Definition and Class Characteristics

The County of Nevada is seeking a full-time Administrative Analyst I or II to jointly serve the County Executive Office (CEO) and Board of Supervisors' Office (BOS) located in Truckee, California. This is position will serve as a trailblazer in a recently created role representing senior leadership in the community. You will work directly with the Nevada County District V Supervisor, County Executive Office, and Board of Supervisors to help advance projects, promote County priorities, further community initiatives and serve as an integral standout colleague in the eastern part of the County. The candidate will work directly in the field and be a liaison for the Board of Supervisors' office with constituents, Town of Truckee, County Departments, and community partners. The position will be based primarily in Truckee but will be expected to work in Nevada City on a periodic basis.

Crucial skills for success include clear communication, the ability to take initiative, and use good discretion. Work opportunities include fielding and responding to public inquiries for information, conducting public policy research, working collaboratively in diverse teams, supporting efforts to advance county priorities, building and improving community partnerships and advancing legislative priorities. This is an exciting position that will serve as both an information detective and public ambassador.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about public service, place a strong emphasis on the need for data driven solutions by exploring nuances and multifaceted perspectives when tackling any given issue! Qualifying applicants should have experience and/or desire to work with local leaders. Successful abilities include prioritizing multiple tasks while working in a fast-paced and exciting environment.

Other work will include aspects of fiscal budgeting, detailed research, process improvement efforts, working on special projects, and some administrative support duties. True success in this position requires an excitement for working in the public sphere and advancing the wellbeing of the community. An individual who is results-oriented with the agility to shift in response to high priority goals is essential. Understanding of local government and the vital ingredients for successful public-private partnerships is valued.

This is a full-time, fully benefited position. The County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, generous paid sick time; 11 standard holidays and two floating holidays per year; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a tuition reimbursement program; a Flexible Spending Account (FSA); a Dependent Care Account (DCA); a deferred compensation plan including 401(a), 457(b), and Roth options; and CalPERS retirement. In addition, Nevada County pays an additional 10% to the base salary for the Truckee location.

Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and visible communication, strives to be a hard-working organization, and recognizes personal contributions and growth. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides significant programming to keep us safe and balanced.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform important job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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