Senior Management Analyst (Economic Development)

Job Description

Description

The City is seeking a strategic, proactive, and collaborative Senior Management Analyst to support the City's Economic Development Program, including business attraction, retention and expansion, and hospitality and tourism initiatives that strengthen the local economy and enhance community vitality. This position conducts economic research, develops and implements programs and strategies, coordinates special projects and events, and collaborates with businesses, developers, and community stakeholders to advance the City's economic development goals. The ideal candidate is an analytical problem-solver with exceptional project management and communication skills, a strong ability to build productive relationships with a wide range of public and private partners, and a demonstrated ability to identify opportunities, manage competing priorities, and deliver results.

This recruitment process is open and may close at any time. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. The first review of applications will be completed on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 5:00 p.m . Applications received after September 15 , 2026, may not be considered. Under general supervision, provides and coordinates professional administrative, analytical and/or financial management support to department, grant or contract operations and/or programs.

A resume and compelling cover letter addressing your experience in an Economic Development Program, including business attraction, retention and expansion, and hospitality and tourism initiatives that strengthen the local economy and enhance community vitality must be submitted with your online application to be considered complete. Applicants appearing best qualified based upon a review of the application and responses to supplemental questions will be invited to participate in the testing process.

Essential Job Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:

Coordinates and facilitates administrative and/or management functions including accounting, purchasing, payroll and related activities for a department, program, grant or contract; administers designated contract or grant-funded program activities; assesses and evaluates departmental organization, budget, staffing and management practices; participates in the development of department goals and objectives.

Performs complex financial management services for a City department, grant, contract and/or program; participates in budget development and preparation; monitors and analyzes budget related activities; identifies trends and practices.

Coordinates activities among City departments, agencies, and organizations; serves as point of contact for county, state and federal grant administrators; ensures appropriate tracking, accounting, and reporting requirements are met for grants; participates in internal and external audits; prepares grant related proposals, reports, and records.

Conducts research and statistical analyses; prepares and presents reports of findings and recommendations; prepares correspondence, policies, procedures, handbooks, manuals, rules and regulations, resolutions or publications relating to administration, finance, staffing and/or operations.

Provides administrative and management assistance to department executives, management, other City personnel regarding administrative, fiscal or operational issues, collective bargaining, and other policies and procedures.

Provides professional-level staff support to departmental committees, boards and other groups, including coordinating meeting schedules and agendas, facilitating meetings, etc.; represents the department at meetings and commits the department to a course of action; may coordinate and facilitate City-wide functions and events; represents the Department with external agencies, organizations and professional groups.

Responds to inquiries from other City employees and the public regarding department management, administration and/or operations; provides public and media relations for programs and advisory committees, including developing and producing promotional and information materials.

Resolves discrepancies or procedural problems and responds to program administration and/or delivery questions ensuring necessary follow-up occurs; assists with, provides input and monitors Department records for operational and budget development and accountability.

Recruits, hires, schedules, assigns, monitors and evaluates staff; provides for and/or conducts staff development; establishes work methods and standards; initiates corrective and/or disciplinary action and responds to grievances and complaints according to established personnel policies and procedures and in consultation with Human Resources.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Knowledge of:

Principles of municipal administration, accounting and auditing, budget and grant management;

Organization and functions of the assigned municipal department;

Computer applications in administrative functions;

Related laws, ordinances and regulations;

Principles of research, statistical analysis and report preparation; and

Principles and practices of supervision.

Skill in:

Performing complex professional level administrative and analytical work;

Interpreting and applying laws, ordinances and policies;

Conducting research, analyzing statistical and other data, and preparing and presenting reports;

Providing information and explaining laws, policies and procedures to others;

Working cooperatively on internal and external committees and task forces;

Communicating effectively orally and in writing;

Supervising, developing, motivating, and evaluating support staff;

Developing and delivering professional and technical training;

Using of personal computers and office/financial related software in a Windows-based operating environment;

Appearing for work on time;

Following directions from a supervisor;

Understanding and following posted work rules and procedures;

Accepting constructive criticism;

Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, other City employees, and the public; and
Working under pressure, handling significant problems and tasks that arise simultaneously and/or unexpectedly.
Qualifications:

A combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience : Three (3) years of increasingly responsible administrative/management experience, including one (1) year of supervisory experience.

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field is required.

Licensing/Certification Requirements:

Due to the performance of field duties which requires the operation of a City vehicle, valid and appropriate California driver's license and acceptable driving record are required.
Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo employees,intheeventofadisaster,areconsidereddisasterserviceworkersandmay be asked to respond accordingly.
The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomesopportunitiestoengageandunderstandothers,andfostersasenseofbelonging.

MANAGEMENT/ CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES (M&C)
Benefit Summary

PERS Retirement :

Miscellaneous employees - Tier I-2% @ 55 . Tier II-2%@60 for individuals employed by the City on or after 12/30/12 who are already PERS members. Tier I and II members pay 7% of PERS member share and 1% shall be employee-paid cost-sharing of the City's contribution under Gov. Code section 20516(a). Single highest year is coordinated with Social Security and Medicare. PERS 2%@62 for new employees/members hired on or after 1/1/13. Three year average coordinated with Social Security and Medicare. Members pay 50% of normal cost (6.75%).

Safety employees (Battalion Chiefs) - 3% @ 55 for current employees and individuals hired by the City who are already PERS members. Single highest year. Employees pay a total of 12% towards retirement. 2.7%@5 7 for new employees/members hired on or after 1/1/13. Three year average final compensation. Members pay 50% of normal cost .

Social Security: The City matches employee’s Social Security contribution, which is 6.2% of your salary and is made on a pre-tax basis. The 2025 Social Security income cap is $176,100.

Medical - Monthly medical contribution of $1,800 ($932 for medical and $818 for flex dollars). Flex dollars may be used toward a medical premium and/or deferred compensation plan. Employees are responsible for paying any out-of-pocket balance of the medical plan premium through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation in Mission Square 457 plan.

Dental & Vision : MetLife Dental and VSP vision benefits are provided.

Flex Plan : Section 125 Plan, allows for payment of employee-paid insurance, medical treatment, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

Employee Assistance Program : Employees are eligible for the basic level of service.

Life Insurance : $50,000 term life policy provided by City; employee can purchase additional self and dependent coverage at group rates.

Long-Term Disability: In addition to basic LTD plan (66 2/3 % of first $9,750 after 60-day waiting period), City provides Executive LTD which pays 75% of first $12,000 of employee's salary less the amount of any other income, up to a total of $2,500. Applies to non job-related occurrences. 90 day waiting period.

Holidays : 12 fixed paid holidays plus one day of personal leave/floating holiday per year. Battalion Chiefs paid 156 hours.

Vacation Leave : Vacation Leave is earned at a rate of 4.15 hours per pay period. Total years of service in a CalPERS or comparable agency may be used for placement in a higher Vacation Leave accrual. One Personal Leave day per year is provided until such time the City recognizes an additional holiday.

Sick Leave : 8 hours per month.

Administrative Leave: Mid-Management and Confidential positions shall receive up to 56 hours per calendar year upon recommendation of the Department Director and approval of the City Manager.

Bereavement Leave: Three (3) working days (or 40 hours where travel is 500 miles or more) for qualifying incident.

Tuition Reimbursement : Up to $2,000/year for work-related college courses.

Cell Phone Stipend: City cell phone provided depending on position.

Other : Uniform Allowance ($40/mo) for Battalion Chiefs; Voluntary participation in Credit Union; Payroll Direct Deposit; Long-Term Care (premiums paid by employee).

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