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County of Los Angeles · 10 hours ago

MANAGEMENT ANALYST/EMERGENCY APPOINTMENTS HOMELESSNESS

Los Angeles County, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

The County of Los Angeles is addressing the homelessness crisis and is seeking qualified individuals for Management Analyst positions. The role involves researching, analyzing, and synthesizing data to develop policies and improve operations related to homelessness services.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Researches information by identifying, locating and extracting relevant data and information (e.g., by reading, collecting, downloading, interviewing) from varied sources (e.g., Internet search engines, library materials, government and technical reports, knowledgeable individuals) in order to obtain sufficient, valid and reliable data for analysis and decision making purposes

Compiles information by grouping and/or categorizing the information (e.g., in tables, spreadsheets, data files) in meaningful ways in order to facilitate analysis

Analyzes information using qualitative and/or quantitative analytical methods in order to understand and draw fact-based conclusions, often from large amounts of information; identifies issues and problems requiring additional research and study and takes appropriate action to ensure sound study results

Develops and/or recommends the development of policies, programs, or procedures to address problems or improve operations by applying the results of research and analysis of pertinent information in order to ensure the highest likelihood of success

Prepares a variety of documents (e.g., reports, business correspondence, memoranda), adapting formats suitable to the purpose and using relevant software programs (e.g., word processing, desktop publishing, presentation) in order to effectively communicate information to various audiences (e.g., departmental personnel, members of the public, governing boards)

Interacts with a variety of individuals (e.g., vendors, managers, representatives of external agencies/organizations) when participating in meetings, mediating disputes, making presentations, providing advice and/or consultation services, etc. in order to communicate information, share ideas, present recommended solutions, gain agreement and coordinate activities

Coordinates activities, such as those of contractors, consultants, outside agencies, etc. to ensure that programs are successfully planned, implemented, and/or evaluated

Monitors processes and programs by gathering and analyzing relevant information in order to ensure that processes are capable and stable, and that programs are proceeding as intended

Evaluates program effectiveness by comparing outcomes to goals in order to determine whether to continue or modify the program

Performs various administrative duties (e.g., creating and maintaining files; formatting standard documents; receiving, processing, and routing documents) by appropriately applying Federal and State laws, County and local ordinances, and departmental policies and procedures in order to ensure all work done complies with established guidelines and requirements

Qualification

Data analysisResearch skillsPolicy developmentReport writingProgram evaluationProject coordinationCommunication skills

Required

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university -AND- Two years of experience performing basic to routine analytical assignments that involved researching, analyzing and synthesizing data, as well as recommending solutions to problems related to administrative or program support functional areas

A Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a discipline related to core administrative areas such as contract development and administration or human resources; health programs analysis; or in a discipline related to the core business function or mission of the department

Four years of experience performing basic to routine analytical assignments which involved researching, analyzing and synthesizing data, as well as recommending solutions to problems related to administrative or program support functional areas

A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions

In order to receive credit for any college or university course, or any type of college or university degree, or any certificates, such as Bachelor's or higher, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, or official transcripts from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days of filing

Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE)