Departmental Analyst – Shift

Position Information

Shift work:
Library branches may be open various days and hours of the week, including evenings and weekends.

• Performance Exam: qualified candidates will be notified at least five days prior to the examination.
• Examination Format:
  The Performance Exam (Weight 100%) evaluates skills in information analysis and written communication and may be administered on a computer.
• Alternate Appraisal:
  If there are insufficient candidates for a performance exam, the Human Resources Division may conduct an appraisal of application materials, weighted at 100%.
• Score Requirement:
  Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties.

• Experience includes reading and interpreting legislation and regulations, conducting research, budget preparation, managing projects, preparing grant proposals, and negotiating contracts.
• Applicants must attach a copy of their degree or transcripts verifying the conferral of their Bachelor’s degree or completion of their education.

• Admittance to the examination requires valid government‑issued photographic identification. Applicants unable to present proper identification must arrange with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.
• Background check may be conducted for this classification.
• Post‑offer medical and drug screening tests may be required at County expense.
• Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve months, unless otherwise specified by the Civil Service Commission.

Kern County employees provide purposeful opportunities to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county. Kern County encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Kern County is an ADA compliant, equal‑opportunity employer.

• Medical/Dental/Vision – Five affordable medical options (Kern Legacy Health Plans, Kaiser Permanente). Two dental plans (Liberty Dental PPO or HMO). Vision coverage via Vision Service Plan (VSP).
• Retirement – Kern County Employees’ Retirement Association (KCERA) 401(a) defined benefit plan;
  Section 457 supplemental plan.
• Social Security and Medicare – County withholds 6.2% for Social Security (FICA1) and 1.45% for Medicare (FICA2) from employee payroll;
  County matches these contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available.