Senior Management Analyst

Job Description:

Senior Management Analyst

Description

THE CITY

Culver City is a Charter City incorporated in 1917, and is a destination filled with outdoor cafes, unique shops and galleries opening onto pedestrian-friendly boulevards. Culver City has a dedicated staff of approximately 800+ employees with an overall operating budget of over $368 million. The City provides a full range of municipal services including Fire, Police, Housing & Human Services, Planning & Development, Public Works, Parks, Recreation, and Community Services, and Transportation.

THE POSITION

*Applications will be accepted beginning 8:00 am, Monday, August 18, 2025*

***Only the first 100 applications submitted will be considered.***
*Please note that the job posting may close without prior notice.*

*There are two vacancies is in the City's Transportation Department, One in the Equipment Maintenance Division, and one in the Operations Division; however, qualified applicants may be referred throughout City departments as vacancies occur.

The City of Culver City is seeking a positive, motivated, self-starter to join the City. Positions in this classification require the frequent use of a high degree of independent judgment in making decisions in accordance with established rules and procedures, are expected to assume significant responsibility for the development and implementation of City policy in an assigned area, serve as an expert in one or more specific technical areas, and represent the interests of the City on substantive policy and operational questions and make commitments within broad guidelines.

The following tasks are essential for this position. Incumbents in this classification may not perform all these tasks or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.

• Functions as a member of the department head's management team in discussing and reviewing overall departmental problems, priorities, and methods for addressing these problems.
• Leads and participates in legislative analysis activities performed by the department. Develops positions relative to legislation with a potential for major impact on departmental operations. May advise the public and City employees regarding ordinances and regulations as related to the incumbent's department and may make recommendations as to where to seek enforcement.
• Develops and recommends approval of objectives, policies, and programs in financial, data processing, budget administration, public relations, and personnel services areas.
• Plans, organizes, and coordinates preparation of budgets. Evaluates the annual budget request against goals established for the divisions and revenue projections. Recommends changes in division requests to the department head.
• Develops short- and long-range program plans for the department to meet objectives established by the department head and the management team.
• Thoroughly analyzes fiscal impact for programs and issues, requirements, and requests for services. Collects data sufficient to support conclusions and recommendations. As appropriate, informs other City employees of the findings that affect the operation of another department. Conducts analysis consistent with established deadlines.
• Makes effective verbal presentations and written reports for the City Council, boards and commissions, staff, intergovernmental and citizen groups. Develops and presents ideas and issues in a convincing verbal and written manner.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with members of the City staff, intergovernmental and citizen groups, and departmental staff.
• Keeps the department head informed of problems and issues within the department and within overall City operations of which their department head may not be aware.
• Maintains effective and continuing rapport with other governmental units. Effectively represents Culver City on issues of importance to the City.

City of Culver City's Transportation Department:

The Transportation Department is responsible for the planning, delivery, and management of Citywide mobility initiatives and services to reimagine mobility, connect community, and enhance the quality of life in Culver City and the Westside communities of Los Angeles. The Department’s mission is to plan, operate, and maintain the movement of people to, through, and from Culver City through its exemplary services, hardworking staff, and innovative culture. This Department is led by the Chief Transportation Officer and is comprised of 195 dedicated staff who work across the Administration, Transportation and Mobility Planning, Fleet Services (Equipment Maintenance), and Transit Operations Divisions. Learn more about the Culver City Transportation Department.

About the Senior Management Analyst Position (Equipment Maintenance/Fleet Services) :
The Fleet Services Division’s Senior Management Analyst plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective operation of the City's vehicles and Transportation Facility. This involves a diverse range of responsibilities including analyzing fleet data to identify trends and areas for improvement, developing and implementing strategies to optimize vehicle utilization and maintenance schedules, conducting in-depth analyses of facility needs to identify areas for improvement and optimization. The position is responsible for developing recommendations for vehicle replacement schedules, preventative maintenance programs, and facility upgrades, often utilizing data analysis and modeling to support their findings. Additionally, they will assist in budget preparation and monitoring, project management, and the development of performance metrics to track the division's effectiveness. In this dynamic role, the Senior Management Analyst must be highly organized, possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and be able to adapt quickly to changing priorities.

Requested experience: experience in a fast-paced environment, experience working within fleet and/or facilities divisions.

About the Senior Management Analyst Position (Transit Operations) :


The Transit Operations Division’s Senior Management Analyst plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and safe operations of the City’s bus and paratransit systems. This involves several unique responsibilities, including analyzing large datasets related to ridership, on-time performance, and operational efficiency; overseeing the ongoing improvements to and implementation of the Public Transit Agency Safety Plan (PTASP); leading projects and collaborating with stakeholder teams to resolve operation issues and implementing improvements. The Senior Management Analyst will gain thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to transit operations and safety, and play a critical role in sharing regulatory information with leadership and ensuring that all staff are compliant with standards. Additionally, they will assist in budget preparation and monitoring, project management, and the development of performance metrics to track the division’s effectiveness. In this dynamic role, the Senior Management Analyst must be highly organize, possess strong technical and problem-solving skills, and have an interest in emerging transit technology and systems.

Requested experience: direct experience working in transit operations, including scheduling, dispatch and performance analysis; experience using data analysis tools & software; familiarity with modern transit technologies preferred.

Minimum requirements:
Any combination equivalent to training and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in public administration; and
Four (4) years of responsible management assistance experience in a public sector organization.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURES

Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to advance to the next stage in the recruitment process, which will consist of an oral appraisal interview. Candidates who are not invited to the next stage will be deferred and may receive future consideration. The oral appraisal interview is tentatively scheduled for the week of October 06, 2025.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The provisions of this job posting do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions in this positing may be modified or revoked without notice.

Continuation in the examination process and subsequent placement on the eligible list of a person convicted of a crime depends upon the nature of the conviction and the conduct of the applicant after the offense. Convictions will be evaluated on a job-related basis and will not automatically disqualify someone from further consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Culver City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, religion, political affiliation, or sexual orientation/identification.

Conditions of Employment:

• Background/Reference Check: Upon a conditional job offer, a live scan finger printing must be completed with acceptable results. Your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. Upon hire, employee is subject to further reporting from DOJ via subsequent arrest notification.
• Pre-Placement medical evaluation including drug screen (select positions).
• E-Verify: Proof of U.S. citizenship, alien residency, or authorization to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of appointment.

The City of Culver City intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department three (3) business days prior to the test at (310) 253-5640.

The City of Culver City offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, and vision.

This position is represented by Culver City Management Group (CCMG).

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https://www.culvercity.org/jobs

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Closing Date/Time: 9/4/2025 8:00 AM Pacific

Salary:

$9,654.67 - $11,784.93 Monthly