Senior Administrative Analyst

Job Description:

Senior Administrative Analyst

Description

Description

Under the supervision of the Director of Licenses and Inspections, performs administrative studies employing initiative in information gathering to assist in the evaluation of departmental programs and operating procedures. Provides support to the Building and Trades division with complex administrative activities, taking lead in a variety of complex research projects. Develops proficiency in department computer program applications and creates regular and periodic analytic reports related to all Development Services divisions, with a focus on the Licensing and Inspections division using Excel, Word, and other department computer program applications as directed. May provide supervision on the proper performance of routine departmental activities as needed.

The above essential duties and responsibilities are not intended as a comprehensive list; they are intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may be required to perform additional related duties.

This is a CHPEA union position, and the hours of work are 40 per week.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The examination will consist of rating your training and experience as contained on your application. It may also include a written test, an oral test, or a combination thereof. All parts of the examination, including tests and ratings, will be related to the requirements of the position. The examination will be designed to measure the following:

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of public administration with special emphasis on municipal administration related to assigned departmental activities
  
• Municipal, State and Federal government powers and purposes.
  

Ability to:

• Perform independently, difficult research assignments and to prepare complex clerical reports
  
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with municipal officials, department heads, employees and the general public
  
• Prepare and present ideas effectively in oral and written communications
  
• Identify problems related to the areas of assignment and to make sound recommendations for their solution.
  

Qualifications

Open to all qualified applicants who meet the following qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited four year college or university, with major coursework in public administration, business administration, political science, economics, or a closely related field AND one (1) year of increasingly responsible administrative experience in public service or business organizations, with emphasis on public administration, business administration, or statistical analysis.

A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration, political science, economics may be substituted for one (1) year of the experience requirement.

An equivalency combination of not less than six years of education and/or work experience may be substituted for education and experience. A substitutable year of education will normally be interpreted as the achievement of not less than 30 course credits in courses above the high school level and related to the public administration curriculum or the special area of assignment. A substitutable year of work experience will normally be interpreted as full-time responsible administrative work assessed on the basis of 1,820 work hours annually.

A COPY OF YOUR DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION. A DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT SUBMITTED WILL BE VERIFIED BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.

If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 3- 12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules, and regulations.

Other Information

• Application must be completed in its entirety, including required documentation. Applications without proper documentation shall result in your disqualification.
  
• All correspondence and information concerning the application and testing process will occur through email, unless otherwise requested at the time of application.
  
• Please be sure to check your junk and spam email for all recruitment communication.
  
• Applications via facsimile or email are not accepted
  

EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCES AND LEGAL NOTICES

• Hartford Residency Preferred: Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed City of Hartford Residency Affidavit including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.
• Veteran's Preference Form: Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form along with a DD214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
• American with Disabilities Act: The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
• An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

Closing Date/Time: 9/5/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

Salary:

$55,862.30 - $78,207.22 Annually