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State Bar of California · 2 weeks ago

Senior Program Analyst/Lead Program Analyst

180 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, US

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$115K/yr - $153K/yr

3+ years exp

The State Bar of California is seeking a full-time Senior Program Analyst or Lead Program Analyst to join its access to justice and diversity and inclusion team. The role involves researching and drafting policies, developing public-private partnerships, and managing projects to advance access to the legal system and diversity in California’s legal profession.

GovernmentLaw EnforcementLegal

Responsibilities

Provides expertise and guidance to other professional, and/or administrative staff in complex program analysis and solutions

Performs advanced research, conducts studies to determine needs, prepares reports, and recommends implementation procedures for a variety of program needs

Serves as a primary communication liaison with State Bar committees, members, financial institutions, vendors, contractors, general public, other departments and employees

Evaluates existing and alternative policies and makes recommendations toward establishment of revised policies and procedures

Performs advanced professional work in support of State Bar programs and services involving the knowledge, interpretation, and application of State Bar policies, rules, regulations, and procedures

Reviews processes and maintains program transactions, records and other documents; assists in the preparation and maintenance of statistical data, reports, correspondence, special studies, and conducts research

Provides input in developing and evaluating program policies and procedures and evaluates and proposes changes concerning the methods of operation

Provides lead direction over programs, staff, or special projects, which involves assigning, reviewing, and coordinating staff work

Trains staff in program policies, rules, regulations, and procedures; assesses workloads; assigns employees as necessary to ensure the proper level of support for ongoing activities of the department

Assists with the selection, training, direction, and evaluation of staff

Implements guidelines to ensure adherence to the State Bar rules and regulations governing the administration of State Bar programs, services, and membership

Represents the State Bar at programs and functions and responds to inquiries from board members, management, attorneys, and the public

May perform a number of other similar or related duties which may not be specifically included within this position description, but which are consistent with the general level of the job

Qualification

Policy analysisData analysisGrant complianceProject managementResearch skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsAttention to detailProblem-solvingConflict resolution

Required

Bachelor's degree in a field that develops skills related to essential duties, or a combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the duties of the position

Minimum of three (3) years of journey-level professional experience in data collection and evaluation, research or performance or financial analysis, or grant compliance in a public sector, legal or nonprofit environment, or equivalent

Excellent communicator with precise writing and analytical skills

Demonstrate sound judgment and attention to detail

Strong project management and organizational skills

Collaboration and relationship building skills

Knowledge of principles of office management, budgeting, administration, and supervision

Knowledge of problem identification, analysis, and evaluation

Knowledge of problem-solving and conflict-resolution methods and techniques

Knowledge of computer information systems, including personal computer applications, word processing, and spreadsheet programs

Knowledge of interviewing and investigative techniques

Knowledge of principles of effective writing and verbal presentation

Knowledge of coordination and operation of programs

Knowledge of working knowledge of the State Bar Offices and their functions and general knowledge of other agencies and their interface with the State Bar

Knowledge of personnel selection and supervisory principles, practices, and procedures

Knowledge of computerized information and database recordkeeping systems

Knowledge of office procedure, budget preparation, and maintenance techniques

Ability to apply the policies and practices of a department

Ability to understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, and regulations related to assigned programs

Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and evaluate programs under conflicting deadlines and demands

Ability to analyze material and problems and identify solutions

Ability to analyze problems and complaints, and identify solutions in a timely manner

Ability to mentor, assign, and prioritize work assignments of staff in support of meeting program goals

Ability to operate modern office equipment, including computer hardware, software, and internet and web-based applications

Ability to compile data and prepare narrative and statistical reports

Ability to appropriately respond to requests and inquiries from the public, State Bar members, or other departments

Ability to communicate concisely, and professionally, both orally and in writing

Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels and with the public

Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information

Preferred

Experience in policy analysis, legal aid, or grantmaking

Juris Doctorate or master's degree in a relevant field may substitute for up to two (2) years of experience

Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience, including at least two (2) years at the advanced journey level, in research, data collection and evaluation, performance or financial auditing, or business process re-engineering, in a public sector, legal or nonprofit environment, or equivalent

Company

State Bar of California

The State Bar of California’s mission is to protect the public and includes the primary functions of licensing, regulation and discipline of attorneys; the advancement of the ethical and competent practice of law; and support of efforts for greater access to, and inclusion in, the legal system.

Founded in 1927

San Francisco, California, USA

501-1000 employees