The City of Thousand Oaks has an excellent opportunity for one or more individuals to provide department wide analytical, planning and project level support to advance the infrastructure, energy, utility, water and roadway safety goals of the Public Works Department.  We are seeking a collaborative, self-starter to conduct a variety of responsibilities with competence and professionalism.  The Assistant/Associate Analyst must exercise discretion and independent judgment, be highly organized, have demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, handle issues with sensitivity and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

The Assistant/Associate Analyst will also provide analytic, technical, programmatic and administrative support to a broad range of Public Work divisions and locations, including citywide engineering, capital projects, transportation, water, wastewater, stormwater, sustainability, landscape, fleet and transit.

Highlights of this position include working in a dynamic environment with a great team of public works professionals working toward meaningful City goals that make a real difference in the future of the City of Thousand Oaks. 

Primary responsibilities:   

• Assist with the day-to-day operations, activities, and programs of the Public Works Department
• Help lead in the Department’s Asset Management efforts to manage over $2 Billion in citywide infrastructure, including development of Master Plans
• Provide administrative support to various Public Work divisions and locations
• Provide staff assistance to Public Works management; provide staff support to a variety of committees, prepare and present reports and other correspondence as necessary
• Plan, coordinate, implement, promote and oversee assigned programs and projects for various groups including engineering, sustainability, transit, landscape, streets, water, wastewater, stormwater and fleet
• Assist with the citywide budget process and budget monitoring activities
• Coordinate with other agencies on collaboration, best practices and new initiatives
• Prepare and present technical and staff reports for Department, Council, and other stakeholders
• Conduct transit and transportation related research, studies, and surveys
• Analyze and interpret data to define transit needs (route planning, stop locations, and community needs)
• Conduct operational related research, studies and surveys for energy, water, wastewater, stormwater, landscape, streets, and fleet
• Analyze and interpret data to define operational needs
• Assist in researching, negotiating, and monitoring assigned contracts and agreements with service providers; ensure work complies with contracts and agreements
• Assist in the planning and coordination of projects from start to finish and ensure efficient management of multiple project plans to meet deadlines
• Work independently and as a valuable team player on special projects by organizing, researching and coordinating information and requirements; planning, arranging, and meeting schedules
• Coordinate in the design and implementation of public meetings and events including community outreach
• Organize meeting information, prepare materials, facilitate when required