This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for both full time and Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Extra-Help pay is $26.42 - $29.15 per hour. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs administrative, fiscal, program and data processing system analysis. Gathers, tabulates and analyzes data from and works with representatives of other government agencies. Develops workload indicators, charts and reports to make recommendations on procedures and program alternatives. Reviews proposed legislation and advises management on the potential impact. Makes decisions on financial and other administrative systems of average to difficult complexity. Conducts research, analyzes existing departmental operations, and develops new systems and procedures. Provides training and technical assistance to other staff. Creates correspondence, prepares contracts and participates in grant writing activities and contract negotiations. Facilitates Department compliance and implementation of federal and state plans. Assists with development, evaluation, and implementation of policies, programs, and projects; may serve as a project leader.

SUPPORT SERVICES ANALYST I

Education:

Equivalent to graduation from a four (4) year college or university with a degree in public or business administration, data processing, economics, or a related area. Progressively responsible para-professional administrative experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

IDENTIFIED SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO PRE-EMPLOYMENT, POST-ACCIDENT, REASONABLE SUSPICION, RANDOM AND RETURN-TO-DUTY DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE COUNTY OF MERCED DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING POLICY SUPPORT SERVICES ANALYST II

Experience:

One (1) year experience equivalent to a Support Services Analyst I in Merced County.

Education:

Equivalent to graduation from a four (4) year college or university with a degree in public or business administration, data processing, economics, or a related area. Additional directly related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

IDENTIFIED SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO PRE-EMPLOYMENT, POST-ACCIDENT, REASONABLE SUSPICION, RANDOM AND RETURN-TO-DUTY DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE COUNTY OF MERCED DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING POLICY

Operate a personal computer and other modern office equipment. Establish and maintain filing systems. Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone. Create correspondence, spreadsheets, and presentation materials using various computer software programs. Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses. Perform job duties under stressful conditions. Respond appropriately to situations. Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations. Make presentations. Meet deadlines under stressful conditions. Resolve conflicts and respond appropriately to complaints. Complete multiple priority projects with conflicting deadlines. Regular attendance is an essential function.

Knowledge of:

Principles, methods, and problems of public administration, organization, and management. Research techniques, data collection and statistical analysis. Basic principles and methods of administrative, organizational, fiscal, and data processing management. Systems analysis.

Ability to:

Gather and analyze data, figures, and other various data. Analyze, coordinate and integrate economic and demographic data. Gather, organize, analyze, and present a variety of information and data. Identify problems and issues and make recommendations for solutions. Perform and document research in dealing with administrative issues. Read and interpret operating procedures and regulations. Recommend and implement change. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Establish effective working relationships with those contacted. Work independently. Develop administrative and data processing systems and procedures. Prepare clear, concise reports. Train other staff. Why Merced County? A message from the CEO