Senior Analyst - Airport
Senior Analyst - Airport
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$ 118460 - 144318
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Job Description
Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7000 employees play a key role in the success of San Jos the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San Jos employees work together as one team to make San Jos a vibrant innovative and desirable place to live and work.Visithere to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations including quality and excellent customer service and hereto learn more about San Jos.
The City of San Jos is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation disability veteran statusor any other consideration made unlawful under any federal state or local laws. The City of San Jos is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please contact us at 711 (TTY) or via email at .
About the Department
The City of San Jos the Capital of Silicon Valley is one of the nations best managed cities and one of the top 10 cities in which to live work and do business. Moreover San Jos is the center of cultural government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San Jos have embraced the following values: Integrity Innovation Excellence Collaboration Respect and Celebration. The Citys Airport Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the Citys employees.
Fueled by a culture of innovation San Jos Mineta International Airport (SJC) is the Bay Areas easiest and most dependable Airport due to its medium size simple layout temperate climate and location. SJC is located just minutes from downtown San Jos the Bay Areas largest city and the Capital of Silicon Valley. SJC is a self-supporting enterprise owned and operated by the City of San 2024 SJC welcomed nearly 12 million passengers and was rated Californias top-performing airport for on-time departures by Cirium. SJC currently offers nonstop service to more than 40 domestic and international destinations. The Airports two fixed-base operators as well as several corporate aviation tenants serve the business aviation needs of Silicon Valley; corporate and general aviation traffic represents more than a quarter of aircraft 2024 SJC celebrated 75 years of connecting the Bay Area with the world. For more information and to connect with SJC on social media visit .
Position Duties
The position of Senior Analyst in the Airport Operations Division provides support to the Airport in managing the administrative section of the Airports Operations Division. The Operations Division manages the daily operations of the Airside Landside Security and Terminal / Passenger Experience operations of the Airport including the ID badging and Permit functions. This position will develop and manage the Operations Division and Airport Technology Services $35 million Operating Budget and $4 million Capital budget and supervises one Analyst to accomplish the administrative projects and tasks of the Division.
The Senior Analyst Operations Division position responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Budgetary functions for the Operations Division and Airport Technology Services including managing the Division budgets managing the purchasing and procurement processes providing real-time budgetary analysis for Division staff;
- Coordinating with other Divisions and City Hall staff to assist Operations Division staff with contract management procurements RFP processes and auditing processes;
- Serve as the Division liaison to the City/Airport Employee Services staff regarding hiring and HR processes analyze and track vacancies training and appraisals for Division staff and make recommendations towards improvement in processes and procedures;
- Provide input and be involved in daily Operations Division activities assisting staff communications organization and operational efficiencies and customer service;
- Supervise professional and support staff prioritizing and assigning work conducting performance evaluations ensuring staff receives well rounded training and contributing to implementation of Airport strategic priorities;
- Oversees the implementation of program policies and procedures provides training on program requirements and best practices ensures administrative procedures are up to date and conducts continuous process evaluation and improvement to enhance customer service levels.
Salary Range: $118460.16 - $144318.72
The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates qualifications and experience. These salary ranges include an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.
Selection Process
To apply please complete an application via the City of San Joses website at The final filing date for this job announcement is Tuesday August 5 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicants training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration.If you have questions about the duties of these positions the selection or hiring processes please contact Tessa Elkins at
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply applicants must complete an application via the City of San Joses website at CLASS ESSENTIAL DUTIES:(These duties and estimated frequency are a representative sample; position assignments may vary depending on the business needs of the department.) Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
FREQUENCY*
1.
Confers with department managers on the more difficult management/ administrative problems supervises or leads in gathering facts and data for problem resolution; evaluates prepares reports and recommendations for improved City departmental operations services systems or organizational methods;implements goals objectives and guidelines utilizing resources effectively to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Daily/Several Times
2.
Prepares and monitors the department or division budget; prepares revenue estimates and forecasts; establishes fees and charges; prepares and monitors operating and capital budgets grants contracts and other financial transactions.
Daily/Several Times
3.
Analyzes organizational structures functions procedures and practices; provides analyses and recommendations of various kinds and levels of services provided by City government authorized manpower and other budgeted resources; recommends process improvements/alternative service delivery models.
Daily/Several Times
4.
Negotiates develops contracts grants and special funds to meet specific City or department needs; prepares bids and specifications;monitors timely fulfillment of deliverables by contractor/consultant reviews compliance of contractor/consultant work progress and accuracy of consultant/contractor billing submitted for work completed.
Daily/Several Times
5.
Manages supervises or coordinates administrative and analytic staff support activities in a variety of departmental functions providing the direct planning management and monitoring of services in assigned area.
Daily/Several Times
6.
Consults with administrative supervisory and line personnel of City departments in determining training and educational needs; establishes and monitors in-service training programs; conducts regular safety training programs for supervisory or line personnel; and participates in employee relations.
Daily/Several Times
7.
Confers with departmental officials to determine personnel needs and provide assistance on Human Resources services including recruitment classification and compensation studies employment examinations workers compensation and performance management at a Department or City-wide level.
Daily/Several Times
8.
Uses automated data processing applications including spreadsheets and databases to analyze and present information;uses word processing software to review revise and format documents for department needs and record keeping; uses e-mail system calendaring and scheduling with effective clear and concise written communication.
Daily/Several Times
9.
Supervises subordinate supervisory and other staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff are trained; and making hiring termination and disciplinary recommendations. Evaluates training needs and workload balance for staff and prepares plan for implementation.
Daily
10.
Ensures that the administrative function supervised is in compliance with complex federal and state laws rules and regulations and local codes and standards. Implements changes to processes required by changes in legislation.
Weekly
11.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
As Required
*Frequency defined as Daily/Several Times Daily Weekly Intermittent or As needed
Minimum Qualifications
- (These qualifications are typically required. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to satisfactorily perform the duties of the job may be substituted.)Minimum QualificationsEducation and ExperienceA Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in general management/administrative analytic work in the areas of budget finance grant administration organizational analysis general administration human resources or related field in general analytical work.Acceptable SubstitutionOne (1) year of additional education above the Bachelors Degree level may be substituted for one (1) year of the required management/administrative analytic work.Required Licensing (such as drivers license certifications etc.)
- Possession of a valid State of California drivers license may be required for some assignments.
Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. Candidates are required to satisfactorily complete and pass a fingerprint based Criminal History Records Check prior to being considered for a position in this class at the Airport. This Airport position requires a background check and a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) check. The candidate must be fingerprinted and qualify under all applicable TSA and Airport regulations.
Other Qualifications
- (Incumbents may be required to have different combinations of the listed qualifications or more specific job-related qualifications depending on the position.)Basic Competencies(Needed at entry into the job in order to perform the essential duties.)
- Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
- Communication Skills -Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other peoples ideas and thoughts.
- Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook MS Word MS PowerPoint MS Access and MS Excel.
- Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
- Analytical Thinking - Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical systematic sequential approach.
- Decision Making Identifies and understands issues problems and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.
- Fiscal Management - Understands the relationship of the budget and resources to the strategic plan; complies with administrative controls over funds contracts and procurements.
- Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems is proactive and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promote job performance.
- Leadership Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational support and direction.
- Planning - Acts to align own units goals with the strategic direction of the organization; Defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives.
- Problem Solving Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.
- Supervision - Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness.
Additional Information:
Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.
You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses. Please be advised that use of AI content in your responses may result in your removal from the hiring process.
Please note that applications are currently not acceptedthrough CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION please email and we will research the status of your application.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
