Department Policy Analyst

Jefferson County CO • Golden, CO

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY: The Department Policy Analyst is responsible for research, analysis, and articulating Federal and State regulations and policy as they relate to existing or potential departmental programs. Through the strategic use of data, research, information and partnerships, this position will support the decision-making and strategic direction of the Department Director and Division Directors.

SCHEDULE: This position operates on a hybrid schedule working Monday- Friday , 40 hour s per week.

COMPENSATION: Hiring Range: $85, 000 -$9 5 , 000 USD Annually Total Base Pay Range: 69,405.42 - 90,227.05 - 111,048.67 USD Annual Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.

BENEFITS: Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires ; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; remote work options; and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary .

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 5 years work related experience
• Education: Bachelors Degree
• Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in complex policy research and data analysis .
• Experience analyzing and writing public policy .
• Experience working with elected officials .
• Ability to explain a variety of policies to diverse audiences .
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Graduate-level studies in public policy, communication, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Consults and collaborates with executive leadership, subject matter experts, stakeholders, and others to develop strategic policy strategies to advance policy priorities .
• Recommends accurate and timely strategies and policy initiatives to leadership, based on data and high-quality analysis to support decision making and programmatic decisions.
• Seeks and actively participates in Federal, State, County, and community organization committees and workgroups that build collaborative partnerships.
• Advocates for changes and/or improvements to programs and/or policies that align with the Department’s goals.
• Tracks and responds to ongoing legislation during the legislative session, identifies emerging issues or concerns, and recommends solutions.
• Coordinates with elected officials and county lobbyists on proposed bills and legislation.
• Analyzes, monitors , and interprets the financial impact of new state and federal proposed legislation or policy changes and provides Department financial information for inclusion in legislative fiscal notes.
• Composes correspondence, talking points, and position papers on relevant topics which may be used to advocate for policy changes and to testify at various state or federal hearings, and inform the public of potential impacts.
• Recommends data-driven, innovative, outcome-based solutions to improve program performance, program initiatives, innovations and outcomes that support and align with the Department’s priorities.
• Prepares materials for presentation to the Board of County Commissioners, County Manager, and other internal and external partners.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires
• retirement matching
• wellness programs
• tuition reimbursement
• flexible schedules
• remote work options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees