p>Provides administrative support services to the director, deputy, and managers of a department relative to the overall administrative services function for the department; conducts special studies on administrative and operational concerns; provides management advisory services on matters related to budget and fiscal management, grant and contract administration, human resources management, organization, and application of laws, regulations, and procedures to different program areas; participates in program planning and evaluation; and performs other related duties as assigned. Knowledge of: principles and practices of public administration and management including budget and fiscal administration, organization, human resources management, and program analysis; local government organization, functions, and operations; contractual provisions governing public employment; research and analytical methods and techniques; applicable procurement laws; grant administration; report and letter writing; and public speaking.