Management Analyst I (Homeless Solutions)

DESCRIPTION

Are you someone who enjoys solving complex administrative issues and using your analytical skills? Being part of the City Manager's Office - Homeless Solutions Team will allow you to play a key role in the day-to-day operations of the program and make a positive impact to our community.

Come join our team that is responsible for t he City's homeless system. Services include contractual relationships with nonprofit service and shelter providers, neighboring cities, and the County as well as public / private partnerships with faith-based and community-based organizations.

Homeless Solutions is responsible for managing multiple funding sources including Federal HOME Funding, State PLHA Funding, Federal SAMHSA Funding, State ERF Funding, local Housing Funds, General Funds, and other grants from the Riverside County Continuum of Care.

The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to be immersed in all aspects of the City's Homeless Strategic Plan and the Riverside County Continuum of Care.

She / he will be passionate about achieving functional zero homelessness in the City of Corona as well as being innovative in approaching problems and possessing high ethical standards.

This position offers the opportunity to assist the Homeless Solutions Manager in working directly with numerous public and private stakeholders to support the City's systems-oriented approach to addressing homelessness.

If you are a motivated individual that loves taking on challenges to drive meaningful change, and thrives in a fun environment, we invite you to apply!

Knowledge, Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public or business administration, social work, accounting, finance, information technology, economics, environmental science, or a related field.
• Two (2) years of office administrative support experience in homeless and housing programs.
• Equivalent combination of training, education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Skills / Abilities

• General principles and practices of municipal government budget preparation, administration, and control.
• Grant funding sources, grant requirements, grant administration, and grant writing techniques in homeless and housing programs.
• Principles of providing functional direction and training.
• Sources of information related to a broad range of municipal programs, services, and administration.
• Financial, statistical, and comparative analysis techniques for interpreting various agreements and financial documents.
• Advanced principles, practices, and methods of administrative and organizational analysis.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and processes in assigned areas of responsibility.
• City personnel rules and regulations, municipal codes, purchasing policies, finance principles, and legal requirements.
• Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis, report preparation, and presentation.

Characteristics

• An upbeat attitude, eager to participate.
• A passion for producing outstanding quality of work.
• A high performing, genuine, authentic individual with a good sense of humor.
• Ability to build and maintain the trust of coworkers, subordinates, and city staff.
• A genuine interest in supporting the employees.
• Ability to multitask in a fluid environment.

Highly Desired Experience

Experience with the complexities of homelessness and the diversity of homeless populations.

• Experience in the management of grants and programs related to homeless shelter, supportive services, and housing programs may be substituted for education.
• Knowledge of policymaking, statistical analysis, excellent writing skills, and the use of excel, word, and PowerPoint are critical.
• Knowledge of data tracking and performance measurement, particularly with regard to the regional Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and the Coordinated Entry System (CES).
• Experience working with Continuums of Care, local government, and community-based safety net service providers.
• Experience working with diverse community collaboratives and consortiums.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting.
• Experience with grant development and implementation.
• Experience implementing unique strategies to effectively address homelessness.

The position is a full-time benefited position and will work 40 hours per week on average; with a 4 / 10 work week - Monday through Thursday.

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THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will be customer service focus, excellent judgment, and attention to detail. Someone who is a systems-oriented thinker and great team player.

In this position you will routinely assist in all aspects of the City's Homeless System of Services. A highly competent individual who holds themselves to high standards, works hard, and contributes to a positive workplace culture will thrive in Corona.

COMMUNITY

A City whose heritage spans more than 125 years, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses approximately 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 170,000 residents.

Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first-rate quality of life for its residents and visitors.

Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy winter activities such as snowboarding and skiing and summer activities including surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on world class beaches.

Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong.

THE ORGANIZATION

The City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policy making and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members.

Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four-year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year.

The City is organized into the following departments / organizational units : Community Services, City Manager's Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works and Utilities.

Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and two Assistant City Managers.

The City's total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2025 is $ 399.1 million with a General Fund operating budget of $ 209.6 million.

Corona enjoys a workforce of 922 dedicated employees who provide high quality services to its residents and visitors each day.

TO BE CONSIDERED

Interested candidates should apply by completing the application online by the posted closing date.

Application Process :

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. The first review of application is Mon d ay, September 9th, 2024, at 8 : 00AM .

Applicants are encouraged to apply early as the recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review period.

The selection process will consist of :

• Application Review
• HireVue - Tentative week of September 9th
• Oral Examination - Tentative week of September 16th

Successful candidates will be placed on an eligible list, and highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring authority for further consideration.

Candidates advancing in the selection process will receive information / instructions via email.