Management Analyst I

Job Description:

Management Analyst I

Description

Position Description

Final Filing Deadline: April 3, 2026

Exam #: 26/14G02/03LC

The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. To learn more about the eligibility requirements and the process, be sure to read the Hiring Preference for Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses section located towards the end of this job flier.
The County of Monterey is a diverse community set in a picturesque coastal location and offers tourists and residents alike the comfort of a moderate, Mediterranean climate, miles of beautiful beaches, spectacular mountain ranges, groves of redwoods, low-rolling foothills, and scenic valleys. Boasting such world-renowned attractions as the spectacular Big Sur Coast, Laguna Seca Raceway, 17-Mile Drive, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, the Steinbeck Center, the Monterey Jazz and Blues Festivals and Pebble Beach - possibly the world’s most famous golf course, it’s easy to see why over 450,000 residents choose to live here and an estimated four million visitors a year make the County of Monterey their destination of choice.

There are currently several vacancies across the County. More information about each vacancy can be found below:

Workforce Development Board
The County of Monterey Workforce Development Board (WDB) is a unit within the County Administrative Office. The purpose of the WDB is to provide strategic planning, policy development, oversight, and evaluation of programs and services offered through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act. The vision of the WDB is to improve the local workforce and educational systems to meet the needs of local business. The WDB includes businesses and community leaders who reflect a strong alignment across business, labor, education, economic development, and youth-serving organizations. The WDB oversees three Career Centers located in Salinas, Marina and Seaside to ensure that our local residents have access to the skills, training, and education needed to meet the demands of local employers for a qualified and trained workforce for the 21st century.

The Management Analyst I in the County Administrative Office - Workforce Development Board will work under direction to perform a broad range of administrative analytical duties of moderate scope and complexity. The Management Analyst I will be responsible for the oversight and development of contracts with educational providers, monitoring and oversight of services offered, and program performance. The MA I will be responsible for providing staff reports, quarterly and annual reports, and workforce program evaluations to the WDB. Job duties include, but are not limited to: assist with the development of reports, contracts, memos related to WDB committee meetings and functions, prepare and present written and oral report to the MCWDB and committees, assist in monitoring programmatic WIOA grant recipients, and provide both written and oral reports to the WDB and its committees, project management of regional grants and contracts, etc.

Health Department

Health Department: The Animal Services and Public Health Bureaus of the Health Department are seeking individuals to fill Management Analyst I vacancies.

Animal Services Bureau : Hitchcock Road Animal Services (HRAS) is a Joint Power Agency between the County of Monterey and City of Salinas. The County of Monterey acts as the lead agency and all employees are hired by the County of Monterey. While protecting, promoting, and enhancing the health, safety, and quality of life for companion animals and people within Monterey County, Animal Services performs duties that include field services for the impoundment of animals roaming at large; the treatment, control, and prevention of rabies in animals; the permitting of kennels, pet shops, rooster keeping in Monterey County; as well as responding to animal nuisance and code issues such as aggressive animals, dog barking, animal bites and enforcement of local animal related ordinances. Animal services also provides animal sheltering for stray and lost animals found in the County of Monterey, City of Salinas and other contracting cities; pet licensing for dogs and cats as required by state and local ordinances; veterinary services for care of and spay/neuter of animals that are housed within the shelter; and volunteer and education services that has a robust volunteer program and provides education and community outreach to increase and promote responsible pet ownership and HRAS services.

HRAS is seeking an individual to fill the Management Analyst I role with someone who is detail oriented, has excellent intrapersonal and analytical skills in order to further enhance organizational efficiencies as they relate to the administrative functions within Animal Services. The incumbent will focus on overseeing projects that may include analyzing and preparing data for reports and grants and overall transparency within Animal Services, managing records requests for the department, and overseeing invoicing and related contracts.

Public Health Bureau : is responsible for providing services that prevent and reduce morbidity and mortality associated with infectious diseases, chronic diseases, public health disasters, trauma, violence, environmental exposures, pregnancy, parenting, and long-term health conditions. The Public Health Bureau also provides credible information to support informed health decisions and partners with federal, state, and local organizations to advance effective public health practices and policies.

The Health Department’s Public Health Bureau is seeking an individual with excellent organization, analytical and interpersonal communication skills to fill a vacant Management Analyst I position on its administrative team. Responsibilities may include grant development and oversight, budget preparation and monitoring, researching policies and procedures, planning and coordinating projects and activities, drafting reports, analyzing data, and presenting and interpreting information. The individual will also serve as the department’s Human Resources Liaison by providing recruitment support, coordinating position requisitions, working with hiring managers throughout the hiring process, and serving as a point of contact with the Human Resources Division.

This classification is part of a flexible series. Incumbents appointed at the lower level of the career series may be promoted up to the higher level of the career series subject to their meeting the employment standards for the higher class and a recommendation for their promotion by the appointing authority.

The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used County-wide to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis.

Examples of Duties

• Analyzes, researches, gathers and interprets information on a wide variety of management matters such as budgets, legislation, programs, contracts and staffing.
• Prepares and presents written and oral reports on recommendations, data, impacts, options, strategies and conclusions that are based on analyses.
• Implements and evaluates policies, procedures and programs related to the assignment.
• Works closely with managers and other staff within the department and the County to anticipate, obtain and provide ongoing and accurate information.
• Researches, interprets and complies with local, state and federal codes, regulations, laws, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Obtains data/information from internal and external departments and agencies in regard to areas being analyzed such as funding sources, interdepartmental activities, and programs.
• Make recommendations regarding policies, procedures, organization, operations, programs and other management-related areas.
• Develops, prepares, modifies and monitors items/areas such as budgets, grants, research projects, and contracts.
• Coordinates activities related to projects, programs and/or other areas being analyzed.
• Interprets policies and procedures to department staff, County employees and external agencies and individuals.
• Plans, develops, conducts and evaluates training/informational programs for staff and/or the public on administrative or management issues.
• Attends or serves as management liaison at meetings/functions such as committees, task forces, community forums, commissions, and conferences.
• Provides direction to internal and external parties on assigned projects and activities.
• Performs other related duties.

To view the complete classification description, please visit the County of Monterey website: Management Analyst I

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Working Knowledge of:

• Basic research techniques.
• Basic principles of mathematical and statistical analysis, preparation and presentation.
• Basic principles and practices of public and/or business administration.
• Report writing.

Skill and Ability to:

• Analyze and interpret data and information.
• Conduct comprehensive and in-depth research.
• Identify issues, options and projected outcomes and make recommendations.
• Prepare and present written and oral reports.
• Interpret and apply applicable codes, regulations, laws, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Coordinate a wide variety of activities.
• Work independently and in a timely fashion.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Provide direction to others on projects and activities.
• Work cooperatively and tactfully with others.

Examples of Experience/Education/Training

Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:

• Education:Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, social services, political science, education, or a related field.
  

Additional Information

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following:

• Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver license at the time of appointment and maintain a satisfactory driving record or provide suitable transportation which is approved by the appointing authority.
• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, be subject to holdover and callback duty, and during times of disaster and/or emergency.
• Some positions may require prospective candidates to successfully complete a background check to include fingerprinting.

The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the X Unit Benefits Summary Sheet . This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing.

NOTES:

• As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions.
• Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9.
• If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary.

Application and Selection Procedures

Apply On-Line at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty

by Friday, April 3, 2026, 11:59 PM(PST)

or

Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting:

Monterey County Human Resources

Attn: Laura Carucci

168 W. Alisal Street, 3rd Floor

Salinas, CA 93901

Phone: (831) 759-6723

The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include:

• A completed County of Monterey Employment Application
• Responses to the Supplemental Questions

Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

HIRING PREFERENCE FOR VETERANS AND ELIGIBLE MILITARY SPOUSES
The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses (i.e., surviving spouses of veterans, spouses of totally disabled veterans, and spouses of active-duty service members) and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. To obtain a Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application, please visit the Human Resources website or click on the following link: Click Here to View the Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application

To apply for veterans’ preference points, veterans or eligible military spouses must complete and email a Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application with supporting documentation of their eligibility by the final filing deadline to [email protected]

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
The County of Monterey is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. The County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact Laura Carucci, Senior Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 759-6723 or [email protected] .

http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet

Closing Date/Time: 4/3/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$6,742.67 - $9,209.03 Monthly