Senior Management Analyst - Public Utilities

JOB
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE CITY OF VERNON SENIOR MANAGEMENT ANALYST - PUBLIC UTILITIESMONTHLY SALARY: $8,714 - $10,592 FINAL FILING DEADLINETHURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026, AT 11:59 PM OR ONCE 100 QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO FILL ONE FULL-TIME VACANCY IN THE VERNON PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT AND TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST TO BE USED FOR FUTURE VACANCIES.This position supports the City’s Public Utilities Department Natural Gas Division by performing a variety of experienced journey-level analytical, technical, complex, and administrative tasks and research. The work requires regulatory compliance experience, exercise of independent judgment, analysis, and initiative; knowledge of pipeline safety regulations is highly desirable.Under general supervision, performs a variety of advanced journey-level analytical, technical, complex tasks and develops, implements, and monitors projects, programs, and functions in support of a City Department; work requires the exercise of independent judgment, initiative and discretion based on knowledge of policies and procedures and municipal operations in performing daily activities. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Senior Management Analyst is the advanced journey level in the Management Analyst job series; this classification is distinguished from Management Analyst by the performance of advanced journey level duties; responsibility over one or more functional areas or programs that have citywide impact or that cross departmental lines. May exercise functional, technical, or lead responsibility on a project basis and/or direct supervision over paraprofessional, technical, and clerical staff. This class is distinguished from the Principal Management Analyst by the absence of direct supervision of other professional-level staff and the absence of managerial responsibilities for a division or section. Incumbents report to the City Administrator, a Department Director, or a Division Manager; and may supervise technical and administrative staff.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs a variety of complex duties in support of department managers, various professional-level operations and activities within an assigned department including budget development, program coordination and monitoring and departmental policy and procedure development, implementation, and administration Oversees coordination of assigned activities with other functions, divisions, outside agencies, and the general public; in conjunction with the appropriate departments and outside agencies, develops, implements projects and monitors revenue and expenses related to activities for city projects, programs and contracted servicesPerforms a variety of professional-level research, administrative, operational, and analytical duties in support of an assigned departmentReviews and identifies issues, collects data, analyzes alternatives, and makes recommendations as to appropriate action, prepares and presents reports, participates in special projects and assignmentsResponds to and recommends resolution to difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaintsPrepares Requests for Proposals and manages contractsOversees departmental invoice and bill processing and ensures discrepancies are reconciledPrepares City Council and Commission staff reports, financial reports, statistical tables, charts, and graphsMay serve as a management liaison to various boards, committees, and advisory boards as assigned Conducts complex research and analysis activities concerning organizational structure, staffing, operations, procedures, and policies; makes recommendations for departmental and city policyConducts complex surveys, analyzes data, prepares presentations, and makes recommendationsPrepares and reviews variety of materials, drafts, letters, memos, reports, manuals, forms, and maintains databases, departmental records, file storage, and management systemsMay supervise and evaluate technical and administrative support staffKeeps abreast of current developments and trends in the field of public administrationMonitors state and federal legislation regarding assigned areas, interprets state, federal, and grant regulations, and assesses departmental or City compliance with same, assists in developing programs and procedures in response to new legislation Prepares and distributes a variety of routine and non-routine reports; attends and participates in a variety of meetings and committees as assignedSupports the relationship between the City of Vernon and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assignedWhen assigned to Public Utilities: Analyzes electric, natural gas, broadband, and water federal and state legislation and regulatory actions and makes recommendations to mitigate risks and help develop plan to meet utility requirements Review processes and policies to provide recommendations for new technologies and process changes that will improve the areas of utility mapping, asset tracking, and cost estimatingLeads and manages programs and projects, including Emergency Response Plan, Strategic Plan, benchmarking/Key Performance Indicators and support the Enterprise Risk Management program Reviews and finalizes departmental correspondence, submittals, legal documents, and forms for approval Prepares staff reports for City Council and Commissions; implements and disseminates approved itemsMonitors departmental contractsManages Request for Proposals, Request for Qualifications, Requests for Information

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge of: City Code, City Ordinances and Operating Manuals Principles, methods, and practices of public administration, municipal operations, and budgetsPrinciples and practices of office administrationRecords management principlesResearch techniques, methods, and proceduresTelephone etiquette protocolCustomer service standards and protocolsPrinciples and methods of supervision and trainingBusiness computers and standard MS Office software applicationsSkill in: Providing highly skilled technical and professional level support to executive or management–level personnelPreparing correspondence, agendas, and various types of documentsReviewing pertinent information, making thorough analysis, and arriving at sound conclusions and projections to make recommendationsOrganizing and maintaining departmental records and filing systemsResponding to public inquiriesCoordinating special projects in support of administrative operationsPrioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demandsOperating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business softwareExplaining City policies and proceduresCommunicating effectively verbally and in writing Providing technical and functional supervision to technical and administrative staffDealing tactfully and courteously with elected officials, employees, and the publicEstablishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with elected officials, managers, fellow employees, and the public LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: A valid California State Driver’s License may be required.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a standard office environment with some travel to different sites and events. Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings or weekends.Pursuant to California Government Code §3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their supervisors or by law.SELECTION PROCESS: Completed application packets will be reviewed and qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. The selection process may include a written exam and/or an external virtual panel interview. Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for the position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Applications must be submitted online. If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered. Stating "see resume" is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. To view the complete job description, please visit our website at www.cityofvernon.org. It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the Human Resources Department of any changes to their contact information. Following the closing of the filing period for this recruitment, the Human Resources Department will review the application materials submitted for minimum qualifications. “The City of Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer” CITY OF VERNON - HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT Lisette Grizzelle, Human Resources Managerlgrizzelle@cityofvernonca.gov - (323) 583-8811, ext. 166