City of Torrance-ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST
2/12/2019 2:26:03 PM 666
- Salary$27.24 - $43.88 Hourly $4,721.60 - $7,605.87 Monthly $56,659.20 - $91,270.40 Annually
$56,659.20 - $91,270.40 Annually
Location Torrance, CATorrance, CA
Job TypePermanent Full-time
DepartmentVaries
Job Number19021330
Closing date and time
- DESCRIPTION
- Application filing period from February 19, 2019 to February 25, 2019.
Do you have a passion for researching and analyzing data? Do you have a desire to work for an agency who makes an impact in the community?
If the answer is YES! then consider starting your career in public service as an Administrative Analyst.
The City of Torrance is seeking highly motivated Administrative Analysts who have a talent for researching, conducting analysis, preparing written and oral reports; preparing and monitoring budgets, problem resolution, and assist with varied professional, confidential and specialized assignments.
Although the Administrative Analyst position is utilized throughout different departments in the City, the current vacancies are in the Finance and Transit Departments*.
Torrance Transit is seeking an Administrative Analyst for their Transit Operations Division. This key position will have an active role in the analysis and reporting of operational data; research and interpret data impacting key performance indicators; and manage special projects to achieve transit operational objectives.
The Finance Department is recruiting an Administrative Analyst who has a curiosity for how things work and enjoys solving problems. This position is assigned to the Budget Division and assists the Budget Manager in developing the annual operating budgets for the entire City, as well as monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on legislation that could impact the City.
*Note: The eligible list (list for hire) resulting from this recruitment will be valid for one year and will be used to fill any future vacant Administrative Analyst positions in any Department. - MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills would be acceptable. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:
A Bachelor's Degree from a college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field and at least one (1) year of related professional experience; or two (2) years of related college course work and four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative or analytical experience.
The ideal candidate must demonstrate:- Expertise in MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access and Visio)
- Familiarity with Automation Vehicle Locator (AVL) systems is a plus;
- Experience with tracking and analyzing operational trends;
- The ability to do research and present the findings;
- Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills;
- Experience with budgets;
- Effective problem solving and time management skills;
- The ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
- Experience in Transit Operations and Public Sector Finance is highly desirable.
- HOW TO APPLY & EXAM PROCESS
Interested candidates must submit an online application and a supplemental questionnaire. Apply on-line at www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs. The application filing period opens Monday, February 19, 2019 and closes Monday, February 25, 2019 at 5:30 p.m.
Only those candidates who best demonstrate their training and experience and who meet the City's and Department's needs will be invited to the examination process. The examination will consist of:
Exam Component Exam Weight Tentative Date
Written Exam 30% March 21, 2019
Oral Interview 40% April 11, 2019
Performance Exam 30% April 25, 2019- SPECIAL NOTES
As a condition of employment, a candidate must pass a background check and a pre-employment medical examination.
Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources prior to the exam dates.
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
- Agency
- City of Torrance
- Phone
- 310-618-2915
- Website
- http://www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs
- Address
- 3231 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, California, 90503