JOB This is a temporary, part-time position and is not eligible for benefits.
DEFINITION

Under general direction, the Staff Analyst plans, directs, evaluates, and participates in the work of administrative and technical support for a department; performs and manages the most complex and specialized work for the department; and performs other work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a single class, journey-level position responsible for technical, financial, analytical and project management assignments in the department. Incumbents work with independence performing work that is difficult and complex.

REPORTS TO

Department Head, or designee

CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED

May supervise technical or support staff

TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in an office environment; continuous contact with other staff; frequent contact with other agencies, vendors and the public; may be required to travel for trainings and meetings; occasional evening and weekend work may be required. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)

Reviews and analyzes departmental operations, policies, and procedures.
Gathers and studies data regarding department operations; reviews and analyzes organizational studies, policies, procedures, budgetary requirements and other aspects of agency operations; prepares reports and makes recommendations on department policies, procedures, and operations.
Reviews and analyzes legislation, state mandated regulations and procedures and relevant court decisions to determine impact on dept. operations; makes recommendations for necessary actions.
Handles the highly specialized assignments, such as acting as the staff development officer, budget officer, or program analysis manager with department-wide responsibilities.
Prepares and presents agenda items and staff reports for the Board of Supervisors meetings
Represents the department in meetings with personnel from other departments and agencies.
May assign, coordinate and schedule the work of departmental staff
Determines training and development needs.
Identifies, develops and coordinates resources for all departmental training and staff development and/or directs and advises unit staff in the area of training and staff development, including workshops, training programs, and on-the-job training sessions.
Conducts and/or coordinates workshops and training sessions on a variety of topics, including but not limited to technical skills, program areas, customer service skills and safety
Other duties as assigned. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Knowledge of:

General principles of public and business administration.
Effective project management methods and techniques
Agency organization and departmental relationships.
Departmental program goals, requirements, and operations; and community needs and resources.
Principles and practices of employee training and development.
Effective communication, facilitation methods, and aids used for training programs and presentations.
Principles and practices of effective supervision.

Ability to:

Plan, organize, and coordinate large projects and staff trainings
Analyze problems, select alternatives, determine project consequence of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of departmental objectives.
Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, and regulations as they relate to various areas of responsibility.
Collect, interpret, and evaluate narrative and statistical data pertaining to fiscal and management matters.
Provide verbal and written technical direction to others.
Communicate effectively in writing in order to prepare a variety of reports, correspondence, and memoranda.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Interpret and apply equal opportunity laws, civil service regulations, and provisions of contracts, ordinances, and negotiated agreements and other regulations or policies relating to personnel.
Plan, coordinate, and implement training programs.
Speak effectively and convey ideas clearly while facilitating group discussions and training sessions

Supplemental Information

The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of San Benito assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a "meet and confer" process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.