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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Staff Analyst (Data Analytics) - **Company:** Orange County Sanitation District - **Location:** Fountain Valley, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $117,021.0 - $142,168.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics Applications, Software Applications, Big Data, Microsoft Outlook, Data Integrity, Database Applications, Microsoft PowerPoint, Primavera, Program Analysis, Power BI, Data Analytics - **Published:** June 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d1d077bbd43c86e5 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Research?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, Required: * Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education, with major coursework in business or public administration, or a related field; * Three (3) years of increasingly responsible work experience in performing research, analysis, and budgetary duties. Desired: * Prior experience within a public agency. * Strong analytical skills, experience working with large complex datasets. * Strong computer skills including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Power BI, database applications such as PM Web and Primavera P6. * Experience in project/program management, research and report preparation. * Experience carrying out projects with minimal direction; and applying critical thinking and analysis to a broad range of situations. * Strong organizational and communication skills. * The ability to effectively interact and collaborate closely with District staff, departments, and other agencies., * Mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; this is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required; occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information; ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 35 pounds. * Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen. * Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. ## Description Under direction, performs a variety of complex analytical and administrative duties in support of assigned function or operations including budget and financial analysis, management and program analysis, project management, and contract administration; conducts investigative research, compiles and analyzes data from various sources, and makes appropriate recommendations based on analysis; prepares various reports to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations; and performs duties as assigned., Specifically, this Senior Staff Analyst will utilize analytical tools to monitor engineering project performance, budgets, and schedules. This position will work with complex datasets to identify trends and improve performance. Through data analytics this Senior Staff Analyst will compile financial data, develop and prepare reports, reconcile data discrepancies from multiple systems, and ensure data integrity., * Office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. * Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS All OC San employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the OC San requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. OTHER REQUIREMENTS * Probationary Period: All OC San employees, except classifications considered "at-will", are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, policies, and/or resolutions. Employees who have not yet successfully completed their initial probationary period serve "at-will" and may be released from employment without cause or recourse to any appeal or grievance procedures. * Pre-Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of OC San's preemployment process, which includes a background investigation, a physical examination, and a drug screen. * Work Location Assignment: Employees will be assigned to a work location based on business needs which may be located at any/all of OC San locations; this work location may be changed at any time. OTHER INFORMATION For the full range of duties, responsibilities, and essential job functions please review the Classification Specification for this position found on our website. Applicants must clearly demonstrate, through their application materials, that they meet the minimum requirements as outlined in the job announcement and class specification to receive further consideration. However, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an interview. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. False statements may be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligible list, or discharge from employment. All statements made on applications are subject to investigation and verification. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of OC San's pre-employment process, which includes a background investigation and a physical examination. For some positions, this may include a drug screen. False statements may be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligible list, or discharge from employment. All statements made on applications are subject to investigation and verification. Reference Checks will be conducted by OC San to verify employment related information for all potential employees once a contingent job offer is made during the background investigation process. This is done to ensure that individuals who join OC San are well qualified and have a strong potential to be successful in their employment. The extent of the inquiry will depend on the position being applied for, but will at least include: Verification/Reference from current and past employers Confirmation of necessary licenses, certificates, and degrees. Please have all necessary documentation ready. Additional inquiries may be necessary depending on the position for which you are applying. Human Resources will also schedule a post-offer physical examination once a job offer has been made. OC San only accepts applications submitted via our online application system. Applications submitted via mail, fax or email will not be accepted. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. Vacation leave; eleven paid holidays and one floating holiday; sick leave; administrative leave; group life insurance; group disability insurance; group health insurance (employee contribution required), dependent coverage available, including medical, dental, and vision; a retirement* plan (Orange County Employees Retirement System) and the option of participating in a deferred compensation plan as well as other optional benefits. A credit union is available. Telecommuting (up to two days) depending on nature of the work, business need, and management approval. Benefits are subject to the Board of Directors' periodic determination (usually annually) and the meet and confer process, and are therefore subject to change. OC San makes a generous contribution toward the cost of these benefits. * New employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 will be subject to the retirement benefit formula and provisions set forth by the California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). ## Related Videos - [Beyond Gut Feelings: The Rise of Data-Driven HR](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1326-beyond-gut-feelings-the-rise-of-data-driven-hr) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Data Analytics with Microsoft Fabric: End-to-End Use Case with Data Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1547-data-analytics-with-microsoft-fabric-end-to-end-use-case-with-data-agents) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [REST, GraphQL, gRPC, and more: A comparison of modern API styles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100247-rest-graphql-grpc-and-more-a-comparison-of-modern-api-styles) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Analyst Salary in Switzerland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/276-data-analyst-salary-in-switzerland) - [Data Analyst Salary Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/277-data-analyst-salary-germany) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Data Analyst Salary Austria](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/275-data-analyst-salary-austria)