Deputy Legislative Director

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

6d•$67,314•Onsite

About The Position

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. About the Family & Social Services Administration (FSSA): FSSA was established by the Indiana General Assembly in 1991 to consolidate and better integrate the delivery of human services by state government. FSSA is a health care and social services funding agency. Ninety-four percent of the agency’s total budget is paid to thousands of service providers ranging from major medical centers to a physical therapist working with a child or adult with a developmental disability. The seven care divisions in FSSA administer services to more than 1.5 million Hoosiers. FSSA’s mission is to compassionately serve Hoosiers of all ages and connect them with social services, health care and their communities. Role Overview: The role of Deputy Legislative Director will assist the Director in the execution of FSSA’s Legislative goals and agenda and communicate effectively for the Agency with legislators. You will primarily track the legislative progress of FSSA related bills and amendments, facilitate bill review within the agency, manage vote counts, as well as manage constituent services by providing timely and responsive information to legislators on constituent issues. Legislative engagement may include, but not limited to, testifying in committees, facilitating meetings with legislators on topics related to the agency, and engaging with external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess superior written, verbal communication skills and have extensive knowledge of the Indiana General Assembly and the legislative process.

Requirements

Superior written, verbal communication skills.
Extensive knowledge of the Indiana General Assembly and the legislative process.
Broad knowledge of program research design, data and information collection and analysis or statistical analysis.
Broad knowledge of agency programs and their interaction and overlaps.
Broad knowledge of applicable federal and state programs and statutory requirements as they apply to the agency programs.
Broad knowledge in the areas of policy analysis, organizational analysis, public administration and management, budgeting, and financial management as they apply to public service delivery.
Ability to use standard computer word processing, spreadsheet and database programs as needed for research and statistical analysis.
Ability to analyze problems, to recommend and present alternative solutions.
Ability to communicate effectively.
At least 8 years of experience in business administration, economics, program design, public administration, public policy, statistical analysis, or a related field applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Nice To Haves

A degree is not required.

Responsibilities

Track the legislative progress of FSSA related bills and amendments.
Facilitate bill review within the agency.
Manage vote counts.
Manage constituent services by providing timely and responsive information to legislators on constituent issues.
Testify in committees.
Facilitate meetings with legislators on topics related to the agency.
Engage with external stakeholders.
Research and oversee analysis of the efficiency and effectiveness of existing and proposed programs and policies of the agency.
Make and review recommendations on the potential alternatives to fix the procedural inefficiencies and process duplication among and between programs.
Use process improvement to facilitate the collection and analysis of information to assist management identify and plan business process changes for short and long-term strategic goals.
Review and evaluate new or improved practices for application to agency programs or operations.
Perform analyses of business issues, prepares project reports, and develop proposals to implement changes in program processes and procedure.
Provide recommendations to Agency Leadership regarding multi-dimensional issues impacting program processes and procedure.
Monitor proposed or pending changes in federal programs, laws, rules, regulations, eligibility criteria, etc., in terms of the potential impact on programs, rules, laws, and policies. recommends appropriate response and/or action.

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Robust benefits package
Commitment to work-life balance
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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