Management Policy Analyst II

Fulton County•Sheriff'S Office/Jail/Courts, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Fulton County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Management Policy Analyst II, specifically a Talent Acquisition & Background Investigations Specialist. This role is crucial for bridging the Human Resources Division with the Background & Recruiting Units. The Specialist will be responsible for attracting, evaluating, and hiring qualified sworn and professional personnel. The position requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic sourcing, investigative skills, and candidate experience management to oversee the full recruitment and onboarding lifecycle. Key duties include identifying top talent, conducting thorough background investigations, coordinating hiring processes, and ensuring adherence to all legal, ethical, and departmental standards.

Requirements

Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS), HRIS platforms, and digital case management tools.
Strong ability to conduct online research, digital investigations, and data verification.
Skilled in using spreadsheets, databases, and reporting tools to track candidate progress and metrics.
Familiarity with digital communication platforms, virtual interviewing tools, and workflow automation.
Ability to interpret and apply legal guidelines related to hiring, background checks, and personnel management.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3+ years experience in recruiting, background investigations, law enforcement support, or HR operations.
Strong interviewing, analytical, and investigative skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism.
Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
All applicants must agree to and successfully pass a background investigation, drug screening and polygraph to be considered for employment with the Fulton County Sheriff's Office.
Application must document that the applicant possesses the minimum knowledge, skills, education and experience as listed to be rated as qualified.
If selected, an official, accredited college transcript is required, at time of employment, for all degrees/course work used to qualify for this position.
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL BEFORE THEY ARE SUBMITTED.
PLEASE REVIEW ALL APPLICATIONS FOR ACCURACY AND MAKE ALL CORRECTIONS BEFORE SUBMITTAL BECAUSE ERRORS CAN RESULT IN NOT MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a law enforcement, military, or public-safety agency.
Certification in HR (PHR, SHRM-CP) or investigations (e.g., background investigator training).
Familiarity with civil service rules, POST requirements, or sworn hiring processes.
Experience conducting sensitive or complex investigations.

Responsibilities

Identify, engage, and cultivate relationships with high-quality candidates for sworn and professional roles through proactive sourcing strategies.
Utilize advanced search tools, applicant tracking systems (ATS), social platforms, and data-driven methods to build diverse talent pipelines.
Conduct targeted outreach to passive candidates, specialized communities, academic institutions, military organizations, and professional networks.
Analyze workforce trends and staffing needs to anticipate recruitment priorities.
Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, from job posting to conditional offer.
Screen applicants for minimum qualifications, job fit, and alignment with agency values.
Conduct structured interviews, coordinate panel interviews, and support hiring managers with evaluation tools.
Maintain consistent communication with candidates to ensure a positive and transparent experience.
Collaborate with HR and Recruiting Units to refine job descriptions, hiring criteria, and selection processes.
Conduct thorough background investigations for sworn and professional applicants, including employment verification, criminal history checks, financial/credit reviews, reference interviews, social media and digital footprint assessments, and neighborhood canvassing (if applicable).
Prepare detailed investigative reports summarizing findings and suitability recommendations.
Ensure all investigative activities comply with federal, state, and local laws, including FCRA, EEOC, and agency-specific standards.
Coordinate with polygraph examiners, psychological evaluators, and medical screening personnel as required.
Facilitate onboarding for new hires, ensuring all documentation, clearances, and training requirements are completed.
Coordinate with HR, Training, and Command Staff to schedule academy dates, orientation, equipment issuance, and system access.
Maintain accurate and secure personnel records in compliance with retention and confidentiality requirements.
Support continuous improvement of onboarding workflows to enhance efficiency and candidate readiness.
Serve as a liaison between HR, Recruiting, Background Investigations, and operational units.
Participate in workforce planning meetings, recruitment events, and community outreach initiatives.
Provide data, metrics, and insights to leadership regarding hiring trends, candidate quality, and process bottlenecks.
Assist in developing recruitment strategies, marketing materials, and process documentation.
Conducts operational research, productivity analyses and management studies to assist in the management of departmental operations, programs, and services.
Compiles and/or monitors various administrative and statistical data pertaining to divisional operations.
Researches information pertinent to task or project.
Analyzes data and identifies trends.
Prepares or generates reports.
Makes recommendations for changes in policies and procedures to improve operations, provide more responsive service, and/or optimize the use of resources.
Develops recommendations for changes in departmental policies and procedures.
Provides technical assistance and information to management to aide decision making.
Performs financial reviews and analyses for the department.
Compiles and evaluates operational data and cost histories.
Monitors and reviews billing activities, expenditures, and financial reports.
Conducts detailed cost analysis.
Makes recommendations to improve cost and operational effectiveness.
Participates in budget development.
Coordinates routine projects for the department, conducted either in-house or via third party contractors, including management studies and various professional services.
Assists in defining the scope of the project.
Formulates solutions and recommends problem resolution.
Facilitates implementation of the project.
Provides administrative support to the project as needed.
Assists division managers with strategic and long-range planning for departmental operations.
Keeps managers apprised of developments at the state and federal level that impact the department.
Monitors pending legislation for impact on operations.
Oversees compliance with new legislation.
Administers grants for various state and federally funded programs.
Compiles and submits grant applications.
Researches funding sources and program opportunities.
Assists departments with grant activities.
Monitors and ensures compliance with all requirements for awarded grants.
Responds to complaints and questions related to county or department operations, activities, or other issues.
Provides information, researches problems, and initiates problem resolution.
Works with supervisors and managers to ensure effective coordination and cooperation across units.
Represents the director and department at various meetings, functions, and events.
Serves as a liaison to various civic or governmental organizations and committees, task forces, boards, and commissions.
Confers regularly with officials from the state, authorities, and commissions.
Provides information about departmental operations.
Participates in discussions and decisions.
Keeps the director apprised of activities.
Performs other related duties as required.