Analyst III

Salary : $87,715.80 - $124,320.72 Annually
Location : Alhambra, CA
Job Type: Regular
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 25005
Division: Housing Operations
Opening Date: 03/26/2025
Closing Date: 4/9/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST III

MANAGEMENT SERVICES UNIT

HOUSING OPERATIONS DIVISION

$87,715.80-$124,320.72 (DOQ)

REGULAR POSITION

Initial salary placement is generally made between the start and mid-point of the posted range. New hires are not eligible to start at the maximum of the posted range.
The Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) Is a dynamic, Innovative agency created in 1982 by the Board of Supervisors to generate affordable housing, community and economic development throughout Los Angeles County and participating cities. Funded primarily with federal grants, the LACDA is an industry leader in sponsoring new solutions to housing and neighborhood revitalization and forming partnerships with private and public agencies. To find out more about the LACDA, please visit our website at

Division Overview:
The Housing Operations Division (HOD) manages 3,229 public and affordable housing units located at 68 sites, serving more than 6,500 residents. HOD generates and utilizes the resources of the LACDA to provide quality affordable housing and expand opportunities to improve the quality of life in housing developments through the involvement of employees, residents, and community partners. HOD also implements and administers various funds for the improvement and modernization of the public housing developments and utilizes various grants to provide needs-based services to public housing residents.

Position Overview:
The Administrative Analyst III position reports directly to the Administrative Manager in the Housing Operations Division (HOD). As part of the Management Services Unit, the Administrative Analyst III performs complex, specialized analytical duties and projects with little or no supervision.
Essential Job Duties
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Collects, researches, compiles, analyzes, and evaluates information from various sources on a variety of specialized topics related to division/departmental and programmatic activities.
• Plans, oversees, and administers department-specific programs and projects in such areas as budget and financial analysis and reporting, grants administration, contract administration, compliance monitoring, management analysis, public information, safety and risk management, training and development, legislative and policy analysis, and program evaluation.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, new or revised programs, systems, methods of operation, and administrative control systems for assigned projects and programs.
• Develops consultant requests for proposals for professional services and administers the advertising and bid processes; develops general evaluation criteria, evaluates proposals, and recommends project award; prepares and negotiates contracts and agreements and administers same after award; oversees compliance with contracts and federal, state, and local rules and regulations.
• Participates in the oversight and management of grants and special funds; identifies and researches grant funding opportunities and partnerships; researches and writes grant proposals; performs a variety of technical support and administrative duties in the preparation, processing, maintenance, reconciliation, tracking, archiving, and reporting of division/department and contract agencies grants and loans; audits grants; ensures compliance with federal, state, and funding agency requirements and applicable laws, regulations, and professional accounting practices; prepares and submits required grant documentation; maintains grant files and reports.
• Serves as a liaison to employees, public, and private organizations, contract agencies, community groups, and other organizations; provides information and assistance to the public and contract agencies regarding assigned programs and services; receives and responds to complaints and questions relating to assigned area of responsibility; reviews problems and recommends corrective actions.
• Participates in the development and implementation of new or revised programs, systems, procedures, and methods of operation; develops and implements program strategies and guidelines; monitors program performance and compliance; compiles and analyzes data and program metrics and makes recommendations to improve programs and service delivery.
• Conducts a variety of analytical and operational studies regarding division/departmental and programmatic activities, including complex regulatory, operational, or administrative issues or questions; coordinates activities across departmental and functional lines; identifies and evaluates alternatives, makes and justifies recommendations, and assists with the implementation of procedural, administrative, and/or operational changes after approval.
• Monitors changes in regulations that may affect operations; implements policy and procedural changes after approval.
• Verifies and reviews forms and reports for completeness and conformance with established regulations and procedures; applies departmental and program policies and procedures in determining the completeness of applications, records, and files.
• Participates on a variety of interdisciplinary committees and commissions and represents the Authority to a variety of community and stakeholder groups.
• Establishes and maintains contact and working relationships with all Authority departments, local, state, and federal agencies, and contract agencies for acquisition of necessary information, and/or for the implementation of cooperative programs and activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Abilities:Knowledge of:

• Operations and services provided within assigned division/department, and/or program area.
• Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development, and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures.
• Principles and practices of contract administration and evaluation, budget development and administration, and sound financial management policies and procedures.
• Principles of program and project planning, development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Research, statistical, analytical, and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures.
• Grant funding sources, grant requirements, grant administration, and grant writing techniques.
• Financial, statistical, and comparative analysis techniques for interpreting various agreements and financial documents.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and procedures relevant to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Principles, practices, and funding sources for planning and implementing assigned program(s), program components, and related projects.
• Mathematical principles and statistical techniques.
• Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
• Principles and practices of project management.
• Techniques for effectively representing the Authority in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Authority staff.

Ability to:

• Research, analyze, evaluate, understand, interpret, and apply programs, policies, procedures, and guidelines, and develop sound recommendations.
• Plan and conduct effective management, administrative, and operational studies.
• Develop and administer assigned budgets and accurately track and process receipts of revenues and payments of expenditures.
• Develop and implement goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards.
• Collect, analyze, interpret, summarize, and present administrative, technical, and program information and data in an effective manner for a variety of intended audiences.
• Conduct meetings, give presentations, and accurately convey messages.
• Create detailed analytical reports and graphs.
• Research and identify grant funding opportunities and partnerships, write proposals, administer and monitor awarded funds, and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses to evaluate assigned projects, programs, and activities.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Identify problems, research, and analyze relevant information, and develop and present recommendations and justification for solutions.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Coordinate and collaborate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, community groups, and government agencies related to assigned functions, programs, and/or projects.
• Manage a variety of projects related to assigned area of responsibility.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Effectively represent the department and the Authority in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.
• Respond to complaints or inquiries from citizens, staff, and outside organizations.
• Prepare clear, effective, and accurate reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and written records of work performed.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, and procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications

Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis

• *Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, sociology, finance, urban planning, or other field related to assigned area of responsibility.
• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in a field related to assigned area of responsibility including administrative, research, program, budget, grant, and/or management analysis.

*To receive credit for required education, applicants must attach a copy of their degree or official/unofficial transcripts.
Desirable Qualifications:
Desirable Qualifications are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities as determined by business necessity. These criteria are considered desirable qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position. Applicants who possess these qualifications will not automatically be selected.

• Experience in grant management.
• Experience working with government programs related to public housing or affordable housing programs.
• Experience evaluating HUD housing assistance programs and federal regulations.
• Experience utilizing Laserfiche, Voyager (YARDI), other housing related software programs.
• Proficient utilizing Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
• Master's degree in Public Administration or a related field.

Additional Information
Equal Opportunity
The LACDA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion to advance our mission of building better lives and better neighborhoods.

Reasonable Accommodation
If you are an individual with a disability and need to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please call the LACDA, Human Resources at (626) 586-1687 or via email at
Application Process
To be considered, all applicants are required to apply online by the filing deadline. Applications will be reviewed for possession of minimum qualifications and evaluated according to the essential functions of the job. In the Work Experience section of the application, applicants must demonstrate their experience by providing a clear description of the work performed as it relates to the position. Each job held must include the dates of employment, name and address of the employer, position title, hours per week, and supervisor. Please note resumes will not be reviewed to determine qualifications.

Supplemental questions are considered a part of the application process and must be carefully answered. All required questions must be completed before the application can be submitted. The supplemental questions will be used to evaluate the applicant's education, training, and experience.
Education Verification
To receive credit for required education, applicants must attach a copy of their degree or official/unofficial transcripts. Please note foreign degrees (or degrees completed outside of the United States) require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency conducted by a credential evaluation service such as The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Please include three (3) professional references in the "Reference" section of your application.

Failure to comply with this application process may result in disqualification.
Screening and Selection Process
Following the review of application materials, the most qualified candidates will be contacted via email and text messaging, if elected, for an assessment test and/or interview. Please check the email account provided on the application for important communications regarding the status of your application and/or next steps.
Salary Compensation
Salary compensation is dependent on qualifications (experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities). Initial salary placement is generally made between the start and mid-point of the posted range. New hires are not eligible to start at the maximum of the posted range.
Conditions of Employment
Candidates selected from the process will receive an offer of employment contingent upon the successful completion of satisfactory reference checks, a post-offer medical examination, a criminal background check, and a driving record check. Background and driving record check information will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability for the position.

Possession of a valid California Driver's License to be maintained throughout employment or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Failure to meet these pre-employment requirements will be grounds for withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment.

Proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.

Employment with the LACDA is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.

DEADLINE: April 9, 2025 at 11:59 PM
APPLY IMMEDIATELY, THE POSITION MAY CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.

RECRUITMENT NUMBER: 25005
As a regular full time employee you are eligible to receive the following benefits offered by the Los Angeles County Development Authority(LACDA):

• Thirteen paid holidays*
• Ten days (80 hours) of Vacation based on years of service up to twenty days (160 hours) of vacation time subject to the conditions listed under LACDA Provided Leave
• Twelve days (96 hours) of sick time subject to the conditions listed under LACDA Provided Leave
• Two (8 hour) floating holidays (must be utilized by last pay period in December)
• $10,000 group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Policy
• Short term and long term disability insurance
• Paid jury duty and witness leave up to 176 hours per year
• Paid bereavement leave up to three days is permitted in the event of death of an immediate family member
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care)
• Supplemental Employee and Dependent Life Insurance
• Employee and Family Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• CalPERS
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Bilingual Pay (if applicable)

In addition to the above, the LACDA's Flexible Benefits Plan is authorized under Section 125 of the Internal Revenue Code, and permits employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for their portion of the cost of benefits under the Plan through "Salary Redirection" arrangements.

As part of this plan the LACDA will contribute $1000.00 per month, effective on the first (1st) of the month following the completion of one (1) full month of compensated service.

CalPERS:

• Classic Members
  • Members who established membership prior to January 1, 2013
  • Employee Contribution is 7% of base salary: Member contribute 2.5% of base salary and LACDA Contributions 4.5% of base salary
  • LACDA Benefit Factor: 2% at age 60
• PEPRA Members
  • Members who established membership after January 1, 2013
  • Employee Contribution is 8.25% of base salary
  • LACDA Benefit Factor: 2% at age 62

*Traffic Court Specialist (TCS) employees receive one additional holidays.

For additional benefits information, please visit our website - www.lacda.org
01

Only your application and supplemental responses will be reviewed to determine minimum qualifications. PLEASE CHECK YOUR ANSWERS CAREFULLY. Mistakes or incomplete responses may result in disqualification. Do not rely on a resume or respond "see resume " as it will not be used to determine qualifications. All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.

• I understand the information above

02

Please select your highest educational level: Please note: Applicants must attach a copy of their degree or official/unofficial transcripts to receive credit for the required education.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None of the Above

03

Please select the years of increasingly responsible professional experience in a field related to assigned area of responsibility, including administrative, research, program, budget, grant, and/or management analysis.

• Less than one year
• One year, but less than 2 years
• 2 years, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more

04

Please describe your increasingly responsible professional experience in a field related to assigned area of responsibility, including administrative, research, program, budget, grant, and/or management analysis. In your response, please include the employer and the dates where you gained this experience. If you do not have this experience, please type N/A.
05

Do you have experience in grant management?

• Yes
• No

06

Please describe your experience in grant management. In your response, please include the employer and the dates where you gained this experience. If you do not have this experience, please type N/A.
07

Do you have experience working with government programs related to public housing or affordable housing programs?

• Yes
• No

08

Please describe your experience working with government programs related to public housing or affordable housing programs. In your response, please include the employer and the dates where you gained this experience. If you do not have this experience, please type N/A.
09

Do you have experience evaluating HUD housing assistance programs and federal regulations?

• Yes
• No

10

Please describe your experience evaluating HUD housing assistance programs and federal regulations. In your response, please include the employer and the dates where you gained this experience. If you do not have this experience, please type N/A.
11

Do you have experience utilizing Laserfiche, Voyager (YARDI), or other housing related software programs?

• Yes
• No

12

Please note which housing software programs you have utilized.
13

Please select your proficiency level utilizing Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other software programs.

• Basic
• Intermediate
• Advance
• Expert

Required Question