We have an outstanding career opportunity for anAdministrative Analystto join a leading Company located in theChicago, ILsurrounding area.

Under the direction of the Program Director, the Administrative Analyst II assists with performing investigation and analysis of operational systems and procedures, program and organizational structures and policies to ascertain fiscal, technical, administrative, or other problems which need further attention. Assists in drafting and implementing corrective policies and procedures and other system enhancements resulting in improved productivity and workflow. Assists Program Director with specialized analysis of a fiscal, policy or technical nature utilizing statistical methods and advanced computer based (PC) software applications as required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assists in the investigation and review of problem areas submitted for analysis. Studies management methods to improve workflow, simplify reporting procedures or implement cost reductions. Engages in research and legislative analysis for proposed legislation regarding bills that may affect the respective Department/Bureau ; advises the Department/Bureau Head and the President or his/her designee on how the proposed legislation may impact the Department/Bureau including any legal or budgetary issues posed by the proposed legislation to arrive at a position relative to such legislation.

• Helps coordinate collection and preparation of operating reports such as budget expenditures and statistical records of performance. Prepares comprehensive reports including conclusions and recommendations for solutions to administrative problems.

• May assist in the training, coordination and/or orientation of staff.

• Maintains liaison with departments; reviews and interprets departmental rules, regulations, and policies.

• May work with Bureau Chiefs and/or departmental heads to review, analyze and interpret existing and prepared programs and policies and determine their need and impact.

• Assists in coordinating office services for various agencies or units within a Bureau in such activities as staffing, budget preparation and control, records control, and special management studies.

• May work in conjunction with the Bureau of Technology or Bureau of Research and Innovation to improve effective operational programs and systems based on extensive research and design.

• Assists in the setting up of seminars and in-house programs.

• Explores and makes recommendations on new programs and policies.

• Gather and report on both quantitative and qualitative data, analyzing it for any trends or important information that may be useful in formulating new policies.

• Assist with formulating reports which condense and summarize information and display key evidence for stakeholders to review.

  Basic Hiring Criteria:

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in public administration, data analysis, systems management, or related field, supplemented by one (1) year of progressively responsible administrative experience; or five (5) years equivalent combination of training and experience in management analysis.

• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with public officials on a variety of policy and operational issues; ability to analyze situations and problems to reach practical and logical conclusions.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

• Excellent writing skills with the ability to analyze and articulate, verbally and through written documents.

• Strong interpersonal skills, including an ability to get along with people of diverse backgrounds and facilitate conflict resolution.

• Strong public speaking skills.

• Skilled with ability to handle multiple tasks and coordinate complex projects.

• Ability to navigate complex systems and identify key interventions to enhance the systems.

• Ability to think creatively, use critical thinking and analytical skills and a solution focused approach to address challenging or difficult situations.

• Ability to cultivate relationships with a variety of stakeholders and community partners.

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