Staff Services Analyst I/II - County Internal Only

Description

The County of Siskiyou is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

We welcome applicants of any race, religion or ancestry.

For exact salary information please refer to the current salary schedule. County Website

Staff Services Analyst I $25.14 - $32.12Staff Services Analyst II $26.97 - $34.43

COUNTY INTERNAL RECRUITMENT ONLY

Staff Services Analyst IGeneral Statement of DutiesUnder general supervision, to perform responsible, varied, and increasingly difficult administrative analysis work in a variety of fields which may encompass fiscal, staff development, personnel, or general administrative staff assistance; may act as lead analyst to other technical staff. Work at this level is characterized by increasingly independent development and employment of routine methodology and techniques.Distinguishing Characteristics This is the entry level into a specialized Staff Services Analyst classification for positions which have responsibility for fiscal, personnel, staff development or administrative support services in a department. Incumbents may have responsibilities for coordinating assigned work areas; may provide analysis and assessment of the impact of legislation and regulations on departmental programs and services, and may assist in the preparation of fiscal, personnel, training and staff development, or administrative support programs. This class is distinguished from Staff Services Analyst II in that Staff Services Analyst II's perform more complex, specialized assignments and may supervise clerical or technical support staff. This classification may be flexibly staffed, if allocated to the hiring department as flexibly staffed. This classification is a for cause, non-exempt position.Reports toProgram Manager I or Department Fiscal Officer or designated departmental administrator depending on assigned department.Classifications SupervisedThis is not a supervisory class however incumbents may provide lead direction to other administrative support staff.Staff Services Analyst IIGeneral Statement of Duties

Under general supervision, to perform responsible, varied, and complex administrative analysis work in a variety of fields; may act as lead analyst to other technical staff or may supervise subordinate clerical staff. Work at this level is characterized by independent development and employment of methodology and techniques.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is a specialized Staff Services Analyst classification for positions which have responsibility for staff development and/or support services in the assigned department. Incumbents may have responsibilities for supervising and coordinating assigned work areas and staff, provide analysis, and assessment of the impact of legislation and regulations on department programs and services, and may provide training and staff development programs.

Reports to

Designated departmental administrator depending on assigned department.

Classifications Supervised

Eligibility Workers I/II/III, or Family Support Officers I/II, Family Support Technicians, or Health Assistants I/II/III, or may provide lead direction only without supervisory responsibilities.

Examples of Duties

Staff Services Analyst IAssists in technical assistance work engaged in the review and analysis of departmental operations, policies, and procedures; provides project analysis and oversight for assigned area of responsibility such as fiscal, personnel, staff development, or administrative staff assistance, may analyze the impact of legislation, rules, and regulations of departmental functions and services; may review and ensure implementation of specific plan of action; prepares and monitors contracts executed by the department; assists in the preparation of major department reports such as the comprehensive annual plan; gathers and analyzes data regarding department services and operations; assists in the development of recommendations on department policies, procedures, and operations; performs special studies and research projects; represents the department at meetings; confers with department management regarding policies, procedures, staffing, and equipment needs.

Knowledge of:

• General principles of public and business administration.
• Principles and practices of assigned areas of specialization including legislation and regulation analysis and administrative staff practices.
• Public human services program goals, requirements, and operations.
• Policies, procedures, and programs of the department to which assigned.
• In-depth and interactive information gathering techniques.
• Research and information gathering methods and procedures.
• Computer methods, software, and systems used in public human services program administration.
• Principles, techniques and practices of project planning, development, and coordination and staff development.

Desired Skills:

• Perform a variety of analysis on legislative, regulation, and administrative analysis work.
• Assist in providing direction and coordination for technical support staff.
• Evaluate information and develop recommendations regarding department policies and requirements.
• Prepare and implement routine assigned tasks with a minimum of direction.
• Interpret, explain, and apply a variety of federal, state and county public assistance policies, rules, procedures, and regulations.
• Collect, interpret, and evaluate narrative and statistical data.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing including the preparation of clear and concise records and reports.
• Effectively communicate with people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Explain routine regulations and programs in an easily understandable manner.
• Effectively represent the assigned department in answering questions, responding to inquiries, providing assistance, and dealing with concerns from the public, community organizations, other County staff, and other agencies.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the public and staff.

Staff Services Analyst II

Plans, assigns, and assists in the review and analysis of department operations, policies, and procedures; provides project guidance and oversight for assigned personnel; analyzes the impact of legislation, rules, and regulations on department functions and services; conducts individual and group conferences to discuss or interpret rules, regulations, and policies; assists in determining the need for staff training and development on program and regulation implementation; assists in the preparation and implementation of training programs on the impacts and compliance with rules and regulations; reviews and ensures implementation of staff development and training plans; assists in the preparation and monitoring of contracts executed by the assigned department; prepares department reports such as the comprehensive annual plan; gathers and analyzes data regarding department services and operations; assists in making the recommendations on department policies, procedures, and operations; performs special studies and research projects; represents the department at meetings; confers with department management regarding policies, procedures, staffing, and equipment needs.

Knowledge of:

• General principles of public administration.
• Principles and practices of assigned areas of specialization including legislation and regulation analysis and staff development and training.
• Public human services program goals, requirements, and operations.
• Policies, procedures, and programs of the assigned County department.
• In-depth and interactive interviewing and information gathering techniques.
• Research and information gathering methods and procedures.
• Computer methods, software, and systems used in public human services program administration.
• Principles, techniques and practices of project planning, development, and coordination and staff development.

Desired Skills:

• Perform a variety of legislative, regulation, and administrative analysis work.
• Provide direction and coordination for assigned staff.
• Evaluate information and assist in developing recommendations regarding department policies and staff development requirements.
• Assist in preparation and implementation of staff development and training programs.
• Interpret, explain, and apply a variety of federal, state and county public assistance policies, rules, procedures, and regulations.
• Collect, interpret, and evaluate narrative and statistical data.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing including the reparation of clear and concise records and reports.
• Effectively communicate with people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Explain complex regulations and programs in an easily understandable manner.
• Effectively represent the designated department in answering questions, responding to inquiries, providing assistance, and dealing with concerns from the public, community organizations, other county staff, and other agencies.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the public and staff.

Typical Qualifications

Staff Services Analyst I

Training and Experience:

Any combination of training or experience that would provide the knowledge and skills to successfully perform the listed duties is qualifying. A typical way, but not required, to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be:

One (1) year of experience in a position requiring analysis of programs or technical data such as Fiscal Assistant III, Eligibility Worker III, Family Support Officer I/II, or Social Worker III. Supervisory experience is desired.

Special Requirements:

• Some departments may require the possession of a valid and appropriate driver's license.

Staff Services Analyst II

Training and Experience:

Any combination of training or experience that would provide the knowledge and skills to successfully perform the listed duties is qualifying. A typical way, but not required, to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be:

- One (1) year of experience in a position requiring analysis of legislation and regulations and preparation of training and staff development plans equivalent to a county Staff Services Analyst I.

Special Requirements:

• Some departments may require the possession of a valid and appropriate driver's license.

Supplemental Information

Typical Physical RequirementsSit 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, FAX, and other related peripheral equipment such as printers and scanners.Typical Working ConditionsWork is performed in an office environment. Continuous contact with staff and the public.

Benefits

NOTE:Various bargaining units may have benefits that alter from this general summary. This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to labor agreements (MOUs) for specific benefit information.Siskiyou County Labor Contracts - OESC Miscellaneous unitTHESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEESHolidays:12 paid holidays (96 hours) per year, plus 3 floating holidaysVacation:Two (2) weeks per year during the first five (5) years of service;Three (3) weeks a year - five (5)- ten (10) years of service;Four (4) weeks a year - Ten (10) plus years of service;.Note - accrued vacation leave may not be used until after six months of employment. Sick Leave:Sick leave shall accrue from the date of initial employment at the rate of 3.7 hours per pay period (which is equivalent to 96 hours per years) for regular full-time employees with no maximum accrual. Unused sick leave may be converted to PERS service credit upon retirement.Health Plan:Siskiyou County contracts with CalPERS for medical insurance. Effective 1/01/2024, the County will contribute 90% of the Region 1 CalPERS Gold health plan.Effective 1/01/2025, the County will contribute 85% of the Region 1 CalPERS Gold health plan.Dental Plan:Effective 1/01/2024 the County contributes 90% of the dental premium.Effective 1/01/2025 the County contributes 85% of the dental premium.Vision Plan:Effective November 2022 the County provides vision insurance for employees and theirdependents. Life Insurance:The County will maintain life insurance for $50,000.Retirement:The County is in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) coordinated with Social Security.

• 2% at 55 years of age and single highest year calculation for final compensation (generally for employees hired prior to 11/02/12)
• 2% at 60 years of age and highest three year average for final compensation (generally for employees hired between 11/02/12 - 12/31/12)
• 2% at 62 years of age and highest three year average final compensation (generally for employees hired on or after 1/01/13)

Member contribution: 

Employees hired prior to November 2, 2012, pay the required seven percent (7.0%) member contribution, on a pre-tax basis.Employees hired after November 1, 2012, who are not classified as a new member pay the required seven percent (7.0%) member contribution, on a pre-tax basis.Employees hired after December 31, 2012, who are classified as a new member willpay one half of the total normal cost as determined annually by CalPERS on a pre-tax basis. Miscellaneous:• Deferred Compensation plans available through specified companies.• IRC Section 125 plan available for pre-tax payroll deductions for contributions towards un-reimbursed medical expenses and dependent care.SISKIYOU COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERAny information on this page or links is subject to change without notice.Siskiyou County Personnel1312 Fairlane Road, Suite 1Yreka CA 96097(530) 842-8005Comments, please email: personnel@co.siskiyou.ca.us

Agency Information

Employer

County of Siskiyou

Address

1312 FAIRLANE ROAD, SUITE 1Yreka, California, 96097

Phone

(530) 842-8005

Website

http://www.co.siskiyou.ca.us