Salary : $87,756.00 - $117,600.00 Annually
Location : City of Oceanside, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 26-10
Department: City Manager
Opening Date: 07/31/2025
Closing Date: 8/8/2025 4:00 PM Pacific

Introduction
THE CITY OF OCEANSIDE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Oceanside is recruiting for a provisional (i.e. two-year position) Management Analyst, under the direction of the Coastal Zone Administrator in the City Manager's Office. The Management Analyst prepares extensive administrative analysis, guided by City and departmental practices and operations; performs complex organizational and budget studies; assists in designing, coordinating and implementing projects and programs as assigned; prepares reports; makes recommendations, including methods for implementation on a broad range of assigned subject matter areas; researches and develops grant applications to fund programs and projects; assists various operating departments on specialized administrative problems including grant administration, staffing requirements and equipment/software needs; and performs related work as required. Specifically, as related to coastal issues, the Coastal Zone Management Analyst assists the Coastal Zone Administrator with the following tasks:

• Communication coordination and public education program development, as related to building coastal resilience and adapting to sea level rise
• Outreach or associated coordination for tabling, outreach events and webinars
• Assists with applying for grants and administering awarded grants, pertaining to coastal and marine issues
• Acts as a liaison with other departments, on coastal issues, specifically with Parks and Recreation, Public Works, and Development Services Department

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with preference given to candidates that possess a scoliotic background and/or training in coastal management, environmental/climate science, environmental studies, geology, civil engineering, urban planning, natural resource management or a related field, and have 3+ years of professional experience working in an office environment.

To view more information on Coastal Management initiatives click link below
The recruitment may close once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Apply as soon as possible.
Examples of Duties
Prepares extensive administrative analyses, studies and research projects regarding City and departmental practices, procedures and operations; performs complex organizational and budget studies; assists in designing, coordinating and implementing projects and programs as assigned; prepares reports, both analytical and statistical; makes recommendations, including methods for implementation on a broad range of assigned subject matter areas; assists various operating departments on specialized administrative problems including staffing requirements and equipment usage levels; may assume supervisory responsibility over office staff; and performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:

• Public procurement processes and contracting procedures for consulting or construction services;
• Basic awareness of climate adaptation and resilience strategies, including sea level rise planning and flood risk reduction;
• Community engagement and public communication strategies, particularly in coastal or environmental contexts;
• Federal, state, and local coastal regulations and policies, such as the California Coastal Act and CEQA/NEPA;
• Project planning and implementation, including budget development, grant administration, and interagency coordination;
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); familiarity with project management or document tracking tools is a plus;
• Organization and operation of municipal government.

Ability to:

• Support the development, tracking, and administration of grants, budgets, and contracts for coastal projects;
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with internal departments, outside agencies, consultants, and community stakeholders;
• Assist with organizing and facilitating public meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagement activities;
• Demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, and adaptability in a public agency setting;
• Research and analyze problems and prepare recommendations on a variety of issues;
• Prepare clear, concise oral and written reports, including staff reports, briefing materials, and outreach content with a high level of accuracy;
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic and collaborative work environment;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships;
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.

Experience and Training
Experience: A minimum of three years of progressively responsible administrative, budgetary or analytical experience. Experience in administering programs in a governmental jurisdiction is highly desirable.
Training: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in public administration, economics, business administration or a related discipline. Master's degree is highly desirable.

License: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Working Conditions and Selection Process
Environmental Conditions: Office environment; exposure to computer screens

Physical Conditions: Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting for prolonged periods of time.
Selection Process: All properly completed applications will be reviewed and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Failure to provide all required application materials will result in disqualification from the selection process. The process may include any combination of a written exam, oral interview, training and experience appraisal, and/or skills assessment to further evaluate job-related qualifications. Candidates who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on an eligibility list and will remain eligible for employment consideration for a minimum of six months.

Note: Prospective employees will undergo, and must successfully pass a background reference check (including fingerprinting) and a medical examination. Drug screening may be required.

RESUMES ARE NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS BUT MAY BE ATTACHED.

CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IN THE SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD STATE THEIR NEEDS IN WRITING WHEN SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. ANY PROVISION

CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.
CITY OF OCEANSIDE

Unrepresented Supervisory, Technical & Confidential
Benefit Summary

The following is a highlight of benefits
Retirement

Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)

• Employees hired after January 1, 2013 are subject to the State laws of the California Public Employees Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) in regard to retirement benefits. Each individual's benefits may differ. Consult with Employee Benefits for further details.
• Third Level 1959 Survivor Credit
• Survivor Continuation option

Additional Retirement Credit Purchase Options

• Buy additional Service Retirement Credit prior to membership
• Service Credit for unused Sick Leave
• Buy additional Military Service Credit

Health Insurance
Medical:

• Kaiser HMO
• Blue Shield HMO
• Blue Shield PPO

Dental:

• Delta Preferred Option (DPO)
• Delta Care USA (DHMO)

Vision:

• Vision Service Plan (VSP)

Pre-Tax Benefits

Health benefits are offered on a pre-tax basis and employees cannot add or delete coverage or benefits unless a qualifying event has occurred.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The Anthem EAP is paid for by the City.

• Available to all members of your household
• 6 free confidential counseling visits per incident
• Self-service support online or by phone

Disability and Life Insurances
The STD/LTD/LIFE and AD&D Voya premiums are paid for by City.
Short-Term Disability (STD) Insurance:

• First 90 days - benefits paid at 55% of weekly salary to a maximum weekly benefit of $700 for non-work related disability only
• Seven day waiting period unless hospitalized
• All sick leave must be exhausted before STD is used

Long-Term Disability Insurance:

• After 90 days - benefits paid at 66.7% of monthly salary to a maximum monthly benefit of $6,000 for any disability

Life and AD&D Insurance:

• 1 times annual base salary; minimum of $30,000 and maximum of $200,000 of Basic Life & AD&D

Voluntary Benefits

Benefits are employee paid.
Supplemental Life Insurance through Voya:

• Premiums are determined by age
• Purchased up to a maximum $500,000 for employees
• Spousal coverage up to the employee amount
• Dependent coverage up to $10,000

Flexible Spending Accounts through BCC:

• Utilizes a debit card as a form of payment
• Health Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $2,850
• Dependent Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $5,000

Deferred Compensation - 457 and Roth IRA through Mission Square:

• 457 - Maximum annual pre/post-taxed amount is $22,500 for 2023; over age 50 may contribute an additional $7,500.
• Roth IRA - Maximum post-taxed amount is $6,500; over age 50 may contribute an additional $1,000

Hyatt Legal

• Telephone and office consultations are avialable for an unlimited number fo personal legal matters with an attorney of your choice.

GotZoom Student Loan Relief

• Provides a no-obligation benefit analysis for federal student loans to identify, maximize and enroll employees into Federal Loan Repayment and Forgiveness Programs.

ScholarShare 529

• An easy to manage plan that helps make the most of your or a designated beneficiary's college savings with tax benefits.

Leave Benefits
Vacation:
All accruals are based on 80 hours in a paid status

1 - 5 years: 3.58 hours

6 - 10 years: 5.12 hours

11 - 15 years: 6.65 hours

16 + years: 8.19 hours
Maximum accrual:

• 360 hours for those hired before 7/1/95
• 300 hours for those hired 7/1/95 or after

Holidays:

• New Years' Day
• Martin Luther King Jr Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Friday after Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• 48 hours Floating Holidays per fiscal year
• Supervisory exempt employees receive 50 hours of Executive leave per fiscal year

Sick Leave:

• 12 days per year

Max accrual: Unlimited
Annual Sick Leave Pay Off:

Each calendar year an employee may elect to receive a 50% payment in lieu of sick leave provided such employee has used 32 hours or less of sick leave during the calendar year.
Sick Leave Pay Off at Separation:

• Sick leave paid out depends on years of service and whether an employee retires or terminates

Bereavement Leave:

• Three days for death of employee's immediate family member
• Two additional days may be charged to sick leave upon approval

Tuition Reimbursement

Up to $2,000 per fiscal year.
Bilingual and Notary Pay

• Bilingual: $1.73 per hour for eligible employees
• Notary: $.58 per hour for eligible employees

Safety Shoes
The City will provide reimbursement up to $150 towards the purchase price of safety shoes to employees who are required to wear such shoes on the job.

Term of Compensation Plan

Approved July 1, 2022
This is a summary of available benefits. It is not intended to provide full details of all programs. The appropriate Memorandum of Understanding, Compensation Plan and/or Benefit Plan Documents will govern any discrepancies and provide program specifics.
01

What is the highest level of education you have attained?

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• None of the above

02

If you possess a Bachelor's of Master's degree, please indicate the concentration/area of study.
03

Please list the employer(s) where your 3+ years of professional work experience working in climate sciences, coastal planning and adaptation, habitat restoration or coastal engineering was gained. List the employer name, your position title and the dates of employment.
04

How has your previous administrative experience supported environmental or public agency projects, particularly those related to coastal, environmental, or infrastructure management? Please indicate the number of years of experience in this area.
05

Can you describe a time when you took initiative to improve a process or workflow within an office supporting environmental planning, climate and sustainability or coastal management projects? What was the outcome?
06

What strategies do you use to stay organized and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced office environment that involves coordination with technical staff, public agencies, and community stakeholders?
07

Please select the areas you have direct experience in.

• Public procurement process
• Community engagement
• Public communication experience such as social media, newsletters, etc
• Project planning implementation
• Budget development
• Grant administration
• Experience working with the California Coastal Act, CEQA/NEPA
• None of the above

08

Please indicate the number of year of experience you possess in the above selected areas. List the employers where experience was gained.
09

How would you rate your knowledge of climate adaptation and resilience strategies, including sea level rise planning and flood risk reduction?

• Basic
• Intermediate
• Advanced
• None

10

CERTIFICATE OF APPLICANT: I certify that all statements and information provided in this application and any attachments are true, and I understand that any false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts may forfeit my right to employment considerations by the City of Oceanside.

• Yes
• No

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