Salary : $110,136.00 - $141,972.00 Annually Location : Monterey, CA Job Type: Full-Time 1 Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 2024-12-18 Department: Office of Chief Executive Officer Opening Date: 12/18/2024 Closing Date: 1/15/2025 11:59 PM Pacific Description Central Coast Community Energy (3CE) is seeking an experienced Principal Management Analyst to join our team Apply immediately as this recruitment may close once a sufficient number of applications are received. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will display excellent leadership skills and the ability to navigate complex business environments. This role will involve collaboration across departments, management of key projects, and facilitation of communication between the executive team, departments, and stakeholders. The Principal Management Analyst serves as a Special Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and will lead and implement executive initiatives, coordinate strategic planning and communication as well as cross-functional initiatives to ensure the successful implementation of the CEO's vision. The position will track key initiative progress while leading and executing special projects. This position will provide regular information and deliverables to help the CEO focus on high-impact tasks that align with strategic goals. This includes strategically assessing and framing ideas/concepts, helping to prioritize and execute, facilitating change, organizing and prioritizing critical issues and required information to facilitate efficient decision-making as well as supporting reporting and analyses. About the Position Under administrative direction, provides complex and highly responsible administrative support to the CEO; performs varied professional level administrative and research work connected with the management and improvement of agency operations; plans, coordinates and participates in various program and administrative operations and activities having a agency-wide impact; and performs related work as required. About Us Central Coast Community Energy (3CE) is a Community Choice Aggregation agency established by local communities to source clean and renewable electricity for customers in Monterey, San Benito, Santa Cruz, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Barbara counties. 3CE's board of directors represents local city and county governments throughout the Central Coast. 3CE is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions through local control of utility-scale renewable electricity generation provided at competitive rates and the implementation of innovative energy programs that facilitate the electrification of transportation and built environments. 3CE promotes long-term electric rate stability and energy security while reducing reliance on fossil fuels and stimulating the local economy. 3CE is dedicated to serving the unique needs of our diverse community and achieving economic and environmental benefits through the advancement of renewable energy. Example of Duties Proven track record of managing complex projects and driving strategic initiatives. Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize data into actionable insights. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing at all levels of the organization. Strong understanding of energy policies, regulations, and market trends. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. Prepares extensive administrative analyses, studies, and research projects Monitors departmental budget expenditures; Prepares charts, tables and graphs for presentation of data; Serves as a liaison for the department in its contacts with other agency departments, agencies, representatives and private vendors; Makes written or oral presentations of recommendations to the department director or other management staff for review; Performs other related duties that may be reasonably expected as part of this classification. Typical Qualifications Knowledge of: Principles and practices of public administration; Principles of management organization and administrative analysis; Principles, practices, and methods used in the organization and operation of municipal government; Advanced principles and procedures of research, statistics, planning, design, methodology and analysis; Budget preparation and analysis and management audit techniques; Principles and practices of public sector contract administration. Computer proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and database software applications. Principles and practices of supervision. Ability to: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. Ability to conduct productive meetings and present clear, concise and complete written and oral reports; Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals; Ability to perform a wide variety of highly responsible, complex and diverse advanced level professional duties involved in providing administrative, analytical and technical support to the CEO; Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from internal and external customers including Board Members and the general public; Ability to prepare clear and concise technical, administrative and financial reports; Ability to develop innovative ideas; Maintain confidentiality; Ability to work independently and under CEO's direction; Education Bachelor's degree, from an accredited college or university in business, accounting, public administration, or a related field depending on the area of assignment; and, Experience Five (5) years of professional experience in public or business administration, public affairs, or a related field with at least two (2) years in a leadership or Chief of Staff role. LICENSE: Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid California Class "C" Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record is required. Supplemental Information 3CE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS RECRUITMENT AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICANTS. BENEFITS: 3CE offers a competitive benefits structure to its full-time employees. RETIREMENT- Employees contribute 10% of their salary on a pre-tax basis towards the PARS retirement system. Employer contributes 10% towards PARS. HEALTH INSURANCE- 3CE pays $1600.00 towards employee and family medical, dental, and vision. 3CE contributes up to $2400 annually towards flexible spending benefits and $3600.00 towards HRA. HEALTH & WELLNESS- 3CE contributes $1,000 per fiscal year for health, wellness and EV reimbursement. DEFERRED COMPENSATION- 3CE offers 457 deferred compensations. PTO- Accrued in accordance with tenure. 160 hours cap. CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE- This position is eligible for cell phone allowance of $50.00 monthly. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit a completed application, cover letter, and resume via . "See Resume or Attached" responses will not be accepted. Candidates who fail to submit a complete application packet by the filing deadline will not be considered or move forward in the selection process. 3CE is not responsible for the failure of internet forms and/or email transmission in submitting your application packet.Candidates who require special accommodations in any phase of the selection process should notify Alicia Hicks, Director of Human Resources and Administrative Services via email at Central Coast Community Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 3CE offers a range of employee benefits, including but not limited to: 10% Employer Contribution and 10% Employee Contribution to 401(a) Retirement Health Premiums Contribution Flexible Spending Account Employer Contribution to Heath Reimbursement Account Short & Long Term Disability Group Life Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Cell Phone Stipend Paid Family Leave Wage Replacement of 12 Weeks After One Year of Employment. 01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application? Yes No 02 Please describe in detail your work experience managing complex projects, preparing administrative analyses, studies, and research. Please include the number of years in your answer. 03 Please describe your work experience providing written or oral presentations with project recommendations to the Executive Leadership and Management. 04 Please describe your experience with budget preparation. 05 Provide a detailed work example where you have supported leadership in day-to-day operations in meeting strategic goals. Provide the number of years in this role and the job title you held. 06 Please describe your experience serving as a liaison between various department leadership and staff. Describe the duties that were involved and tenure in assignment. 07 Do you have a Bachelor's degree? If so, please upload a copy of your degree in the portal. Yes No 08 3CE offers a hybrid OR 9/80 work option and is open to applicants as set by the CEO. Current remote workdays are scheduled for Monday's and Thursday's . Please acknowledge this statement. Yes No 09 Your application must include your resume and cover letter. If it is not included in your attachments, your application will be disqualified. Please acknowledge that you understand this statement. Yes No 10 I have attached my resume and cover letter to my application under the "Attachments" section. I understand that if I do NOT attach a resume and cover letter to my application, I will not be considered for this vacancy. Yes No 11 I understand that an incomplete application may lead to disqualification from the recruitment process and I have supplied all the applicable information in my application. Examples of incomplete/inaccurate information leading to disqualification include, but are not limited to: noting incorrect department, leaving dates of employment blank, leaving reason for leaving employment blank, leaving duties blank or noting "see resume", etc. Yes No Required Question