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Position Overview:

Definition: To perform responsible professional, analytical, and technical assignments
in providing staff support to departments and divisions; to conduct special studies,
surveys, and research assignments in a variety of project, program, and/or operational
procedures; and to do related work as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics: Analyst I: This is the entry-level class in the Analyst
series. This class is distinguished from the Analyst II by the level of performance of the
analytical tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this
level are not expected to perform the duties at the full range, complexity, and/or with
the same independence of direction and judgment on matters related to established
procedures and guidelines as are positions allocated to the Analyst II level. Since this
class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no
directly related work experience. Employees work under immediate supervision while
learning job tasks.
Receives immediate supervision from management or professional staff and may
receive technical and functional supervision from an Analyst II.
Analyst II: This is the full journey-level class within the Analyst series. This class is
distinguished from the Analyst I by the assignment of the full range and complexity of
duties possible. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance
as new or unusual situations arise and they are fully aware of the operating procedures
and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are
normally filled by advancement from the Analyst I level. Analyst IIs are distinguished
from the Senior Management Analysts since Analyst IIs are assigned responsibility for
smaller programs and projects and/or subfunctions of the department or division.
Receives general supervision from management or professional staff. May exercise
technical or functional supervision over technical or clerical personnel.
Examples of Duties: Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Perform research and statistical analyses; compile and analyze data; evaluate,
question discrepancies, and proactively find solutions; formulate
Position Title: Analyst I
Analyst II
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recommendations and viable alternatives; prepare, deliver, and/or present a
variety of oral and/or written reports.
2. Assist in developing and conducting special studies, surveys, and research
assignments.
3. Analyze and initiate recommendations to develop, improve, and/or ensure
legislation compliance for department or division programs, systems, procedures,
and methods of operation.
4. Assist in the implementation and maintenance of departmental systems, policies,
processes, procedures, manuals, and forms for use in operation; provide personnel
training on related areas.
5. Assist in the development, coordination, and monitoring of the department or
division budget; research and evaluate costs.
6. Participate in administering contracts and ensure documents comply with City
contract standards; monitor programs for compliance with applicable rules,
regulations, laws, and policies.
7. Represent the City and/or department in interdepartmental, community, and
professional meetings as required; make presentations as necessary.
8. Monitor and coordinate the daily operation of assigned functional area; perform
detail-oriented work and maintain accurate records, systems, processes, and
statistics; evaluate using appropriate metrics.
9. Conduct special projects relating to a division or departmental program, as
assigned.
10. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Analyst I
Knowledge of: Principles and techniques of public administration, including basic
budgeting and local government organization/structure; statistical concepts and
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Analyst II
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methods; operation of personal computers, i.e., word processing, spreadsheet, and
database programs.
Ability to: Collect, compile, and analyze information and data; communicate
clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; learn City policies and
procedures relating to departmental programs; prepare concise reports, memos,
and correspondence; review organizational and administrative problems, and
recommend and implement an effective course of action; develop and maintain
organized systems and procedures for conducting departmental programs; make
oral presentations; relate effectively with the public and employees; establish and
maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Analyst II
In addition to the minimum qualifications for Analyst I:
Knowledge of: Research techniques, sources, and availability of information, and
of report preparation and presentation; pertinent Federal, State, and local laws and
regulations; principles, methods, and practices of public administration and
budgeting; organization and management practices as applied to the analysis and
evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs; principles and practices of
research analysis, including statistics and data analysis; techniques of effective
supervision.
Ability to: Prepare and present reports and studies requiring tact and diplomacy;
conduct research and analysis; plan and conduct division or departmental
programs, including organizing and facilitating meetings; gather, properly
interpret, and analyze information and solve problems; set priorities and use time
efficiently; make recommendations and evaluate alternative courses of action;
make decisions in accordance with laws, rules, and policies; complete multifaceted
projects, activities, and/or functions with good attention to detail; evaluate
program effectiveness through systems analysis and other programmatic
standards.
Position Title: Analyst I
Analyst II
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Experience and Training Guidelines: A combination of relevant experience,
education, and training that will satisfy the required minimum qualifications,
knowledge, and abilities.
Analyst I
No experience required. Graduation from an accredited college or university with
a bachelor’s degree in public or business administration or a related field.
or
Associate of arts degree and two years of full-time experience at the
Administrative Aide level with the City of Mountain View.
Analyst II
Two years of full-time analytical experience equivalent to the position of Analyst I
with the City of Mountain View. Graduation from an accredited college or
university with a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business
administration, economics, or a closely related field.
Required Licenses or Certificates: May need to possess a valid Class C California
Driver License as required by the position.
Established: January 1994
Revised: July 2018
HRD/CLASS SPECS
Analyst I-II