Management Analyst I - Fire Department

The City of South San Francisco is seeking applicants for the position of Management Analyst I. The current vacancy is in the Fire Department.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, MAY 22, 2026 AT 5:00 PM, OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 100 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST. Apply online: https://www.calopps.org/south-san-francisco/job-20737768

About the South San Francisco Fire Department

The South San Francisco Fire Department provides residents, businesses and visitors with service in fire suppression; emergency medical and ambulance transport; hazardous materials response; urban search and rescue; marine rescue; fire prevention, investigation and public education. The Department operates five (5) fire stations throughout the City, plus and Emergency Operations Center, Live-Fire Training Tower and is comprised of 92 dedicated staff members. The South San Francisco Fire Department currently has a Fire Chief, a Deputy Fire Chief, a Fire Marshal, 4 Battalion Chiefs, an Emergency Medical Services Battalion Chief, an Emergency Services Captain, 15 Fire Captains, 15 Engineers, 39 Paramedic/Firefighters, Deputy Fire Marshal, 2 Safety Inspector II, 2 Safety Inspector I, 2 Safety Inspectors (hourly/contract), 2 Management Analysts, an Administrative Assistant I, an Administrative Assistant, and an Accounting Assistant II.

Position Responsibilities and Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a motivated, analytical professional with a strong foundation in public administration, project coordination, and data analysis. They support departmental goals by conducting research, evaluating programs, and developing practical solutions to administrative and operational challenges. They communicate clearly and effectively, both in writing and verbally, and can prepare reports and presentations for diverse audiences. Organized and detail-oriented, they manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate records while working both independently and collaboratively.

The ideal candidate is team-oriented and works well with other administrative personnel to move department priorities forward. With knowledge of budgeting, program evaluation, and regulatory compliance, the ideal candidate can analyze data, monitor programs, and make sound recommendations. They build positive relationships with staff, stakeholders, and the community, and demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and a strong commitment to public service.

QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

Experience: Six years of progressively more responsible professional, paraprofessional, intern, or related experience in providing a variety of administrative, management, and/or budgetary experience, preferably in a public agency setting.

Training: Equivalent to graduation from high school with supplemental business school or applicable college-level course work. Possession of an Associate Degree from a community college or 60 college units with major coursework in business or public administration, political science, or a closely related field may be substituted with two years of experience described above. Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university is highly desirable and may be substituted for four years of the experience requirement.

Compensation/Benefits

Salary: $111,051 - $134,971 Annually (a 4% cost of living increase is scheduled for July, 2026)

Retirement: CalPERS retirement formula is 2% at age 60 for Classic members or; 2% at age 62 for “new members” as defined by Government Code §7522.04(e). Social Security and Medicare participation and the option to participate in 457 deferred compensation plans. City contributes equivalent of 1.5% of base pay towards a medical after-retirement account, with a $100/month employee contribution.

Health Insurance: City offers a choice of medical HMO (two providers) or PPO plan, and offers vision and dental coverage. City pays 100% of vision and dental premiums for employee and eligible dependents. Employees shall contribute 10% of the HMO premium cost based on category of coverage (single, two, family). For PPO, employee pays cost difference between PPO and HMO plans. City provides 100% City-paid short- and long-term disability insurances. The City offers a discretionary benefit account for employees who demonstrate health coverage elsewhere.

Vacation: Fifteen to thirty working days annual vacation, based on the length of service.

Holidays: Thirteen total paid holidays per year plus one floating holiday.

Programs: 457 Deferred Compensation, Paid Family Leave, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Long-Term Care, Disability and Life Insurance Programs, City Recreation Classes, Reduced-fee Childcare Programs and Commuter Benefit Programs are available. 

Administrative Leave:  Entitled to receive 40 hours of administrative leave annually and are also eligible to receive up to an additional 40 hours of administrative leave per fiscal year. 

Please visit https://www.calopps.org/south-san-francisco/job-20737768 for additional information and application instructions.