Sr. Project Analyst (Los Angeles)

CompanyFederal Reserve Bank of San Francisco

We are the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco — public servants with a mission to advance the nation’s monetary, financial, and payment systems to build a stronger economy for all Americans. As part of the nation’s central bank, we are committed to understanding and serving the vibrant, expansive communities of the Twelfth District, which covers the nine western states of the U.S. That means we seek and appreciate new perspectives and build opportunities to learn and grow. At the SF Fed, we approach our work with integrity and a commitment to service.

Sr. Project Analyst – Workplace Experience - Culinary, Logistics + Print

The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco is seeking a Sr. Project Analyst to support a multi-faceted portfolio of projects, programs, and operational functions and cross-functional support within Workplace Experience + Law Enforcement with a key focus on Culinary, Logistics + Print (CLP).

A successful candidate demonstrates strong communication skills, excellent organizational planning, initiative, flexibility, and problem‑solving capabilities. The ideal individual proactively identifies opportunities, adapts to shifting priorities, and consistently produces high‑quality deliverables with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities

Project & Program Support

• Lead and support assigned projects and workstreams by developing and updating project plans, tracking milestones, managing communication plans, and providing timely status updates to leadership.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure activities meet established business unit standards, escalate risks or issues appropriately, and deliver all work on schedule.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project and program management processes, offering recommendations and implementing enhancements as needed.

Financial & Data Analysis Support

• Collect, analyze, and interpret business unit or project data to support decision‑making and operational efficiency.
• Manage analytical tasks related to financials, operational data, and performance metrics.
• Support budget activities such as monitoring contracts and expenses, preparing financial documentation, generating reports, and offering data‑backed recommendations to support budgeting decisions.
• Assist in developing, interpreting, and implementing financial concepts and strategies for effective financial planning and control, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance standards.
• Conduct monthly health and safety inspections, analyze data for key performance indicator reporting, and accurately score and input results into tracking tools for monthly leadership review.

Vendor & Contract Management

• Provide onsite relationship management for food services vendor including addressing challenges promptly, sharing feedback and issues from employees and leadership, and ensuring prompt response to agreed-upon actions.
• Coordinate vendor screening, access, and approvals for Culinary, Logistics, and Print, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and security practices.
• Support procurement activities, including coordinating RFPs and contract requisitions, and contributing financial insights into budget‑related decisions.

Groupwide Analyst & Event Support

• Provide business analyst support for Group initiatives, collaborating with analysts across business lines and offering backup support for key functions as needed.
• Support senior event producers, including coordination and logistical assistance for LA‑based Workplace Experience events.

Operational & Logistics Support

• Coordinate, track, and schedule maintenance and repair of specialized kitchen and logistics equipment.

• Provide oversight to administrative support including addressing and trouble-shooting complex issues with package processing and smart locker systems.

• Assist with general administrative, operational, or analytical tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of project management tools, methods, and best practices (e.g., PMBOK).
• Minimum of 2–3 years of project support or project management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, communication, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Understanding of budget principles and methodologies, including the ability to analyze financial performance and support procurement processes.
• Experience with Tableau preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint, and Project.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated flexibility, ability to adapt to shifting priorities, and capacity to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Strong initiative, time management, organizational planning, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong capabilities in data analytics including; analyzing and synthesizing data to solve business problems and identify efficiencies in processes.
• This position requires up to 15% travel

Base Salary Range: Min: $75,300 - Mid: $97,600 - Max: $120,100 (Location: Los Angeles)

Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographic and other market data.

Benefits:

We offer a wonderful benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account, Backup Child Care Program, Pre-Tax Day Care Flexible Spending Account, Paid Family Care Leave, Vacation Days, Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Pet Insurance, Matching 401(k), and Retirement/Pension.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

The SF Fed is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full Time / Part TimeFull time

Regular / TemporaryRegular

Job Exempt (Yes / No)No

Job CategoryProject/Product Management Family Group

Work ShiftFirst (United States of America)

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