will not be reviewed during the application evaluation process. If selected to proceed further in the recruitment process, an opportunity to provide work samples, letters of recommendation, etc. will be appropriate during the interview process.

    Based upon the information presented on the application, a limited number of candidates who possess qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include but is not limited to the following components: application review and evaluation, written examination or exercise, physical examination, practical exercise and interview evaluation. Please notify the Human Resources Division 72 hours in advance of the test date if you have a disability which requires accommodation for the testing process. The eligibility list will be in effect for one (1) year, unless exhausted sooner. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future part-time or full-time vacancies that may occur during the life of the list.

    All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process which may include, but is not limited to: comprehensive background check, credit check, criminal history check (Live Scan fingerprint check), and post-offer medical evaluation.

    *Confidential Employee Designation: A n employee in this classification may have access to decisions or the decision-making process of the City concerning matters related to employer-employee relations and may have access to, or prepare, co nfidential materials, information and/or recommendations on behalf of the City in matters relating to employer-employee relations and therefore is a non-represented confidential employee.

    **Flexibly Staffed Position: At the discretion of the Department Director, the position may be filled at the level of Management Analyst (Confidential) or Senior Management Analyst (Confidential) based upon the level of skill and experience required by the Department. The Department may recommend an incumbent for reclassification, subject to verification by Human Resources that the employee has gained sufficient experience, demonstrates proficiency, meets the requirements of higher level position, and has successful performance including completion of the probationary period.

    Note: The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained within may be modified or revoked without notice.

    Essential Functions

    For a list of essential functions for each position, please click on the links below:

    Senior Management Analyst (Confidential)

    Management Analyst/Management Aide (Confidential)

    Qualification Guidelines

    Senior Management Analyst
    • Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, or a closely-related field. A pertinent graduate degree is desirable.
    • Responsible professional experience equivalent to five years of full-time experience in a public agency performing analytical work. A pertinent graduate degree may substitute for two years of experience.
    Management Analyst
    • Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, or a closely-related field. Responsible professional experience equivalent to two years of full-time experience in a public agency performing administrative work. A pertinent graduate degree can substitute for one year of the required experience.

    An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform essential functions may also be considered.

    All positions require a Class C California Driver's License. Revocation of license during employment may result in disciplinary action or reassignment.

    Supplemental Information

    PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISASTER SERVICE WORKER:

    In accordance with Government Code Section 3100 - all City of Costa Mesa employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.

    PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

    Please contact human resources for a summary of the essential tasks and environmental factors for this classification.

    Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

    To view benefit information for all groups, Click Here

    New employees contribute 9% of their salary on a pre-tax basis towards the 2%@60 or 2%@62 CalPERS retirement formula depending on eligibility.

    Employees receive the following health insurance flexible benefits contribution:
    • Current: $1,600monthly
    • Effective January 2025: $1,650monthly


    The City does not participate in the Social Security system; however, federal mandate requires new employees to contribute 1.45% of wages to Medicare. As a condition of employment, all new employees are required to enroll and participate in the direct deposit program.

    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
  • Special Instructions

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  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • City of Costa Mesa
    • City of Costa Mesa

    Known as the “City of the Arts,” the City of Costa Mesa is one of California’s most eclectic and vibrant cities. Located just one mile from the Pacific Ocean and in the heart of Orange County, Costa Mesa is home to a diverse population of over 111,000 residents. The City boasts 32 neighborhood and community parks, two municipal golf courses, a skate park, a LEED Gold certified community center, and Fairview Park, a 209-acre natural habitat and wetlands park. Costa Mesa is home to 25 public schools and three public libraries.

    Costa Mesa prides itself on its unique mix of traditional, trend-setting, and up-and-coming restaurants; preeminent and world-renown shopping centers; progressive and contemporary arts and cultural programs and events; and inviting neighborhood communities. A premier "foodie" paradise, Costa Mesa boasts some of the best dining in Orange County, including two Michelin-starred restaurants. It is also home to South Coast Plaza, a world-class shopping and dining destination, considered one of the highest volume of sales producers in the nation. Just north of the I-405 is the Costa Mesa Theater District, which encompasses the Segerstrom Center for the Arts and its four performance halls, studio performance space and education lab, the three-stage South Coast Repertory Theater, the Arts Plaza, a Concert Hall, the 1.6-acre Noguchi Sculpture Gardens, and, most recently, the Orange County Museum of Art. It is also the epicenter of the action sports industry as the home of Vans, Volcom, RVCA, and other action sports businesses. Costa Mesa is proud to host incredible community events, such as the iconic Orange County Fair, which attracts over a million visitors annually. Costa Mesa supports a vibrant college student population, with Vanguard University and Orange Coast College located in the heart of the City. Additionally, Costa Mesa is home to Anduril, a defense company building advanced technologies to solve some of the most important and complex national security challenges.

    The City of Costa Mesa is a General Law City operating under a Council/Manager form of government. The City Council consists of 6 members, elected by districts, and a Mayor who is elected at-large. The City Council appoints the City Manager. Under the leadership of City Manager Lori Ann Farrell Harrison, City services are provided by a team of approximately 602 full-time staff among the following departments: City Manager’s Office, Economic & Development Services, Finance, Fire & Rescue, Information Technology, Parks & Community Services, Police, and Public Works. The fiscal year 2024-25 operating budget is approximately $189.9 million and the annual Capital Improvement Program for fiscal year 2024-25 is approximately $27.9 million.

    As one of the safest and most vibrant communities in Orange County, the City represents expansive and attractive opportunities for jobs, recreation, housing and a good quality of life for residents, businesses and visitors. For more information about the City of Costa Mesa, please visit www.costamesaca.gov.

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