Senior Policy Analyst (Policy and Legislative Services Division)

DHRM•Richmond, VA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) as a Senior Policy Analyst and be at the forefront of shaping policies that impact housing, community development, and economic growth across Virginia. This role guides the creation of policies and regulations to empower communities, promote economic development, and ensure housing solutions meet the needs of the Commonwealth's population. Responsibilities include conducting research, performing analysis, and offering strategic support for effective legislation and regulations. You will collaborate with local and regional governments and legislative bodies to turn innovative ideas into actionable outcomes. You will work closely with the Policy Manager and Policy Director to complete studies, prepare Legislative Action Summaries (LAS), conduct issue analysis, provide technical assistance on local government issues, and guide agency personnel in creating or amending regulations. This role is ideal for someone who can dissect complex issues, translate them into clear solutions, navigate legislative processes, and cultivate relationships with government and private sector partners.

Requirements

Applied knowledge of Virginia state and local government structure and authority and intergovernmental relations.
Applied knowledge of local government, land use, economic development, and fiscal issues.
Applied knowledge of Virginia and federal regulatory and legislative processes.
Strong knowledge of data sources and demonstrated ability to locate and utilize appropriate resources.
Excellent skills in effectively communicating both orally and in writing.
Skilled in identifying issues, analyzing problems, developing solutions, and formulating and articulating findings and recommendations.
Skilled in managing multiple assignments and organizing and prioritizing work.
Demonstrated skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with agency staff, state and local officials, and public interest groups.
Demonstrated experience in the application of policy analysis, program evaluation, or planning/strategic planning methods.
Experience drafting comprehensive and accurate reports, summaries, briefing papers, position statements, and memoranda.
Experience in researching, analyzing, and interpreting federal and state laws and regulations and monitoring proposed changes.
Substantial experience in collecting, compiling, and accurately analyzing data.
Existing experience in using a PC and a variety of software to input data, produce graphics, and create and manipulate electronic databases.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with local governments and/or local government issues is preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete studies requested by the executive branch or internal DHCD units.
Prepare Legislative Action Summaries (LAS) based on reviewed and amended bills and resolutions and assess the impact of these bills to draft amendments when necessary.
Conduct issue analysis through research and evaluations based on emerging issues, concerns, and division initiatives to formulate findings and recommendations.
Provide technical assistance to local governments, state agencies, and the public on local government issues including boundary change and governmental transition.
Guide agency personnel in creating or amending regulations.