Management & Policy Analyst

City of New Haven • New Haven, CT

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About The Position

The City of New Haven is seeking a Management & Policy Analyst for its Fire Department. This mid-level management position conducts research, develops and evaluates programs and projects, analyzes budgets, and provides technical support to City departments that deliver public services. The analyst also undertakes special projects assigned by the Department head or designee and supports City leadership in making policy decisions.

The position is open only to current City of New Haven employees who meet the minimum requirements. It is a General Fund, tested position included in the Local 3144 AFSCME collective bargaining agreement. Employment is contingent on a background check, physical examination that includes drug screening, and a 90-day probationary period. The City does not sponsor employment visas; applicants must already be authorized to work in the United States without employer-sponsored visa support.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social sciences, urban affairs, or public administration, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• One to three years of administrative work experience in research, administration, or planning, or equivalent training and experience.
• Ability to design, develop, and implement City policies, programs, and strategies.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems and work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to organize work efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with City personnel, elected officials, contractors, and members of the public.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and work independently.
• Knowledge of public administration principles and practices, government operational procedures, and budgeting principles and practices.
• In-depth familiarity with personal computers, including word-processing, database, spreadsheet, and project-management applications.
• Must be a current City of New Haven employee who meets the minimum requirements.
• Must have current U.S. work authorization without employer-sponsored visa support.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check, physical examination including drug screening, and a 90-day probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Provide staff and technical support to interdepartmental and other special committees developing or reviewing administrative, financial, and operating procedures and policies.
• Assist in developing budgets for special programs and projects.
• Help public service departments improve the quality and quantity of services delivered to the public.
• Assist public service departments with problem resolution and keeping time-sensitive tasks on schedule.
• Assist with benchmarking, monitoring, and evaluating departmental operations.
• Assist in developing the State of Connecticut legislative agenda and monitor proposed legislation affecting municipalities.
• Prepare detailed analytical reports for department heads, coordinators, and the Mayor to support policy decisions.
• Collect information for reports used by the Department head or designee to evaluate departmental performance.
• Design, develop, and maintain computerized tracking systems for programs and projects administered by the Department head or designee.
• Prepare letters responding to public questions or concerns.
• Conduct research and undertake special-project assignments for the Department head or designee.
• Perform related work as required.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefit plan, including available prescription drug coverage; employees contribute a portion of the premium cost.
• Paid vacation, sick days, personal days, and holidays.
• Term life insurance of $20,000 at no cost to the employee.
• Short-term disability coverage at no cost to the employee.
• Participation in the City Pension, with an employee contribution rate of 10.5% of pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level