Business Analyst

• Administration - Cannabis Program Lead
• This position serves as the primary administrator of the City’s commercial cannabis program, established through municipal code amendments regulating commercial cannabis activities within the City of Modesto. These regulations govern the commercial cultivation, testing, distribution, and sale of medical and adult-use cannabis and cannabis products.
• Key responsibilities include:
• • Managing application, licensing, and renewal processes
• • Monitoring and tracking compliance with municipal code requirements
• • Analyzing program data and preparing reports for City officials and policymakers
• • Serving as the primary point of contact for cannabis businesses, applicants, and community stakeholders
• • Communicating regulatory requirements clearly and professionally
• • Presenting program information and analysis to leadership and oversight bodies
• This role requires strong initiative, excellent analytical capability, and confidence presenting complex regulatory information to diverse audiences.

• Economic Development - Business Support & Community Partnerships
• This position supports the City’s mission to help businesses start, grow, and succeed in Modesto. Working closely with community organizations, business owners, and internal departments, this position helps deliver personalized, hands-on “white glove” support through Modesto’s Business Concierge Team.
• Key areas of focus include:
• • Assisting business owners with permitting and connecting them to City services and resources
• • Analyzing market, demographic, and business climate data to inform economic development strategies
• • Managing and interpreting data
• • Supporting small business incentives, funding programs, and loan initiatives
• • Coordinating with key partners including the Modesto Chamber of Commerce, Stanislaus Latino Chamber of Commerce, and other business organizations
• • Supporting streamlined services
• • Preparing reports, dashboards, and presentations that communicate economic trends and program results
• This role is well-suited for individuals who excel in analytical work and enjoy working directly with business and community partners

• Ideal Candidates for Both Positions
• • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• • Ability to take initiative and independently manage complex assignments
• • Experience transforming data into actionable insights
• • Confidence presenting information to City officials, stakeholders, and community partners
• • Strong communication, customer service, and professional judgment
• • Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external organizations
• These positions offer a meaningful opportunity to advance key City programs and strengthen Modesto’s economic vitality through data-driven insight, strategic program management, and community-focused service.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience and Training Guidelines:
• Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Three years of increasingly responsible experience in business and community development, redevelopment project management, or real estate finance and development.

Training:

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, economics, engineering, or a related field.

License of Certificate:

Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license