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Executives in water agencies make many important decisions about issues that concern large populations. These issues includes the rates charged to consumers for water, water supply planning, the impact of legislation on their business, and changes in water chemistry that might affect the public's health. Administrative analysts analyze the mountain of information about these issues and understand many different fields. They analyze a problem from many different angles before making a recommendation. Administrative analysts:
- gather and evaluate information about the many sides of a complex problem;
- review, analyze, and suggest improvements that can make systems and procedures more efficient and effective;
- prepare reports and procedure manuals to explain issues and solutions to others.
| Education: |
Four-year or graduate degree in political science, planning, public administration, or communication. |
| Certificates, licenses: |
No |
| Desirable traits and skills: |
Excellent critical thinking; good listening skills; open-mindedness; excellent written and communication skills; able to interpret complex information. | |
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