Senior Management Analyst

Overview

The City of Lake Forest is accepting applications for the position of Senior Management Analyst within the Management Services Department
. Under the direction of the Deputy City Manager, the Senior Management Analyst will collaborate with executive leadership and departments across the organization to support Citywide priorities through data-driven analysis, strategic planning, project management, and effective communication. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a commitment to contributing to initiatives that support the City’s goals and benefit the community.

Final date to receive applications: Friday, February 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Prompt application encouraged as the position may close at any time.

Tentative Interview

Schedule:

1st round – February 12, 2026; 2nd round – February 19, 2026.

Education/Training/

Experience:

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or a closely related field; and
• Four years of professional experience in administrative and management analysis; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

A Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field is desirable.

The full job description, including working conditions and physical demands, can be found on the City’s website.

To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, please submit an employment application
, and a copy of a formal memorandum, staff report, or other formal document you authored within the last year no later than Friday,
February 6, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

Applications received by the filing date will be reviewed for accuracy, completeness, and job-related qualifications. A limited number of persons whose applications clearly demonstrate they most closely meet the requirements may be invited to participate in the selection process, which may be any combination of written, oral, and/or performance exams.

All persons employed by the City of Lake Forest are designated as "disaster service workers" as defined in the California Government Code sections 3100 and 3101.

The City of Lake Forest provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.