Senior Management Analyst

Senior Management Analyst

Salary

$94,598.40 - $122,823.96 Annually

Location

City Hall 12700 Norwalk Blvd., CA

Job Type

Full-Time (General Unit)

Job Number

27-26VN/TV

Department

Community Development

Division

COMMUNITY DEVT OPERATIONS

Opening Date

10/27/2026

Closing Date

11/27/2026 6:00 PM Pacific

Max Number of Applicants

50

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

The City has the authority to limit the number of applications considered to the first 50 applicants. This recruitment process may end at any time; apply immediately.

The City of Norwalk seeks a motivated individual to join the Community Development Team! The Community Development Department consists of Housing, Building, and Planning Divisions. The ideal candidate will need knowledge and experience in different community development functions, such as Housing - Housing Authority, CDBG, successor agency, tax increment financing, building and safety, planning, etc. Furthermore, the ideal candidate will complete a range of analytical, technical, confidential, financial and sensitive assignments. Assignments require discretion and care in handling confidential and sensitive information that supports management decisions, as well as professionalism, tact, and diplomacy when interacting with internal and external staff, management, and stakeholders in planning and coordinating work efforts. The Senior Management Analyst is expected to independently perform analysis and provide written explanation of such to Management, including proposing creative problem-solving solutions.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

The Senior Management Analyst is a multiple-position class filled by experienced administrative personnel who conduct projects or direct programs, analyze problems, compile data, and make appropriate recommendations. The Senior Management Analyst may be assigned to various City departments.

Essential Duties

Essential duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Conducts or directs assigned projects or program activity; provides administrative assistance in research and statistical analysis regarding issues, proposed legislation, programs, or operations; prepares and presents reports of findings and recommendations for appropriate action.

As assigned, administers contract or grant-funded program activity, directing and monitoring work performed; prepares or drafts related proposals, reports, and records; monitors budget expenditures.

Compiles information and prepares manuals, documents, agenda items, resolutions, or publications relating to administrative, fiscal, or operational issues.

As a designated representative, leads or participates in committee activity; coordinates or conducts activities with other City departments, agencies, and organizations and the community, contributing views and interests of the department in the execution of assigned duties.

Assists in department management, other City personnel, and the public regarding administrative, fiscal, or operational issues, policies, or procedures.

Participates in the development of departmental goals and objectives; participates in the development of the assigned departmental budgets and in budget administration.

Qualification Guidelines

Knowledge of: the principles of municipal administration, accounting and auditing, budget and grants management, community relations, and program planning; related laws, ordinances, and regulations; principles of research, statistical analysis, and report preparation; methods and techniques of supervision.

Ability to: perform complex professional administrative and analytical work requiring sensitivity to issues; interpret and apply related laws, ordinances, and policies; conduct research; prepare and present reports; provide liaison to other city personnel, other agencies, and the public; work independently; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; direct the work of others involved in a related activity.

Education and/or Experience

Any combination of education and/or experience has provided the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. Example combinations include:

Completion of a four-year college curriculum in public administration, accounting, or a related field; and at least three years of responsible public sector experience related to the responsibilities of the assigned position. A masters degree in public or business administration is preferred. Experience with economic development, workforce development, business development, or planning experience is highly desirable.

Required Licenses and Certificates

Depending upon assignment, possession, or ability to obtain an appropriate California drivers license, a satisfactory driving record may be required.

Supplemental Information

SELECTION PROCESS

Apply online at https://www.norwalk.org/departments_services/human_resources/index.php. Employment application and supplemental questions must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted instead, a City application. Applicant must be specific in describing qualifications for this position on application. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. Faxed materials or postmarks will not be accepted. Applications will be screened about the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Candidates with qualifications that best relate to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure the continuation of the selection process. The selection process will include an oral interview and other testing processes designed to predict successful job performance.

For a complete copy of the class specification, please click here.

The City provides preference to military veterans under consideration for initial employment. To claim veterans preference, an applicant must submit their most recent DD214 form. An eligible veteran has served in the United States armed forces and has received an honorable discharge.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling the Department of Human Resources at least three (3) business days before the scheduled examination/interview date. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

The City of Norwalk, in compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability, sex, or sexual orientation in its employment actions, policies, procedures, or practices.

Benefits for General Unit Employees

Retirement: Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) is as follows: Employees hired after January 1, 2013 who are new to Cal-PERS, or are returning members with a break in service greater than six months, will be enrolled into the 2% @ 62 retirement plan formula and will be required to pay up to 50% of the "normal costs" currently 8.5%). Returning members with a break in service less than six months may be enrolled into the 2% @ 55 retirement plan formula and will be required to pay 7% of their reportable compensation (employee contribution), if eligible. Furthermore as a result of PEPRA, CalPERS will take into account prior service at a reciprocal retirement system (or system that has similar agreements with CalPERS, such as CalSTRS) when determining your benefit formula when you enter membership with a CalPERS employer.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available to provide help to employees and members of their families who are experiencing personal problems. For more information contact the Department of Human Resources.

Paid Holidays: The City currently observes ten holidays plus two floating holidays.

Vacation Leave: Eighty hours per year after completion of one year; 120 hours per year after completion of 5 years; 160 hours per year after completion of ten years or more.

Sick Leave: Credit for sick leave with pay shall accrue at the rate of (8) hours for each calendar month of service. A 3,000 hour Hourly Unit employee who is hired to a full-time position, shall have the right to use any previously earned sick leave while serving their probationary period in the new promotional classification. However, the probationary period will be extended by the amount of time used.

Medical Plan: Each employee has a choice of insurance plans offered through the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). The City currently pays the monthly premium cost up to $1,600.

Dental Insurance: Covered through Delta Dental Plan. The City pays 100% of the premium for employee plus dependents.

Vision Insurance: Covered through Vision Services Program (VSP). The City pays 100% of the premium for employee plus dependents.

Group Life Insurance Plan: Life insurance is provided at no cost to the employee. The City provides $5,000 term insurance to employees with less than 5 years of service. Effective the first month following completion of 5 years continuous service, employees are covered with insurance equal to one and one-half times their annual salary.

Voluntary Insurance Plans: Optional Supplemental Life, Short Term Disability, Hospitalization, Accident, and Cancer insurance policies are available at the employees cost.

Long Term Disability Insurance: The City pays 100% of the insurance plan.

Deferred Compensation: Option plan available at employees cost.

A Six Month Probationary Period: Must be satisfactorily served by each employee before he/she is considered for permanent employment.

Veterans Preference: The City provides preference to military veterans under consideration for initial employment. To claim veterans preference an applicant must submit their most recent DD214 form. An eligible veteran is one who has served in the United States armed forces and who has received an honorable discharge.

Seniority Credits: Current City employees in promotional, open, and open/promotional examinations for represented classifications may be allowed promotional seniority points provided the exam is otherwise successfully completed.

01

Do you have a Bachelors degree from a four-year college or university? If so, please attached a copy of degree to your application.

• Yes
• No

02

Describe your experience serving as a project manager for a state or federally funded community development grant. Briefly describe the project scope, timeline, reporting requirements and budget. What was your role, and what did you learn from the experience?

03

Describe your experience as a project manager for a community development related assignment. What was your role? How did you ensure the project was a success?

04

Customer Service - Describe your experience which demonstrates your ability to provide superior customer service and interact effectively with the public and with City staff.

05

Please describe your experience managing budgets. Briefly describe the project/program scope and budget. What was your role and what did you learn from the experience?

Required Question

Employer City of Norwalk (CA)

Address 12700 Norwalk Blvd., Room 9

Norwalk, California, 90650

Phone 562-929-5721

Website http://www.norwalk.org