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This recruitment will establish an eligibility listing to fill positions for various Merced County departments.
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Performs a variety of general analytical work, system and program development, and provides administrative support for division or department assigned.
- Gathers, analyzes, and presents information/data. Also works with other governmental agencies.
- Develops recommendations and alternatives on policies, program systems development and implementation.
- Reviews and analyzes legislation and regulations, advising executive management on its potential impact. Also facilitates departmental compliance with federal and state plans.
- Develops staff training needs assessments and training programs. Provides training to Department staff and community organizations.
- Represents the Department with the public, community organizations, and other government agencies.
- Assists with the preparation of public information documents, prepares and monitors division and department budget and assists with preparing and monitoring grant proposals programs.
- Conducts automation planning and identification and analysis of department programmatic requirements and system changes and problems.
- Prepares and devises charts, workload statistics, writes staff reports, prepares materials for Board of Supervisors, enters, manipulates, retrieves information, develops ad hoc reports and performs all required departmental functions of the computerized human resources information system.
Depending upon area of assignment, may also be required to perform the following duties:
- Conducts job audits and prepares drafts of class specifications, prepares special studies, statistical reports and surveys, and participates in making recommendations for revision or maintenance of the classification and pay plan.
- Performs administrative analysis, fiscal analysis, personnel, staff development, employment and training, social services, family support, eligibility services, mental health services, alcohol & drug services, makes administrative decisions and provides support.
- Maintain records, evaluates various correspondence and applications for employment, and assists in the recruitment and selection process.
- Develops and reviews materials in compliance with EEO, Affirmative action and County and CDSS guidelines. Also serves as Department EEO Counselor and Title VII investigator.
- Monitors departmental budget and accounting systems, fiscal forecasting, departmental fiscal management, and the preparation and submission of annual and quarterly staffing, expenditures, funding and status reports.
- Coordinates data processing activities involving programs, plans system test activities and approves data processing changes prior to new production releases. May also supervise the help desk.
- Prepares contracts and participates in contract negotiations.
Minimum Qualifications
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST I
Education:
Equivalent to graduation from a four (4) year college or university in public administration, business administration, computer science, political science or similar field.
Experience:
None required. (Progressively responsible professional experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST II
Education:
Equivalent to graduation from a four (4) year college or university in public administration, business administration, computer science, political science or similar field. (Experience directly involving the area of Department assignment or experience providing complex program management may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.)
Experience:
One (1) year of work experience performing work comparable to the class of Staff Services Analyst I, involving the area of Department assignment, in Merced County.
Essential Functions
- Operate a personal computer and other modern office equipment, including repetitive hand and arm motions.
- Frequent use of hand-eye coordination
- Frequently sit for extended periods
- Occasionally operate a motor vehicle
- Perform a variety of administrative, technical, and program analysis functions.
- Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone.
- Analyze data, interpret policies, procedures and regulations, develop appropriate conclusions, and prepare reports.
- Prepare annual and quarterly reports of staffing, expenditures, funding and caseload data for submission to executives.
- Develop, conduct, and coordinate departmental general and specialized training.
- Make administrative decisions in the area of personnel services.
- Meet deadlines under stressful conditions.
- Resolve conflicts and respond appropriately to complaints.
- Complete multiple priority projects with conflicting deadlines.
- Establish, implement and achieve goals and objectives.
- Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.
- Train, evaluate, and supervise staff.
- Familiarity with and understanding of principles, methods, and problems of public administration, organization, management and personnel.
Current social, political, economic, and scientific developments and trends. -
Regular attendance is an essential function. -
- Grant Writing, EDP programs, and database structures and programming techniques.
- Research techniques, data collection and statistical methodology and analysis.
- Basic principles and methods of administrative, personnel, staff development, fiscal and data processing management.
- Computer system development and their applications to public sector management.
- Contract development, negotiation, management and monitoring (fiscal and program).
- FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO and other Federal and State laws and regulations.
- Interviewing theory and practices and current trends in personnel administration.
- Human resources information systems, applicable County and MSS ordinances, resolutions, policies and procedures, public relations and recruitment methods.
Spreadsheet and data base software applications. -
- Perform a variety of analytical work, administrative support assignments and program development and implementation work.
- Analyze, coordinate and integrate economic and demographic data and gather, organize, analyze, and present a variety of information and data in statistical collection systems and concise reports.
- Reason logically and interpret and apply operating procedures and regulations.
- Perform and document research in dealing with administrative issues.
- Identify core problems and develop sound recommendations and implementation procedures.
- Work independently, meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
- Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work.
- Communicate on a technical level with data processing staff and translate technical information to users in a non-technical language.
- Communicate effectively with State agencies regarding State and Federal programs.
- Review and approve detailed designs and assist EDP technical staff in reviewing code to diagnose and correct system problems.
Why Merced County? A message from the CEO
HOLIDAYS & LEAVES
MANAGEMENT LEAVE
May receive, depending upon classification, 96 hours per Fiscal Year.
VACATION
10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours). Optional annual sell back of a portion of accumulated vacation leave hours (maximum - 40 hours).
SICK LEAVE
0.0625 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 16 days (130 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria.
HOLIDAYS
Twelve paid holidays annually plus two optional holidays.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE
Five (5) regularly scheduled consecutive workdays.
INSURANCE
HEALTH INSURANCE
Medical Insurance - Merced County offers multiple Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums.
- Anthem 500 EPO
- Anthem 1500 EPO
- Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA)
- County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
- County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
DISABILITY INSURANCE
Management Disability Insurance - Unit 20 Unrepresented Management Levels A-E - 100% premium paid by employer
LIFE INSURANCE
County-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Unit 20 Unrepresented Management:
- Level A & B $85,000
- Level C $55,000
- Level D & E $35,000
Voluntary Term and Whole Life Insurance are available - premium paid by employee
RETIREMENT
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
The County offers a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pre-tax or post-tax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable.
MERCED COUNTY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION
The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code. MCERA members also pay into Social Security. The applicable benefit formula is dependent upon your hire date with an MCERA employer; your pension amount will be determined by your age, years of service and final compensation amount.
EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
Anthem EAP services provide up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and work-life resource services.
EMPLOYEE TICKETS, COUPONS, and DISCOUNTS
The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more.
THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND/OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY.
For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7356.
Examples of Duties
This recruitment will establish an eligibility listing to fill positions for various Merced County departments.
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Performs a variety of general analytical work, system and program development, and provides administrative support for division or department assigned.
- Gathers, analyzes, and presents information/data. Also works with other governmental agencies.
- Develops recommendations and alternatives on policies, program systems development and implementation.
- Reviews and analyzes legislation and regulations, advising executive management on its potential impact. Also facilitates departmental compliance with federal and state plans.
- Develops staff training needs assessments and training programs. Provides training to Department staff and community organizations.
- Represents the Department with the public, community organizations, and other government agencies.
- Assists with the preparation of public information documents, prepares and monitors division and department budget and assists with preparing and monitoring grant proposals programs.
- Conducts automation planning and identification and analysis of department programmatic requirements and system changes and problems.
- Prepares and devises charts, workload statistics, writes staff reports, prepares materials for Board of Supervisors, enters, manipulates, retrieves information, develops ad hoc reports and performs all required departmental functions of the computerized human resources information system.
Depending upon area of assignment, may also be required to perform the following duties:
- Conducts job audits and prepares drafts of class specifications, prepares special studies, statistical reports and surveys, and participates in making recommendations for revision or maintenance of the classification and pay plan.
- Performs administrative analysis, fiscal analysis, personnel, staff development, employment and training, social services, family support, eligibility services, mental health services, alcohol & drug services, makes administrative decisions and provides support.
- Maintain records, evaluates various correspondence and applications for employment, and assists in the recruitment and selection process.
- Develops and reviews materials in compliance with EEO, Affirmative action and County and CDSS guidelines. Also serves as Department EEO Counselor and Title VII investigator.
- Monitors departmental budget and accounting systems, fiscal forecasting, departmental fiscal management, and the preparation and submission of annual and quarterly staffing, expenditures, funding and status reports.
- Coordinates data processing activities involving programs, plans system test activities and approves data processing changes prior to new production releases. May also supervise the help desk.
- Prepares contracts and participates in contract negotiations.
Minimum Qualifications
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST I
Education:
Equivalent to graduation from a four (4) year college or university in public administration, business administration, computer science, political science or similar field.
Experience:
None required. (Progressively responsible professional experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST II
Education:
Equivalent to graduation from a four (4) year college or university in public administration, business administration, computer science, political science or similar field. (Experience directly involving the area of Department assignment or experience providing complex program management may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.)
Experience:
One (1) year of work experience performing work comparable to the class of Staff Services Analyst I, involving the area of Department assignment, in Merced County.
Essential Functions
- Operate a personal computer and other modern office equipment, including repetitive hand and arm motions.
- Frequent use of hand-eye coordination
- Frequently sit for extended periods
- Occasionally operate a motor vehicle
- Perform a variety of administrative, technical, and program analysis functions.
- Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone.
- Analyze data, interpret policies, procedures and regulations, develop appropriate conclusions, and prepare reports.
- Prepare annual and quarterly reports of staffing, expenditures, funding and caseload data for submission to executives.
- Develop, conduct, and coordinate departmental general and specialized training.
- Make administrative decisions in the area of personnel services.
- Meet deadlines under stressful conditions.
- Resolve conflicts and respond appropriately to complaints.
- Complete multiple priority projects with conflicting deadlines.
- Establish, implement and achieve goals and objectives.
- Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.
- Train, evaluate, and supervise staff.
- Familiarity with and understanding of principles, methods, and problems of public administration, organization, management and personnel.
Current social, political, economic, and scientific developments and trends. -
Regular attendance is an essential function. -
- Grant Writing, EDP programs, and database structures and programming techniques.
- Research techniques, data collection and statistical methodology and analysis.
- Basic principles and methods of administrative, personnel, staff development, fiscal and data processing management.
- Computer system development and their applications to public sector management.
- Contract development, negotiation, management and monitoring (fiscal and program).
- FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO and other Federal and State laws and regulations.
- Interviewing theory and practices and current trends in personnel administration.
- Human resources information systems, applicable County and MSS ordinances, resolutions, policies and procedures, public relations and recruitment methods.
Spreadsheet and data base software applications. -
- Perform a variety of analytical work, administrative support assignments and program development and implementation work.
- Analyze, coordinate and integrate economic and demographic data and gather, organize, analyze, and present a variety of information and data in statistical collection systems and concise reports.
- Reason logically and interpret and apply operating procedures and regulations.
- Perform and document research in dealing with administrative issues.
- Identify core problems and develop sound recommendations and implementation procedures.
- Work independently, meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
- Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work.
- Communicate on a technical level with data processing staff and translate technical information to users in a non-technical language.
- Communicate effectively with State agencies regarding State and Federal programs.
- Review and approve detailed designs and assist EDP technical staff in reviewing code to diagnose and correct system problems.
Why Merced County? A message from the CEO
HOLIDAYS & LEAVES
MANAGEMENT LEAVE
May receive, depending upon classification, 96 hours per Fiscal Year.
VACATION
10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours). Optional annual sell back of a portion of accumulated vacation leave hours (maximum - 40 hours).
SICK LEAVE
0.0625 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 16 days (130 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria.
HOLIDAYS
Twelve paid holidays annually plus two optional holidays.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE
Five (5) regularly scheduled consecutive workdays.
INSURANCE
HEALTH INSURANCE
Medical Insurance - Merced County offers multiple Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums.
- Anthem 500 EPO
- Anthem 1500 EPO
- Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA)
- County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
- County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
DISABILITY INSURANCE
Management Disability Insurance - Unit 20 Unrepresented Management Levels A-E - 100% premium paid by employer
LIFE INSURANCE
County-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Unit 20 Unrepresented Management:
- Level A & B $85,000
- Level C $55,000
- Level D & E $35,000
Voluntary Term and Whole Life Insurance are available - premium paid by employee
RETIREMENT
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
The County offers a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pre-tax or post-tax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable.
MERCED COUNTY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION
The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code. MCERA members also pay into Social Security. The applicable benefit formula is dependent upon your hire date with an MCERA employer; your pension amount will be determined by your age, years of service and final compensation amount.
EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
Anthem EAP services provide up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and work-life resource services.
EMPLOYEE TICKETS, COUPONS, and DISCOUNTS
The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more.
THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND/OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY.
For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7356.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in staff services analyst jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field
- Experience analyzing administrative or operational data and preparing written reports
- Proficiency with spreadsheet and database tools for tracking and reporting
- Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements accurately
- Experience coordinating projects or workflows across multiple departments or units
- Strong written communication skills for drafting reports, memos, and recommendations
Tips for Your Staff Services Analyst Job Search
Tailor your resume to classification levels
Staff services analyst roles are often tied to official job classifications with specific duty statements. Mirror the exact language from the job posting's duty statement in your resume bullets so your application clears automated screening tied to those classifications.
Highlight analytical tools and reporting experience
Employers expect you to work with data regularly. Call out specific tools you've used for reporting, data tracking, or workflow analysis, and describe the size or scope of the projects those tools supported so hiring managers can assess your depth of experience.
Apply early to roles that fit
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Target agencies with active program needs
Staff services analyst openings cluster around departments undergoing reorganization, budget cycles, or new program launches. Watch for postings that mention process improvement, compliance, or program evaluation, as those signal active analytical workloads rather than backfill roles.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers often present a process breakdown or data discrepancy and ask how you'd investigate it. Practice walking through your analytical reasoning step by step, naming the specific data sources or stakeholders you'd consult before recommending a course of action.
Negotiate using total compensation, not just base pay
Many staff services analyst roles are in public sector or education, where salaries are fixed but leave accrual, pension contributions, and professional development funds can vary. Understand the full compensation package before accepting or countering any offer.
Staff Services Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a staff services analyst?
Start with a bachelor's degree in public administration, business, or a related field, then build experience in administrative coordination, data analysis, or program support through entry-level roles or internships. Develop proficiency in reporting tools and document your ability to interpret policy and produce written recommendations. Many employers also value exposure to budget processes or project tracking systems.
Can you get a staff services analyst job with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level staff services analyst positions exist, particularly in government agencies and universities that hire recent graduates into analyst trainee or associate analyst classifications. Focus your application on coursework in research methods, any internship work involving data or policy, and your ability to write clear analytical summaries. Demonstrating familiarity with spreadsheet tools and official report formats strengthens entry-level applications significantly.
What does the staff services analyst interview process look like?
Most employers conduct a structured interview with a panel of two to four people, often including a supervisor and a program manager. Expect competency-based questions about past analytical work, written communication, and cross-departmental coordination. Some agencies require a written exercise or take-home scenario where you analyze a process or data set and present a recommendation before or during the interview.
Where can I find and apply to staff services analyst jobs?
You can find and apply to staff services analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location preferences, then apply directly to each one that fits your background.
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