Carlsbad – The Community:
The City of Carlsbad is ideally situated in north San Diego County where a great climate, beautiful beaches and lagoons, and abundant natural open space combine with world-class resorts, family attractions, well planned neighborhoods, excellent schools, and a charming village atmosphere to create the ideal California experience. Covering nearly 40 square miles, the City of Carlsbad is currently home to about 115,000 residents. The city sets the standard for high-quality local government services and is home to corporate headquarters in technology, life sciences and action sports, supported by a thriving tourism market and nearly 40 percent preserved open space. Thanks to an award-winning growth management plan, the city's infrastructure and services keep pace with development and promote an excellent quality of life.
The Branch: The Public Works Branch is responsible for planning, providing and maintaining infrastructure that supports Carlsbad's excellent quality of life. The branch includes a variety of departments including Environmental Sustainability, Fleet & Facilities, Construction Management & Inspection, Transportation and Utilities. More than 195 full-time equivalent staff support the branch, which also has an annual total budget of over $123 million, along with a total Capital Improvement Program (CIP) appropriation of over $110 million. These areas of services are often referred to as "Public Works". To learn more please visit: City of Carlsbad - Public Works Department
The Carlsbad Utility Department is dedicated to providing reliable and efficient utility services that enhance the quality of life for our community. We are seeking motivated and skilled individuals to join our team, where innovation and teamwork drive our commitment to excellence. As a member of our department, you will play a vital role in ensuring the sustainability and functionality of our utility systems, while upholding the highest standards of safety and customer service. If you are passionate about making a difference in our community and possess the qualifications we seek, we invite you to explore opportunities with the Utilities Department at the City of Carlsbad.
Under general direction, the Principal Management Analyst performs advanced, complex professional, technical, analytical, and administrative duties in support of assigned functions, programs, or projects. This role is recognized as a technical expert and may exercise independent judgment, manage large or complex budgets or programs, conduct organizational and operational analyses, and supervise professional staff. The position is responsible for identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance organizational effectiveness and efficiency across a variety of departments.
Distinguishing Characteristics: This is an advanced-level, supervisory classification within the management analyst series. Assignments are broad in scope and require considerable independent judgment, initiative, and discretion. The incumbent may lead teams of professional, technical, financial, or administrative staff, oversee contractors and consultants, and often interact with external partners and the public. The incumbent is responsible for providing key analytical support, project management, and recommendations for improving departmental and organizational operations.
You belong in Carlsbad:
The City of Carlsbad embraces and recognizes the vital relationship of an inclusive, engaged work environment and innovative excellence. An equitable and inclusive work climate comprises personal experiences, values, and views shaped from differences of culture and circumstance. Our organization appreciates belonging, creativity, recognition and retention of its employees and is committed to hiring and developing motivated, productive and talented employees who provide services and enhance our quality of life. We work to embrace open and equitable access to opportunities for learning and development as our responsibility and goal.
Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
A typical way to obtain knowledge, skills, and abilities would be the equivalent of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration, or a related field, and
5 or more years of progressively responsible professional experience in administrative, budgetary, or management analysis
roles.
A master’s degree in a related field is highly desirable and may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person or by telephone; use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks, and interact with a variety of individuals in office and meeting settings. Occasional travel may be required.
This is an at-will, exempt management classification.
