Management Analyst I/II - Economic Development Data Analyst

Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted untilFriday, April 11, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

Pay & Benefits

• $36.44 - $53.89 Hourly DOQ
  
• Benefits
  
  • Medical Insurance options include HMO, PPO, HSA
    
  • Dental and Vision Insurance Paid
    
  • Vacation & Holiday Compensation
    
  • Deferred Compensation
    
  • CalPERS Retirement
    
  • Educational Incentive & Bilingual Pay
    

A New Opportunity and what you’ll do...

The Economic Development Data Analyst plays a key role in supporting the Economic Development division of the City Manager’s Department. If you are looking to start or advance your career in local government, this is the position for you! This is a great career opportunity for someone looking to start or continue a career in public service.

The Economic Development Data Analyst is a new role that supports the Economic Development Division within the City Manager’s Department. Reporting directly to the Economic Development Manager, the position addresses gaps in data collection, analyzes trends, and creates clear, actionable reports and visuals for a diverse range of stakeholders. Responsibilities of the role include collecting, compiling, and interpreting a wide range of statistical data to support informed outreach and decision-making and creating direct communication channels and tailored resources. The position will proactively provide insights to understand and address business industry-specific and supply chain challenges. The role will engage with the public and stakeholders in overall economic development in the city.

The Economic Development Data Analyst gathers, compiles, and interprets various statistical data and prepares administrative reports and grant applications related to division operations. Additionally, this position participates in the planning and analysis, budgeting, and special projects, and may present oral information to the Economic Development Subcommittee and City Council. Experience in data analysis, dashboards, and the business community through economic development is highly desirable.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated and can work independently and collectively in a fast-paced team environment. The candidate will possess excellent analytical, administrative, and project management skills. Strong analytical and project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently are essential.

Experience and Qualifications for Success!

A combination of experience and education equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in business, economics, or public administration, or a related field, AND experience as follows:

• Management Analyst I: requires one year of professional business/analytical experience OR one year of experience as a Management Technician II with the City of Ventura. Public sector experience is desirable. Substitution: A master’s degree, plus completion of an internship with a local government agency, is also qualifying, at the Management Analyst I level.
  

• Management Analyst II: requires two years of experience equivalent to that of a Management Analyst I with the City of Ventura, performing a variety of professional support activities, preferably in a public agency.
  
  

License: Possession of or ability to obtain a valid class C driver license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Management Analyst is flexibly staffed, and vacancies may be filled at either the I or II level, depending on individual qualifications and City needs. The level is determined by the complexity, difficulty and frequency of report writing, public speaking, oral presentations, research and analysis, policy recommendations, supervision of others, budgeting, direct personal contact, special projects, committee participation, decision making and strategic planning. Other factors which influence level include the degree of delegated authority and the incumbent's depth of knowledge of the specialized functions and operations of the department to which assigned.

Apply Now!

Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline or first review date at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs .

• It is important that your city job application show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess. Resumes, CVs, and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process.
  
• After you apply, all future correspondence from the city will be via E-Mail. Please check your messages regularly and keep your contact information up to date using your on-line application.
  

Start Your Journey... Follow the Process

Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted untilFriday, April 11, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

• All applications and supplemental questionnaires submitted will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed, and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training, and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Candidates will be notified about their status after the filing deadline.
  

• A select number of candidates will be invited to a qualifying panel interview process. Select candidates will be notified of specifics after the examination process has been completed. Initial panel interviews may be conducted via video teleconference. Selected applicants will be notified of specifics at the appropriate time.
  

The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City.

For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City’s Career Page at City of Ventura Jobs or by clicking here Management Analyst I/II .

If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact any of the Human Resources Recruitment Team at recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov . or Melanie Hanisco at mhanisco@cityofventura.ca.gov .

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!

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