NEOGOV · 4 months ago
Management Analyst - Recreation and Community Services
Desert Hot Springs, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$83K/yr - $101K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is a company that provides public sector solutions, and they are seeking a Management Analyst for the Recreation and Community Services department. The role involves supporting the Director in planning and coordinating departmental initiatives, managing operations across multiple facilities, and ensuring efficient community services.
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Responsibilities
Assist the Director in managing operations across multiple facilities including the Recreation Center, Senior Center, Health & Wellness Center, and Aquatic Center
Coordinate department-wide calendars, timelines, and deliverables to ensure smooth execution of programs and services
Serve as liaison between department staff and outside agencies to ensure program and facility coordination
Assist in the preparation, monitoring, and reporting of the department’s annual operating budgets
Ensure compliance with city procurement and risk management procedures
Manage contracts and vendor relationships for events, facility operations, and recreational programming
Support planning and logistical coordination for city-sponsored community events and programs
Support the Director in long-term strategic planning for recreation services and community engagement initiatives
Participate in special projects including complex research of new programs and services, budget analysis and preparation, and feasibility analyses; prepares and presents reports
Prepare comprehensive technical records and analytical reports pertaining to assigned area of responsibility; conducts research and comprehensive data collection efforts to support analysis
Assist in preparation of the City’s public relations program, prepares marketing and promotional materials in support of City’s efforts
Prepare project, pro forma or issues analysis utilizing analytical, quantitative and intuitive skills
Anticipate, plan and coordinate changes to policy and practices for assigned area; coordinates with other Departments to effect change as necessary
Collect, compile, and analyze complex information from various sources related to assigned programs; prepares reports which present and interpret data, and identifies alternatives; ensures compliance with local, State and Federal regulations; assists in review of new state and federal legislation; makes and justifies recommendations
Coordinate and collaborate outside agencies; serves as a liaison with public and private organizations, community groups and other social organizations; represents the City to Boards, Commissions, and County, State and Federal agencies; provide information and serves as a resource
Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen complaints and inquiries; review problems and recommends corrective actions; prepares summary reports as required
Serve on a variety of committees as assigned; prepares and presents staff reports to the Council and other Boards and Commissions
Monitor state and federal legislation that impacts Desert Hot Springs operations and the community
Perform various related essential duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in public administration, Business, Recreation, or a related field; OR education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree which provides the skills and knowledge necessary to meet the qualifications for the position
Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible professional experience in public sector administration, program management, or recreation/community services (government experience preferred)
Valid Class C California Driver's License
CPR/First Aid certification desirable
Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration, including goal setting, program and budget development and implementation and employee supervision
Knowledge of methods of research, program analysis, and report preparation
Knowledge of principles and procedures of financial and statistical record keeping and reporting
Knowledge of modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
Knowledge of principles of marketing and promotions
Knowledge of basic economic development practices and policies
Knowledge of negotiating skills and practices
Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations
Strong administrative, analytical, and project management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn recreation software (e.g., CivicRec)
Knowledge of municipal operations, budgeting principles, event planning, and facility management
Creative and collaborative approach to community engagement
Ability to use independent judgment and situational reasoning
Ability to comprehend and correctly use a variety of informational documents including City and department rules, laws and policies, messages, reports, and meeting minutes
Ability to prepare letters of correspondence, memos, transmittals, forms, and reports using prescribed format and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction and style
Ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with officials, coworkers, supervisor, members of the public, and other City personnel verbally and in writing
Benefits
Generous Vacation and Sick leave program
10 annual holidays and one (1) floating holiday
80 hours per year of sick leave
80 hours of vacation leave for the first five years
Civic Scholars Program
Opportunity to earn a bachelor's degree at no cost to the employee
Participates in the Social Security system
Covered by the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
City contributes a maximum amount per month towards the cost of medical, dental and vision coverage
Life insurance is paid by the City
Deferred Compensation Plan
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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