City of San Rafael

Job Class Specification

Job Title: Management Analyst

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the assigned department head or management position is responsible for performing a variety of responsible, complex, professional administrative duties. Work assigned may be in a specific program area and/or to perform administrative duties in support of the assigned department, including research and analysis. Related work is assigned.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:

This class is designed for professional level, administrative positions performing complex, analytical work. This is a confidential, journey level class in the Management Analyst series that is expected to function independent of ongoing supervision. This class is distinguished from the Administrative Assistant job family, which is designed for administrative generalist positions assignments under general supervision.

The Management Analyst series includes Associate Management Analyst, Management Analyst, and Senior Management Analyst. Depending upon assignments, some positions may be permanently allocated to this level and some positions may be designated as flexibly staffed at various levels in the series.

Note: Administrative Assistant and Management Analyst are not in the same job class series. These job classes are not established as a flex-staffed class.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Plans, organizes, coordinates and implements day to day program assignments independently.
  • Conducts research, and analyzes work procedures, policies, etc. to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of assigned programs.
  • Analyzes federal and state laws and regulations as they relate to assigned programs and develops and implements changes as necessary based on this analysis.
  • Develops program manuals, handouts, flyers, etc.
  • Coordinates and participates in training of other personnel.
  • Prepares comprehensive written reports regarding program activities.
  • Interacts with other city staff, city council, community representatives, and citizens regarding programs.
  • Uses personal computer to type reports, memos, etc., and to maintain statistical data.
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Principles and practices associated with administration, organization, and management; Research methods, techniques, statistical and other work measures.

ABILITY TO:

Work independently in the completion of assignments. Analyze and evaluate data. Prepare and present clear and concise reports, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Provide effective functional or project leadership. Effectively plan, organize and prioritize work.