Policy Analyst (Management Analyst II)

DeKalb County•Decatur, GA

About The Position

The Policy Analyst (Management Analyst II) is located in the Policy Division of the Human Resources & Merit Department and provides professional support to the Human Resources Policy Division. The role coordinates special projects and conducts research and analysis related to departmental functions and operations. It also supports management decision-making through operational, productivity, financial, and cost analyses; reports and recommendations; and technical assistance. The position focuses on strengthening partnerships between Human Resources and County departments. It works with department leaders and HR staff to understand workforce needs, identify challenges, and develop practical solutions. Key areas include workforce and succession planning, policy improvement, employee engagement, and strategic projects that support departmental operations. The role calls for a proactive, analytical approach and direct engagement with department leaders, using communication, relationship-building, and project management skills to put ideas into action, track progress, and measure outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, a field related to the assigned operation, or equivalent technical experience and certification.
Three years of experience in the area of assignment, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Strong communication, relationship-building, and project management skills.
Ability to work directly with department leaders and turn ideas into action, track progress, and measure outcomes.
No specific license or certification is required.

Nice To Haves

Proactive and analytical approach.
Experience or ability in workforce and succession planning, policy improvement, employee engagement, or strategic projects supporting departmental operations.

Responsibilities

Conduct operational research, productivity analyses, and management studies to support departmental operations, programs, and services.
Compile and monitor administrative and statistical data; research project information; analyze data and trends; prepare reports; recommend policy and procedural changes; and provide technical information to management.
Perform financial reviews and analyses, evaluate operational data and cost histories, monitor billing and expenditures, review financial reports, conduct cost analyses, recommend improvements, and participate in budget development.
Coordinate departmental projects, including management studies and professional services; help define project scope, formulate solutions, facilitate implementation, and provide administrative support.
Coordinate the department’s participation in major County-wide projects.
Assist division managers with strategic and long-range planning; monitor state and federal developments and pending legislation; and oversee compliance with new legislation.
Administer grants for state- and federally funded programs, including researching funding opportunities, preparing applications, assisting departments, and monitoring compliance with award requirements.
Respond to complaints and questions about County or department operations, provide information, research problems, initiate resolution, and coordinate with supervisors and managers across units.
Represent the director and department at meetings and events; serve as a liaison to civic and governmental organizations, committees, task forces, boards, and commissions; confer with state officials and authorities; share information and participate in discussions; and keep the director apprised of activities.
Work with department leaders and HR staff to understand workforce needs, identify challenges, develop practical solutions, and advance workforce and succession planning, policy improvement, employee engagement, and strategic projects.
Track project progress and measure outcomes to help departments address workforce needs and improve operations.