Participates as a member of the City’s Youth/Family Services team performing analytical and administrative duties that contribute to the delivery of services to the community. Analyzes policy issues, compiles data from studies and conducts surveys.

Assists in the administration of the City’s Human Services Grants program specific to youth and families, including the establishment of funding priorities and recommendations with respect to youth programs

Monitors contract compliance for City-funded agencies. Reviews and assesses audited financial statements from City-funded agencies. Provides technical assistance to non-profit organizations on program development, policies and procedures, project/program budget, documentation and data collection, program outcomes and other administrative and fiscal areas

Works with City divisions, non-profit service providers, Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District, Santa Monica College, other community organizations and members of the public to ensure the effective coordination of youth and family services within the Santa Monica Cradle to Career network

Performs various public relations tasks including the development of written or web-based materials related to youth and family programs and the Santa Monica Cradle to Career initiative

Provides information and assistance to the public and staff on the Santa Monica Cradle to Career initiative. Participates in professional organizations and makes presentations to the public

Researches information on local, regional, state, national, and international youth and family issues and legislation. Identifies evidence-based best practices related to youth and families and cradle to career networks, conducts quantitative and qualitative analyses and prepares reports with recommendations for courses of action

Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders

Keeps abreast of changes in relevant regulations and laws in area of youth and families

Interprets and applies rules, regulations and policies. Revises, modifies and assists in writing new policies and procedures

Trains, supervises, assigns and evaluates the work of clerical support in area of assignment, as required

Performs other related duties as assigned

Knowledge of:  

Issues relating to serving youth and families, including vulnerable subpopulations

Youth and families service needs, programs and related community issues

Program and project development, implementation and evaluation relating to youth and families populations

Principles and practices of public administration

Quantitative and management analysis techniques

Program and partnership development and management

Principles, practices and techniques of community outreach and public education

Principles of program planning, monitoring, implementation and evaluation

Relevant local, state, and federal laws and regulations

Effective supervisory techniques

Supervisory principles and practices

Effective customer service techniques

Ability to:

Plan, develop, implement, administer and evaluate projects and programs Act as a resource for departmental concerns Keep abreast of current developments in area(s) of specialty Prepare analytical and financial reports Keep accurate records Prepare and present effective presentations Research, and interpret complex technical information Work independently Communicate city policies in a courteous and effective manner

Plan, organize and coordinate the work of staff

Conduct research, analyze information and make recommendations

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Prepare and present clear and concise oral and written reports and recommendations

Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with the public, City departments and City boards and commissions

Provide effective customer service

Skill in:

Program evaluation and development

Working effectively with persons from diverse, cultural and economic backgrounds

Using a personal computer and applicable software applications

REQUIREMENTS

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.

Experience: Two years of recent, paid progressively responsible experience which has included performing research, analysis, report writing and program development and evaluation in the area of youth and family services. 

None.

Applicants must submit a clear, concise, completed on-line City Application along with any required supplemental application materials with the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline. If you do not submit your on-line application by the filing deadline, you will not be considered for this position.  Please note, applications may be rejected if incomplete. Resumes, CVs and cover letters are not reviewed as part of the application screening process.
 
NOTE:  You must submit a copy of your college diploma/transcript. Applicants who indicated receipt of degree from a foreign institution must provide United States degree and credential equivalency verification along with a copy of your college diploma/transcript. All materials must be received in the Human Resources Department no later than close of business on the application closing date. You may attach a scanned copy of your college diplomas or transcript to your online application or e-mail a scanned copy of your college diploma or transcript to mia.engel@smgov.net. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified.
 
SELECTION PROCESS: All applicants 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.

Testing may consist of the following:
Writing Exercise
Performance Exercise
Oral Interview
 
The City of Santa Monica is a progressive, inclusive and culturally-rich community.  As leaders in public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a highly-talented workforce where people of diverse races, religions, cultures and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and where their differences make a positive impact.
 
The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our employees.  Join us!
 
Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities.  Call (310) 458-8246, TDD (310) 458-8696 (Hearing Impaired Only).
 
Please note the request for reasonable accommodations must be made to Human Resources at least three work days prior to the examination.
 
Background Investigation: 

Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to a thorough background investigation.