VACANCY INFORMATION:
The Administrative Analyst I-IV classification is used in a variety of
departments throughout the City. Take an inside look at
examples of how the position is used in various departments.
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SALARY INFORMATION:
Grade I - $2,791.12 - $3,860.40 biweekly
Grade II - $3,010.96 -$4,164.48 biweekly
Grade III - $3,248.72 -$4,497.36 biweekly
Grade IV* - $3,562.48 -$4,852.24 biweekly
*Per the classification specification, Grade IV positions are assigned to the Budget Management Bureau of the Department of Financial Management or the Department of Human Resources.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Under general direction, assists departmental management with a wide variety of administrative responsibilities, and performs increasingly complex and responsible duties of the classification; independently develops and implements analytical studies and develops, compiles, and interprets statistical data; develops conclusions and makes recommendations; interprets complex written information; prepares detailed and comprehensive written reports; assists departmental management in the preparation and control of the annual budget, and the selection, training, and evaluation of employees; develops and implements procedures for improving organizational effectiveness; develops measures for evaluating departmental accomplishments; develops proposals and forecasts; makes oral presentations; utilizes computer applications; may assist in the marketing of services; may assist in the development and administration of leases, permits, contracts and/or grants; may supervise subordinate personnel; may serve on interdepartmental committees; within the Budget Management Bureau of the Financial Management Department or the Department of Human Resources, may assist in the development of management strategies on labor relations and/or collective bargaining including the collection and analysis of budget and revenue forecasting data necessary for labor negotiations; may assist with conducting administrative investigations; may research, interpret and apply federal and state regulations; memoranda of understanding, and city policies and procedures and may seek guidance and/or concurrence from management for the most complex regulations;; and performs other related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS TO FILE
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration, or a closely related field, (proof of graduation required)*. Candidates submitting a grad check who will complete the required education by June 30, 2024, may apply and be considered for testing, but will not be certified for a vacancy until the education requirements are met and proof of graduation has been submitted to the Civil Service Department.
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- Two or more years of paid, full-time equivalent, professional experience equivalent to an Assistant Administrative Analyst I-II, with the City of Long Beach (or higher) offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position.
Opportunities for Substitution of Education or Experience
- Professional or technical and paraprofessional experience (including experience equivalent to an Administrative Aide I-II with the City of Long Beach, or higher) that offers specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
-Or-
A master’s degree in Business or Public Administration, or a closely related field, from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one year of the required professional experience (proof required)*.
Candidates submitting a grad check who will complete the required education by June 30, 2024, may apply and be considered for testing, but will not be certified for a vacancy until the education requirements are met and proof of graduation has been submitted to the Civil Service Department.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Bilingual/Biliterate skills (Spanish, Khmer, or Tagalog) are desired for some positions.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:
Application Packet……………………………………….…..................................Qualifying
Written Exam………………….......................................................................... 100%
A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on analysis of exam results. This is a continuous eligible list, which means eligible lists may be established periodically and may expire six months from their effective date. Applicants may apply only once during a four-month period. Screening of applicants will be conducted based on application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds based on comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.
In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all open-competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veteran’s DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)
If you have not received notification of the status of your application within two weeks of filing your application, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202.
