Project/Program Manager PPM III - Policy Analyst
- Summary
- The Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) values diverse perspectives and life experiences. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans and those with lived experience.The Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) provides equitable opportunities for people to be healthy, happy, self-reliant and connected to community.The Adult Service Division Policy Analyst will support the division's policy work. This position reports directly to the Division Director and is responsible for conducting public policy and fiscal analysis for the division at the direction of division leadership.The Division is looking for candidates who have a thorough knowledge of the legislative process, creative and intellectually curious, strong analytical, problem solving, writing and communication skills.Who May Apply: The Department of Community and Human Services values diverse perspectives and life experiences. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with lived experiences.
Required Materials: Candidates who wish to be considered for this position must submit an online King County application and respond to the supplemental questions. Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the requested and relevant information in the online application and supplemental questionnaire. Applications and/or supplemental questionnaires that state, "see my resume" are considered incomplete and will not be considered to be competitive.
Work Schedule: This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, and is not eligible for overtime. Typical hours are Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm.
Recruiter: Annette.Coleman@kingcounty.gov - Job Duties
The successful candidates will demonstrate skills and abilities to:
•Conduct objective qualitative and quantitative analysis of legislation, plans and proposals in order to identify intent, anticipated direct and indirect results, and alternatives. Work with program staff to identify issues, impacts and risks.
•Prepare documents, reports and briefings in a clear, concise, logical and objective manner, both orally and in writing - summarizing and clearly articulating analytic findings, issues and alternatives for division leadership.
•Provide advice and counsel on complex subject-specific matter involving strategic direction, policy, organizational, and operational issues.
•Work with communications staff to prepare policy fact sheets, timelines, and other handouts for use by DCHS in educating policymakers and community partners.
•Research and develop new ideas or legislative proposals based on policy direction.
•Other duties as assigned.- Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
3-4 years' experience working on state, federal and/or local legislative policy, including budget analysis, bill drafting and constituent communications
3-4 years' experience and demonstrated knowledge of policy development and analysis on issues related to behavioral health, developmental disabilities, affordable housing, and other related human services
Demonstrated experience applying equity and social justice principles and practices, and understanding of the effects of place, race and policy & systems-based inequities on marginalized communities and populations
Demonstrated skill in effectively communicating complex information, orally and in writing
Demonstrated skill in project management techniques
Demonstrated success in managing a number of projects or tasks simultaneously
Demonstrated experience working effectively in a fast-paced, politically sensitive environment
Demonstrated ability to contribute to a respectful workplace that values the contributions and backgrounds of diverse individuals with varying opinions
Financial analysis skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member
Desired Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills
Demonstrated experience developing high-profile policy documents for a legislative audience
Knowledge of DCHS policy development process
Knowledge of local and national resources for collecting applicable policy information
Knowledge of policy issues related to DCHS programs
Demonstrated skill in meeting facilitation and conflict resolution
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 10 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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01Please describe your experience working on state, federal and/or local legislative policy including budget analysis, bill drafting and constituent communications.02Please describe your experience and knowledge related to behavioral health, developmental disabilities, affordable housing, and other related human services issues.03Please describe how you have applied a racial equity lens in your past work to improve policy outcomes for populations impacted by racial disparities.
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