CITY OF LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
The Chief Legislative Analyst (CLA) functions as an independent, nonpartisan professional analyst and chief advisor to the 15-member City Council to insure the cost effective implementation of city legislation, policy and initiatives for the nation’s second largest city. The CLA administers an operational budget of approx. $4 million and leads an office of 50 dedicated analysts and support staff. The position’s function extends well beyond budgetary research and analysis; the CLA is in partnership with the Council to objectively assist them with the successful achievement of their legislative goals, resolution of conflict and helping them to function more effectively and responsively as a deliberative body. Additionally, the CLA serves as a critical player in the City’s Economic Development Program, initiating major financing and capital improvement enterprises on behalf of the City.
The ideal candidate will be a strong, confident senior manager with at lease 15 years of executive-level experience in a municipality or governmental organization of significant size, diversity and complexity with a demonstrated ability to impartially serve elected/appointed public officials and staff. High level competence in analysis, budget, legislative policy and public sector finance is essential. He/She must be able to demonstrate the ability to build and sustain effective working relationships with the City Council, staff, the Mayor, the City’s Executive Offices and community stakeholders based upon the values of integrity, trust, candor and a steadfast commitment to good government policy. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required and Graduate Degree highly desirable. Previous experience working in or with the City of Los Angeles at an Executive level is desirable. Minimum executive level experience does not apply to internal City of Los Angeles candidates.
Salary range for the position is $181,177 - $286,724 and the City provides a comprehensive and highly competitive Executive Benefits Package. To be considered for this extraordinary career opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter stating why you believe you are a good fit for this position to: Clark Wurzberger, The Mercer Group, Inc., P.O. Box 546, Weimar, CA 95736. Telephone: 530.637.4559; Fax: 530.637.1048; email; cwurzberger@excite.com no later than June 13, 2005. Please see a descriptive brochure at www.mercergroupinc.com . City website is: www.lacity.org The City of Los Angeles is committed to workforce diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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