Administrative Analyst

Administrative Analyst

Salary

$72,083.92 - $87,618.43 Annually

Location

Contra Costa County, CA

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

APWA-2026A

Department

County-Wide

Opening Date

08/03/2026

Closing Date

8/10/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

ZB

• Description
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The Position

Bargaining Unit: Local 21 - Non-Supervisory Management

Why Join Contra Costa County?

Contra Costa County is offering an excellent employment opportunity for qualified individuals interested in the Administrative Analyst position. There are vacancies located in various departments throughout the County, including: Auditor-Controller, Conservation and Development, DoIT, EHSD, Fire District, Health Services, Human Resources, Library, Public Defender, Public Works, Office of the Sheriff, and Treasurer-Tax Collector.

Administrative Analysts work under close supervision and receive instructions on the priority of projects, the nature and purpose of studies, and work methods and techniques required to complete assignments. Study findings and recommendations are carefully reviewed.

The current recruitment is to fill one (1) vacancy in the Employment & Human Services Department, though the eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies throughout Contra Costa County as they arise.

About the Employment and Human Services Department:

Contra Costa County's Employment and Human Services Department works diligently to provide the community with resources that support, protect, and empower individuals and families to achieve self-sufficiency. The department is committed to hiring candidates that share our core values of delivering an exceptional customer service experience, encouraging open communication, embracing change, practicing ethical behavior, and embracing diversity.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Organized. You will be managing concurrent projects with various internal and external cross-function workgroups
• Analytical. You will be solving organizational problems that require innovative solutions
• Adaptable. You will need to adapt easily to varied and changing priorities
• Honest. You should demonstrate professional and ethical behavior in all situations
• A Team Player. You should be able to demonstrate cooperation and teamwork with your colleagues
• Concise. You should have strong oral and written communication skills

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Gathering, tabulating, and analyzing data
• Writing reports, drafting policies, procedures, bulletins, and manuals
• Analyzing, evaluating, and submitting recommendations on organizational needs including programs, finance, personnel, facilities, and equipment requirements
• Entering data, tracking, analyzing, and making recommendations based on data
• Interpreting legislation and making recommendations on policies
• Preparing, writing, and organizing reports for public consumption
• Managing contract and grant administrative duties

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will have the ability to serve your community through public service
• You will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative team environment

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• Legislation and regulations change often so processes and procedures need to be frequently updated
• Teamwork expectations require supporting the work of others

Competencies Required:

• Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
• Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
• Fact-Finding: Obtaining facts and data pertaining to an issue or question
• Mathematical Facility: Performing computations and solving mathematical problems
• Reading Comprehension: Understanding and using written information
• Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications
• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Self-Management: Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
• Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
• Interpersonal Savvy: Considering and responding appropriately to the needs and feelings of others in different situations
• Professional Impact: Presenting self as a positive representative of the organization
• Managing Performance: Ensuring superior individual and group performance.

To read the complete job description, please visit the website here.

The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration or public administration, or a closely related field.

Substitution for Education: Successful completion of at least 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university which included at least one three semester unit or four and one-half quarter unit course transferable to accredited four year college or university in each of the following areas (1) English composition; (2) business or public administration, political science or government; (3) mathematics or statistics; and (4) psychology or behavioral science; and two years full time experience or its equivalent in an administrative or staff capacity performing administrative, personnel or budgetary analysis which included the research, analysis and preparation of written reports; or an acceptable combination of qualifying experience beyond the two-year minimum education requirement may be substituted for the baccalaureate degree.

Substitution for Academic Major: One (1) year full time or its equivalent experience in an administrative or staff capacity performing administrative, personnel or budgetary analysis which included the research, analysis and preparation of written reports and recommendations, or possession of a Masters degree in business or public administration of a closely related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required academic major.

Selection Process

• Application Filing and Evaluation: All applicants must apply online at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement and supplemental questionnaire by the final filing date. Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination.

• Online Assessment: Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the Administrative Analyst Core Multiple-Choice Assessment. The multiple-choice assessment will be administered via a web-based platform and will measure candidates competencies as they relate to Administrative Analyst. These may include but are not limited to: analyzing & interpreting data, critical thinking, fact-finding, mathematical facility, reading comprehension, attention to detail, and writing. (Weight 100%).

• The Administrative Analyst Multiple Choice Assessment is tentatively scheduled to take place via computer (remotely): August 20, 2026, through August 24, 2026.

• Final Selection Interviews: These will be scheduled by the department once the eligible list is established.

Candidates are not permitted to retake the same assessment within a six (6) month period. If you apply for another recruitment that uses this exam and the test is scheduled within six (6) months of the date you took the test this time, you will not have the option to re-take the exam.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Norma Martinez at Norma.Martinez@hrd.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs' applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Contra Costa County is committed to providing equal access and opportunity to qualified individuals with disabilities in its employment practices. If you believe you may anticipate needing reasonable accommodations, please visit our job seeker resources page at: Special Testing Accommodations | Contra Costa County, CA Official Website.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

01

The purpose of the questionnaire is to provide applicants the opportunity to elaborate on their experience, education, and training for the position and to assist Human Resources staff in assessing each applicants qualifications. Your responses to the questionnaire will be used to better understand relevant experience, education, and training to determine which applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the recruitment process. Do not answer any of the questions by indicating "see attached application" or "see resume."

• I understand

02

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?

• I do not have a GED or High School diploma
• G.E.D. equivalency
• High School Diploma/High School Proficiency Certificate
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher

03

If you selected having complete a "Bachelor's Degree or higher" in the previous question, please enter your degree major and graduation date (MM/YYYY) in the box below. If this does not apply to you, type N/A.

04

Have you completed at least 60 semester units or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university, including one transferable course in EACH of the following areas? 1. English Composition 2. Business/Public Administration, Political Science, or Government 3. Mathematics or Statistics 4. Psychology or Behavioral Science Please ensure you have included proof of this coursework with your application.

• Yes
• No

05

How many years of full-time experience do you possess performing administrative, personnel, or budgetary analysis that included experience performing researching, analyzing, and preparation of written reports?

• I do not have any experience as described
• I have less than one (1) year of experience as described
• I have at least one (1) or more, but less than two (2) years of experience as described
• I have at least two (2) or more, but less than three (3) years of experience as described
• I have at least three (3) or more, but less than four (4) years of experience as described
• I have four (4) or more years of experience as described

06

If you answered "Yes" to Question #5, briefly describe your qualifying full-time administrative, personnel, or budgetary analysis experience; including your experience gathering and analyzing program or fiscal data to support management decision-making and the employer name. If you do not have this experience, enter "N/A." Responses such as "See Resume" will be considered incomplete.

07

The current vacancy for Administrative Analyst is in the Employment & Human Services Department (EHSD). Please note: this eligible list may be used to fill vacancies in any of the following departments throughout the period that the list remains active; however, this does not guarantee that there is or will be a vacancy in any specific department. Which departments are you interested in working for? If you do not select a "All Departments", you will only be referred to the agencies that you select.

• Employment & Human Services
• Department of Conservation and Development
• Health Services
• Probation
• Public Works
• Sheriff (A Thorough Background Investigation, Including Polygraph Will Be Conducted)
• All Departments

08

For what type of positions would you like to be considered? Indicate all that apply.

• Permanent Full-Time (Regularly scheduled 40 hours per week, full fringe benefits)
• Permanent Part-Time (Regularly scheduled less than 40 hours per week; prorated vacation, sick leave; eligible for medical/dental benefits; retirement plan)
• Temporary - Limited Term Employment (A limited period of time, paid on an hourly basis, eligible for paid time off if assignment exceeds one (1) year)
• Permanent Intermittent (Irregular, unscheduled employment on an on-call or per diem basis, paid hourly; must be available to work every other weekend; scheduled for one major and three minor holidays. Prorated vacation and sick leave; medical coverage available wholly at employees expense)

09

Per Personnel Management Regulation (PMR) Rule 718, this eligible list may be used for alternative certification purposes to fill other related positions. If you are hired permanently on an alternate certification, your name will be removed from the Administrative Analyst eligible list. Would you like to be referred on alternate certifications?

• Yes
• No

10

If you marked "Yes" for alternate certifications, please select the classifications you would be interested in. Classification - Administrative Analyst

• Administrative Aide ($53,315.36 - $82,709.62 Annually)
• I am only interested in Administrative Analyst opportunities

11

By checking this box, I am confirming that all statements made in this supplemental questionnaire and on the application are accurate and true; and I understand that misstatements or omissions of material facts will result in being rejected from this recruitment process, or released from future employment with Contra Costa County.

• I agree

Required Question

Employer County of Contra Costa