Salary : $67,452.00 - $116,340.00 Annually
Location : Colusa, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: County Administrator's Office - CAO
Opening Date: 07/16/2026
Closing Date: 8/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt

Definition & Distinguishing Characteristics

The Management Analyst I classification is designed to provide a strong foundation for professional growth through progressively responsible assignments and exposure to a broad range of administrative and analytical work.

The Management Analyst II classification builds upon that foundation by offering opportunities to perform increasingly complex assignments, exercise greater independent judgment, and support initiatives that advance the County's strategic goals.
If you want your work to matter - and to see the results directly - this is the place. Join a collaborative organization where your work directly supports the Board of Supervisors, advances strategic County initiatives, and helps deliver high-quality public services to the residents of Colusa County! To learn more about this position, please check out the job description pages HERE.

This recruitment is open until filled. It is to your advantage to submit an application as soon as possible, as the recruitment may close at any time following application review on August 9, 2026.

Selection Procedure -The following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process:

• Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. All relevant work experience, training, and education must be included to determine eligibility.
• Screening for minimum qualifications: August 9, 2026.
• Successful applicants will be notified of the dates for first interviews and executive-level interviews once they have been scheduled.

The selection process steps may change with or without notice.
What's this Job All About?

The Management Analyst I/II is a position within the County Administrative Office that plays an integral role in supporting executive leadership and the Board of Supervisors. This position performs administrative, fiscal, legislative, and policy analysis; assists with budget development and monitoring; coordinates special projects; prepares reports and recommendations; and works with departments, partner agencies, and regional organizations to help guide informed decision-making and effective County operations.

As a member of the County Administrative Office, the Management Analyst I/II will support a small, high-impact team that works on initiatives affecting the entire organization. This position provides the opportunity to contribute to policy and legislative analysis, budget development, Board of Supervisors materials, and special projects involving County departments and regional partners. From supporting strategic initiatives to coordinating programs such as groundwater sustainability efforts with the Colusa Groundwater Authority and partner agencies, this role offers the opportunity to analyze complex issues, foster collaboration, and see the direct impact of your work on the future of Colusa County.
Embracing the Colusa County Work Culture
At Colusa County, working as a Management Analyst I/II means being part of a collaborative organization where your ideas and contributions are valued. Colusa County offers a genuine small-town quality of life, a close-knit team environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through your work. You'll have direct access to County leadership, the opportunity to build relationships across departments and with external partners, and the ability to take ownership of projects that support the residents and future of Colusa County.
The County leadership team values work-life balance. We know everyone works hard on a daily basis and needs to know they are valued and appreciated. This means that we understand when you want time off to coach baseball, attend a ballet recital, or take a fur family member to the vet. When your workload seems (or is) overwhelming, people are always at the ready to assist in getting the job done. We support one another's growth professionally and personally. While we work hard and play hard, the future Management Analyst I/II will be joining a team who understands there must be a work-life fit.

What are the benefits

• A beautiful, safe community in which to work and serve
• A job with WORK-LIFE BALANCE
• A LIFETIME PAYCHECK(3% @ 60 for Classic Members and 2% @ 62 for New Members) -As long as you work for 5 years and vest in the CalPERS system, you will receive a retirement paycheck for the rest of your life.
• Amazing health care BENEFITS at NO COST to you -Unless you choose a premium health care plan.
• Authentically kind and engaged leadership who truly enjoy developing staff
• 457 Deferred Compensation
• Management Leave: 10 days
• PAID vacation, PAID holidays (15), and PAID sick leave
• Vacation Parity! - Previous service with a public agency counts towards vacation accrual at Colusa County (Includes cities, counties, districts, military and similar entities.) To learn more about vacation parity please see our benefit summary.)

COLUSA COUNTY: NAVIGATING EXCELLENCE, SERVING OUR COMMUNITY!
Supervision & Examples of Duties

Receives general direction from the County Administrative Officer, Assistant County Administrative Officer, or their designee. May provide lead direction on assigned projects, but does not exercise formal supervision over staff

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Management Analyst I

Experience:
Equivalent to some professional administrative, fiscal, or policy-related experience involving research, analysis, or program support.

Education:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Economics, Finance, Environmental Policy, Public Policy, Natural Resources, or a related field.

Licensing or Certifications:
May require possession of a valid California driver's license.

Management Analyst II

Experience:
Four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in administrative, fiscal, policy, or legislative analysis, preferably within a public agency or County Administrative Office environment.

Education:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Economics, Finance, Environmental Policy, Public Policy, Natural Resources, or a related field.

Licensing or Certifications:
May require possession of a valid California driver's license.
Supplemental Information

Management Analyst I: $5,621 - $9,227 MONTHLY
Management Analyst II: $5,906 - $9,695 MONTHLY
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Thank you for your interest in employment with the County of Colusa.

You must demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Please be detailed in the job duties of your work history to clearly demonstrate the duties that are relevant to the position in which you are applying.

All sections of the application MUST be completed. Required documents such as a resume, cover letter, references, and any position-specific certifications must be attached and are not accepted in place of completing the application. Blank applications that reference "see resume" will be disqualified. As your resume and supplemental materials will not be considered as part of the initial screening process.

Be sure to review your application prior to submission. No new or additional information will be accepted after the closing date.

Application materials are the property of the County of Colusa and will not be returned.

It is your responsibility to keep your NEOGOV profile updated, including any changes to your telephone number and email address. Failure to do so may result in a missed notification of exams or interviews.

The minimum qualifications as stated in this job announcement represent only the basic requirements of the position. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Questions?

If you have questions regarding this job announcement or the application process:

For a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the NEOGOV application process, visit

Email the Human Resources Department at or call 530-458-0420.


Colusa County offers an excellent benefit package. For a summary of current benefits, please click here: 2026 Benefit Summary
01

Do you possess a valid California driver's license, or can you obtain one prior to appointment if required for the position?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university? (NOTE: If you answered yes, this education MUST be included on your official application.)

• Yes, Bachelor's degree
• Yes, Master's degree or higher
• N/A

03

If yes to the above question, what was your major field of study? (NOTE: This education MUST be included on your official application.)

• No degree
• Other field
• Related field
• Natural Resources
• Public Policy
• Environmental Policy
• Finance
• Economics
• Political Science
• Business Administration
• Public Administration

04

How many years of professional experience do you have performing administrative, fiscal, policy, legislative, research, analysis, or program support duties? (NOTE: This experience MUST be included on your official application.)

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-3 years
• 4-5 years
• 6-9 years
• 10 or more years

05

Do you have four (4) or more years of increasingly responsible professional experience performing administrative, fiscal, policy, or legislative analysis, preferably in a public agency or County Administrative Office? (NOTE: This experience MUST be included on your official application.)

• No experience
• Yes, less than 4 years
• Yes, 4-5 years
• Yes, 6-9 years
• Yes, 10 or more years

Required Question