Senior Management Analyst - Transit Division

Salary : $80,460.00 - $112,200.00 Annually
Location : Community Services Department Redondo Beach, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Community Services
Opening Date: 03/10/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Professional & Supervisory Association

DEFINITION
Are you a professional looking to take the next step in your career? Join the City of Redondo Beach in our as a Senior Management Analyst.

We will be accepting applications online only until the position is filled. All applicants are required to attach a current resume to the electronic application. The current opening for this position is in the Transit Division of our Community Services Department. This classification exists throughout the City and the eligible list generated may be used to filled other vacancies.

First application review begins April 14, 2025. Prompt application is recommended.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS
Under the general direction of the Department Director, the Senior Management Analyst position is accountable as a team member for performing professional level administrative duties and specialized analytical duties and performing related duties to achieve successful results in support of the City's mission, goals, policies and objectives.

This position is accountable as a team member to perform administrative and support duties and services including, but not limited to:

• Planning, organizing and directing specialized programs and projects
• Formulating program/project policies and procedures
• Preparing and supervising the administration of the program/project budget
• Supervising staff members, providing a variety of administrative support services and performing general research and specialized research in areas such as grants management, environmental concerns and public relations
• Acting as a resource to staff
• Directing staff activities with the public, city departments and other outside organizations in connection with programs and projects
• Directing the preparation and dissemination of the information to the public and the media, including but not limited to drafting press releases, and handling complaints and requests for information
• Conducting complex administrative research, which may include the use of studies and surveys
• Drafting reports recommending appropriate courses of action for problems
• Conducting administrative analyses addressing methods to improve and increase the efficiency of municipal operations
• Directing the preparation of reports, press releases, documents and correspondence
• Making public presentations, including presentations to the City Council and/or representing the City Manager or Department Head at City boards, civic or professional groups and/or commission meetings
• Working irregular hours including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays, as necessary; being available for call-back and automatic return to work within a reasonable response time for major emergencies, disasters, critical incidents and as otherwise required
• Exercising critical thinking towards thorough and professional recommendations and completed staff work
• Providing internal and external customer services; communicating effectively orally and in writing with the public and fellow employees; solving problems and supporting the City's mission, policies, goals and objectives
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and working cooperatively with co-workers, and other members of the supervisory/management team, City staff, other agencies and the community
• Exercising tact, self-restraint and good judgment; taking initiative to achieve positive, timely results for the organization with diplomatic skills and ethical conduct; conducting duties, responsibilities, tasks and assignments with a constructive, cooperative, positive and professional attitude and demeanor
• Supporting the City's corporate values of: openness and honesty; integrity and ethics; accountability; customer service; teamwork; excellence; and fiscal and environmental responsibility
• Performing other duties as required

CLASSIFICATION:
The position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and the employee is a member of the Classified Service.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires:

Knowledge of:

• Basic information on materials, equipment, regulations, principals, procedures and/or practices necessary to perform the required duties including but not limited to public administration, quantitative and management analysis techniques, report writing, public relations, project management and areas of specialty within specifically assigned departments; budgeting principals, techniques of organization and methods studies; human relations principles and practices.
• Practices, techniques and methods to accomplish the City's goals and objective by combining the appropriate people, resources, process and time to achieve results.

Ability to:

• Analyze and solve administrative problems, prepare factual reports and make reasonable conclusions and recommendations for administrative actions, keep abreast of current developments in area(s) of specialty.
• Legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California.

Expected Competencies Include:

• Computer literacy and working knowledge of Microsoft Office, the ability to communicate using email programs, and an understanding and adherence to City policies for information technology.
• Sound decision-making skills, critical thinking ability, problem-solving and innovation skills, drive for results, analytic skills, interpersonal, customer service and diplomatic skills, ethical conduct and proven top performances.

Required Education and Work Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in public or business administration or in area(s) of specialty.
• At least three (3) years of professional work experience which includes providing general staff assistance and program administration assistance in the area(s) of specialty.
• At least one year of supervisory experience.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
SELECTION PROCESS:

The selection process may include but is not limited to: Application review and evaluation, written examination, performance test and interview. 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. The pre-employment process may include but not be limited to: Reference checks, background investigation, fingerprint-based criminal history check, credit check, degree verification, and post-offer medical examination and drug test. For public safety positions, including positions based in the Police and/or Fire Department(s), the pre-employment process may also include but not be limited to a P.O.S.T. compliant background check, polygraph examination, post-offer medical examination and drug test, and post-offer psychological examination.

Candidates must fill out the employment application and supplemental questions completely and accurately. Required fields and supplemental questions are noted with an asterisk (*). All other fields are optional. Applications including references to "see resume" are considered incomplete and will be disqualified.

The City of Redondo Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Candidates with a disability who may need accommodation during the selection process must notify the Human Resources Department at least five (5) business days in advance of the test date.

Qualified Military Veterans are given an additional five points to a passing score for both open-competitive and promotional recruitments. Documentation of such service, such as a veteran identification card, must be provided along with the application for employment or before the conclusion of the testing process.
Note: 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.
For full information regarding salary & benefits, please refer to the Professional & Supervisory Association Memorandum of Understanding by clicking

Note: All Miscellaneous employees pay in to Social Security and Medicare (7.65%). City employees do not pay in to California State Disability (SDI). 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.
01

Are you currently in possession of a valid California Driver's License?

• Yes
• No
• I possess a valid out-of-state Driver License

02

How many years of professional work experience which includes providing general staff assistance and program administration assistance do you possess?

• Less than 3 years
• 3 to less than 5 years
• 5 or more years

03

Please indicate your highest level of education completed.

• Some High School
• High School Graduate or GED Equivalent
• Some College or Community College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

04

How many years of supervisory work experience do you possess?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 to less than 2 years
• 2 or more years

05

Briefly summarize your education, training, and/or experience relative to this position, including whether you have experience or training in Transit or Transportation Operations.
Required Question