Date Posted:

October 22, 2024

Salary:

$9,842-$11,964/Monthly*

Description:

As a member of the Policy, Grants, & Special Projects team, the Policy, Grants, & Special Projects Administrative Analyst III (AA III) resides within the County Administrator’s Office (CAO). The AA III is responsible for planning and managing complex projects through collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data and anticipating impacts relating to operational, legislative, fiscal, and/or community issues. In addition to coordinating multi-department and/or multi-agency efforts and facilitating ongoing engagement, this position tracks complex and changing federal and state laws and administrative regulations affecting the County. Additional responsibilities include: • Acting as a lead on assigned policy development and other priority special projects • Managing contracts and consultants for specific projects and ensuring they are meeting objectives on schedule and monitoring and reporting progress • Proactively communicating, managing, and resolving project status and issues • Writing comprehensive Board items and managing the item approval process • Supporting the County’s emergency management during disaster response and recovery

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment; brings excellent diplomacy, political acumen, and intellectual curiosity; and has: • Experience developing new policies and programs and/or managing complex projects, including developing and monitoring project budgets • Experience researching, analyzing, developing, and making recommendations related to public policy, including interpreting legislation, ordinances, and municipal codes • An understanding of California County operations and procedures • Deep research and data analysis skills, good judgment, and a common sense approach to addressing challenging situations • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including business case and executive summary writing experience coupled with the ability to present conclusions before advisory boards, governing bodies, etc. • A sense of ownership and accountability, willingness, and commitment to add value to the organization • Some experience facilitating community and stakeholder engagement sessions with diverse audiences • Familiarity with public contracting and procurement processes • English/Spanish fluent (reading, writing, and conversational) bilingual skills are desired, but not required

How to Apply:

*Salary is negotiable within the established range and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. Apply by 11/4/24