Administrative Analyst
full-time•Emporia
About this role
Title Description- This is the advanced level for Administrative Analysts that are responsible for analytical work on a variety of administrative or technical areas within the Local Departments of Social Services. This Administrative Analyst is distinguished from other administrative assistants by the performance of professional work while conducting special administrative projects that requires analyzing various issues, recommending actions, and managing projects.
General Work Tasks (Illustrative Only) –
- Collects and analyzes data;
- Prepares reports and other informational materials;
- Analyzes issues that are related to a variety of program and administrative areas such as policy and procedures, fiscal and budget, office management, and contract and grant management;
- Performs project management by collecting, examining and presenting records and information for various projects;
- Develops directives, polices and procedures and conducts management and operational analysis;
- Manages projects and supervises staff assigned to the project; and
- May act as a lead worker providing guidance to other analysts, technical and fiscal staff, and clerical and administrative staff.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge- Considerable knowledge of: administrative management principles and practices including planning, organizing, personnel and fiscal management; research methodology; statistical and analytical techniques; and strategic planning, theory, and process. Working knowledge of: applicable Local, State and Federal legislation; public administration; municipal functions and organizational concepts; and human behavior.
Skills- Skills in operating a personal computer and the use of computer-driven word processing, spreadsheet, graphics and file maintenance programs.
Abilities- Demonstrated ability to: gather and analyze data and formulate conclusions; present statistical and technical data; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; participate in the resolution of general and complex social services issues; plan, organize, supervise and direct work of others; collect and analyze data and use it in short- and long-range planning; establish effective working relationships with staff, other agencies and the community; compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural or compositional characteristics of data, people or things; modify work procedures, methods, and processes to improve efficiency; and analyze and interpret funding availability, cost patterns, research findings, and operating results and forecasts.
Education and Experience- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, business or related field supplemented with progressive administrative experience in business or public policy management OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Other facts
Tech stack
Data Analysis,Report Preparation,Project Management,Policy Analysis,Fiscal Management,Budget Management,Office Management,Contract Management,Grant Management,Strategic Planning,Communication,Supervision,Research Methodology,Statistical Techniques,Operational Analysis,Human Behavior
About Virginia Department of Social Services
VDSS is one of the largest Commonwealth agencies, partnering with 120 local departments of social services, along with faith-based and non-profit organizations, to promote the well-being of children and families statewide. We proudly serve alongside nearly 13,000 state and local human services professionals throughout the Social Services System, who ensure that thousands of Virginia's most vulnerable citizens have access to the best services and benefits available to them.
Together, we work each day to serve, empower, and create opportunities for brighter futures.
Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Website: https://www.dss.virginia.gov/
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Industry: Government Administration
What you'll do
- The Administrative Analyst is responsible for conducting analytical work on various administrative or technical areas within the Local Departments of Social Services. This includes managing projects, analyzing issues, and preparing reports.
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What does a Administrative Analyst do at Virginia Department of Social Services?
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Why join Virginia Department of Social Services as a Administrative Analyst?
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Is the Administrative Analyst position at Virginia Department of Social Services remote?
The Administrative Analyst position at Virginia Department of Social Services is based in Emporia, Virginia, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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