Public Works Management Analyst (Open and Promotional)

Public Works Management Analyst (Open and Promotional)

Salary

$121,264.00 - $151,611.20 Annually

Location

County of San Mateo, CA

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

D181AAW

Department

Road Construction and Operations

Opening Date

07/07/2026

Closing Date

7/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

50B

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Description

The Department of Public Works is seeking a highly analytical and collaborative person to join our Vehicle and Equipment Services Division as a Management Analyst. The Management Analyst will perform a wide variety of moderate to highly complex support activities, will work on various projects as assigned, will supervise two staff members, and will receive direct supervision from the Vehicle and Equipment Manager.

The Vehicle and Equipment Services Section provides procurement, maintenance, and repair services for over 1,000 vehicles and pieces of equipment at three (3) repair facilities.

The ideal candidate is:

• Able to perform complex analytical and financial activities
• Experienced in procurement and contract administration, preferably in a public works organization
• Experienced in the use of financial, budgeting, and cost accounting software as well as analytical software like Excel
• Collaborative and able to develop and maintain positive working relationships with staff at various levels of the organization
• An excellent communicator with strong writing, proofreading, and editing skills

The position will be fully on-site at 752 Chestnut Street, Redwood City, CA 94063. During the probationary period, the selected candidate will be expected to work a Monday-through-Friday schedule.

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop and manage the two-year operating budget for Vehicle and Equipment Services and the Road Maintenance Unit
• Develop vehicle service charges and vehicle and maintenance budgets for County Departments based on historical division expenses and projected vehicle usage and costs
• Monitor the budget and complete the Mid-Year and Year-End financial templates, including year-end projections, fund balance appropriations, and September revisions
• Administer Vehicle Replacement Funds (VRF's) for County departments; provide analysis and recommendations for vehicle replacements; prepare VRF and Vehicle Analysis reports
• Lead and oversee all regulatory compliance and reporting activities for the division, ensuring adherence to applicable federal, state, and local requirements, accurate and timely submissions, and appropriate documentation and recordkeeping
• Lead division procurement and contracting activities, including developing and managing Requests for Proposals, preparing and reviewing contracts and amendments, and contract monitoring
• Manage the division's fleet management information, telematics, fuel, and motor pool reservation systems
• Review and approve departmental invoices for vehicles, equipment, material inventories, and other employee expenses
• Oversee the division's administrative functions, including invoice processing, vehicle registrations and renewals, operational reporting, records management, and internal auditing to ensure accuracy and compliance with established policies and procedures
• Perform research and/or data gathering activities, analyze and interpret collected data, and prepare periodic or special reports and/or recommendations to higher level management
• Supervise staff as assigned
• Perform related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Project and/or program management, analytical processes, and report preparation techniques.
• Working knowledge of business administration and/or public administration.
• Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development, and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures.
• Principles of mathematical and statistical computations.
• Research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Principles and practices of public administration as applied to operational unit and program administration.
• Principles and practices of county management and government.
• Sources of information related to a broad range of county programs, services, and administration.
• Basic principles, practices, and procedures of funding sources and grant funds disbursement.
• Principles and practices of contract administration and evaluation; and public agency budget development and administration, and sound financial management policies and procedures.
• Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the operations of the assigned division.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Techniques for effectively representing the County in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.

Ability to:

• Assist in the development of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the department.
• Coordinate and oversee programmatic administrative, budgeting, and/or fiscal reporting activities.
• Perform responsible and difficult administrative work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.
• Conduct research on a wide variety of administrative topics including grant funding, contract feasibility, budget and staffing proposals, and operational alternatives.
• Evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Operate and maintain modern office equipment, including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Plan, organize, and carry out assignments from management staff with minimal direction.
• Plan and conduct effective management, administrative, and operational studies.
• Analyze, interpret, summarize, and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines in politically sensitive situations.
• Effectively represent the department and the County in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.

Training and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be at least three years of professional administrative experience for the Management Analyst level.

Application/Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, or extra-help/limited term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: Pass/Fail) based on the candidates application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the Countys website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the Countys website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

Tentative Recruitment Schedule

Final Filing Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Civil Service Panel Interview: Week of August 10, 2026

About the County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.

HR Analyst: Sarah Huynh (07072026)(Management Analyst - D181)

We invite you to explore our Benefits-at-a-Glance page for a snapshot of the comprehensive and competitive benefits available to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. From health and wellness to financial security, our benefits are designed to support you at every stage of your career. (Please note that benefits are subject to change.)

In addition to core benefits, the County is proud to offer a variety of wellness and professional development programs to help you grow both personally and professionally. Most of these enriching opportunities are available during work hours and come at no cost to you.

As a County employee, you'll also be covered by the federal Social Security system, earning valuable retirement benefits based on your salary and years of service.

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IMPORTANT: Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the following supplemental questions. Your responses will give us additional information about your background and experience related to this position and will be used in the selection process. Be concise and specific. Neatness, clarity of expression, grammar, spelling and ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses to these questions.

• I have read and understand these instructions.

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Describe your experience and level of responsibility in preparing and managing budgets. In your response, include a significant fiscal or budget problem that requires innovative problem solving on your part. Explain why the problem was significant, the challenges you encountered, the creative steps you took to resolve the problem and the results.

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Describe your experience developing, managing, and monitoring contracts for a government agency. Include the types of contracts, their amounts, and the systems used.

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Describe a project that you independently managed that involved coordinating multiple parties efforts to achieve the desired goal. Include the steps you took and describe the outcome.

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Describe your experience analyzing financial data, developing fiscal projections, preparing financial reports, and making fiscal recommendations to management. Be specific. Include your title, the types of financial data and reports, and how and to whom did you report the data.

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How did you learn about this position?

• County of San Mateo Website
• County of San Mateo Job Interest Card Notification
• County Hosted Virtual Event
• County Hosted Job Fair
• CalOpps.org
• Civic Match
• College/University Career Center
• Community-based Organization Posting
• Facebook/Instagram
• Friend or Relative
• GovernmentJobs.com
• Indeed
• Job Fair
• LinkedIn
• Professional Publication/Website (Please specify in next question)
• X (formerly called Twitter)
• Zip Recruiter
• Other (Please specify in next question)

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If you answered, "Professional Publication/Website" or "Other" to the above question, please indicate below how you learned about this position. Your response to this question will help us in better marketing County jobs. Type NA if not applicable.

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Employer County of San Mateo

Address County of San Mateo Human Resources Department

500 County Center, 4th Floor

Redwood City, California, 94063-1663

Phone (650) 363-4343

Website https://jobs.smcgov.org