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Location : Nevada City, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2024-0065
Department: Board of Supervisors-Clerk of the Board
Opening Date: 03/28/2024
Closing Date: 4/7/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Definition and Class Characteristics
INTERVIEWS FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD FRIDAY, APRIL 12
The County of Nevada is seeking a full-time Senior Management Analyst to serve the Board of Supervisors Office (BOS) located in Nevada City, California. The Senior Management Analyst serves in a high-level capacity and staff to the entire Nevada County Board of Supervisors serving under the Chief of Staff/Clerk of the Board. The candidate will work directly in the field and be a liaison for the Board of Supervisors' office with constituents, County Departments, jurisdictional partners and community partners. The position will be based primarily in Nevada City but will be expected to work in Truckee on a periodic basis, as well as travel on occasion. The candidate will supervise and be expected to help lead Board analyst team on special projects, project manage complex projects with tight deadlines, provide guidance on politically sensitive issues, and possess strong communication and analytical ability. Critical for success is the ability to understand and navigate public policy, and rolling up sleeves to accomplish administrative workloads.
Crucial skills for success include clear communication, the ability to take initiative, and the ability to use good discretion. Work opportunities include fielding and responding to public inquiries for information, conducting public policy research, working collaboratively in diverse teams, supporting efforts to advance county priorities, building and improving community partnerships and advancing legislative priorities. This is an exciting position that will serve as both an information detective and public ambassador. The candidate will also directly work with legislative delegates, community leaders, and most importantly community and constituent members.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about public service, place a strong emphasis on the need for data-driven solutions by exploring nuances and multifaceted perspectives when tackling any given issue! Qualifying applicants should have experience and/or desire to work with local leaders. Successful abilities include prioritizing multiple tasks while working in a fast-paced and exciting environment. The candidate should not be deterred by bureaucratic hurdles through innovative thinking, solution-driven problem solving and an earnest appreciation for community building and wellbeing.
Other work will include aspects of fiscal budgeting, detailed research, process improvement efforts, working on special projects, and some administrative support duties. True success in this position requires an excitement for working in the public sphere and advancing the well-being of the community. An individual who is results-oriented with the agility to shift in response to high-priority goals is essential. Understanding of local government and the vital ingredients for successful public-private partnerships is valued.
Minimum qualifications for this position include a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in business or public administration, political science, industrial relations or a related field; and two years of responsible professional analytical and/or management experience performing duties in an area to which the incumbent is assigned at a level equivalent to the Nevada County classification. A Master's degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
So, why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and visible communication, strives to be a hard-working organization, and recognizes personal contributions and growth. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides significant programming to keep us safe and balanced. This position is full-time and fully-benefited. The County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, and an FSA. We also offer flexible schedules to our staff!
We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform important job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Read the full to learn more about this position and the minimum requirements.
Benefits Guide
The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.
Health Insurance
The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.
2024 Health Insurance Plans
The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.
Life Insurance
Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya:
Dental & Vision Insurance
Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.
Retirement
The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.
CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers:
Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60
Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62
CalPERS Safety tiers:
Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50.
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55.
Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57.
We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice.
Nevada County Human Resources Department
950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2
Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov
www.nevadacountyca.gov
01
Which of the following best describes your level of education?
02
Please let us know the major subject area of your college education.
03
If you selected "Related Field", please explain.
04
Which of the following choices best describes your years of experience performing professional analytical and/or management experience at a level equivalent to the Nevada County Management Analyst II classification? The answer you select must match the job experience detail that you have included on your application.
05
Which of the following choices best describes the field related to your professional analytical and/or management experience performing duties at a level equivalent to the Nevada County Management Analyst II classification? Select the best choice.
06
The Management Analyst will work with a variety of assignments that will involve data collection and research used to develop recommendations on internal and external process improvements. Please let us know what your skills may be in the task described.
07
The Management Analyst spends their time and the time of others on what's important; quickly zeros in on the critical few and puts the trivial many aside; can quickly sense what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal; eliminates roadblocks and creates focus. Please tell us about your experience in priority setting.
08
This position can be very fast paced and requires the ability to handle several projects at once. What skills do you use when making adjustments to varying workflows and separating assignments? How do you react when faced with time constraints?
09
What is the single most important factor that must be present in your work environment for you to be successfully and happily employed? Now that you have answered that question, what were two others that you debated about responding before you gave the response that you chose?
10
What are the most important factors when a) drafting, b) reviewing, and c) implementing public policy?
Required Question
Location : Nevada City, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2024-0065
Department: Board of Supervisors-Clerk of the Board
Opening Date: 03/28/2024
Closing Date: 4/7/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Definition and Class Characteristics
INTERVIEWS FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD FRIDAY, APRIL 12
The County of Nevada is seeking a full-time Senior Management Analyst to serve the Board of Supervisors Office (BOS) located in Nevada City, California. The Senior Management Analyst serves in a high-level capacity and staff to the entire Nevada County Board of Supervisors serving under the Chief of Staff/Clerk of the Board. The candidate will work directly in the field and be a liaison for the Board of Supervisors' office with constituents, County Departments, jurisdictional partners and community partners. The position will be based primarily in Nevada City but will be expected to work in Truckee on a periodic basis, as well as travel on occasion. The candidate will supervise and be expected to help lead Board analyst team on special projects, project manage complex projects with tight deadlines, provide guidance on politically sensitive issues, and possess strong communication and analytical ability. Critical for success is the ability to understand and navigate public policy, and rolling up sleeves to accomplish administrative workloads.
Crucial skills for success include clear communication, the ability to take initiative, and the ability to use good discretion. Work opportunities include fielding and responding to public inquiries for information, conducting public policy research, working collaboratively in diverse teams, supporting efforts to advance county priorities, building and improving community partnerships and advancing legislative priorities. This is an exciting position that will serve as both an information detective and public ambassador. The candidate will also directly work with legislative delegates, community leaders, and most importantly community and constituent members.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about public service, place a strong emphasis on the need for data-driven solutions by exploring nuances and multifaceted perspectives when tackling any given issue! Qualifying applicants should have experience and/or desire to work with local leaders. Successful abilities include prioritizing multiple tasks while working in a fast-paced and exciting environment. The candidate should not be deterred by bureaucratic hurdles through innovative thinking, solution-driven problem solving and an earnest appreciation for community building and wellbeing.
Other work will include aspects of fiscal budgeting, detailed research, process improvement efforts, working on special projects, and some administrative support duties. True success in this position requires an excitement for working in the public sphere and advancing the well-being of the community. An individual who is results-oriented with the agility to shift in response to high-priority goals is essential. Understanding of local government and the vital ingredients for successful public-private partnerships is valued.
Minimum qualifications for this position include a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in business or public administration, political science, industrial relations or a related field; and two years of responsible professional analytical and/or management experience performing duties in an area to which the incumbent is assigned at a level equivalent to the Nevada County classification. A Master's degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
So, why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and visible communication, strives to be a hard-working organization, and recognizes personal contributions and growth. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides significant programming to keep us safe and balanced. This position is full-time and fully-benefited. The County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, and an FSA. We also offer flexible schedules to our staff!
We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform important job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Read the full to learn more about this position and the minimum requirements.
Benefits Guide
The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.
Health Insurance
The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.
2024 Health Insurance Plans
- Anthem Select HMO
- Anthem Traditional HMO
- Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO
- Blue Shield Trio HMO
- Kaiser HMO
- PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan)
- PERS Platinum PPO
- PORAC (Available to PORAC members only)
The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.
Life Insurance
Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya:
- Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Basic Term Life
- Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans
- Optional Dependent Term Life
- Optional Term Life
Dental & Vision Insurance
Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.
Retirement
The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.
CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers:
Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60
Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62
CalPERS Safety tiers:
Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50.
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55.
Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57.
We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice.
Nevada County Human Resources Department
950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2
Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov
www.nevadacountyca.gov
01
Which of the following best describes your level of education?
- Associates Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
02
Please let us know the major subject area of your college education.
- Accounting
- Business
- Public Administration
- Political Science
- Industrial Relations
- Other
- Related Field
- Not Applicable-No Degree
03
If you selected "Related Field", please explain.
04
Which of the following choices best describes your years of experience performing professional analytical and/or management experience at a level equivalent to the Nevada County Management Analyst II classification? The answer you select must match the job experience detail that you have included on your application.
- None
- Less than one year
- One year
- Two years
- Three years
- Four years
- Five or more years
05
Which of the following choices best describes the field related to your professional analytical and/or management experience performing duties at a level equivalent to the Nevada County Management Analyst II classification? Select the best choice.
- Budgetary/Fiscal Analysis/Accounting
- Administrative/Organizational/Office Analysis
- Personnel Management/Analysis
- Policy/Legislative Analysis
- Other
06
The Management Analyst will work with a variety of assignments that will involve data collection and research used to develop recommendations on internal and external process improvements. Please let us know what your skills may be in the task described.
- I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.
- I have had education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.
- I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
- I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.
07
The Management Analyst spends their time and the time of others on what's important; quickly zeros in on the critical few and puts the trivial many aside; can quickly sense what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal; eliminates roadblocks and creates focus. Please tell us about your experience in priority setting.
- I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.
- I have had education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.
- I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
- I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.
08
This position can be very fast paced and requires the ability to handle several projects at once. What skills do you use when making adjustments to varying workflows and separating assignments? How do you react when faced with time constraints?
09
What is the single most important factor that must be present in your work environment for you to be successfully and happily employed? Now that you have answered that question, what were two others that you debated about responding before you gave the response that you chose?
10
What are the most important factors when a) drafting, b) reviewing, and c) implementing public policy?
Required Question
