Special Projects Assistant

Salt Lake City Corporation

1d•$23 - $31

About The Position

We are looking for a Special Projects Assistant to support our Youth and Family team. About the Position: This position will conduct research and data collection and provide technical support to department leadership to advance administrative projects and initiatives for our Youth and Family team. In addition, this position will analyze information, prepare reports, and formulate actionable recommendations. Position Salary Range – N21 - $22.93/hr. to $31.29/hr. Use our total compensation calculator to see your earning potential in this role! This position is eligible for full city benefits, including: Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city) Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Paid vacation and personal leave Six to twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k) A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services Learn more about our benefits here: https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/. Relevant Experience Counts Toward Your Leave! Salt Lake City values the professional experience you bring. Eligible new hires in full-time, benefit-eligible non-represented positions may receive leave accrual credit for prior full-time, benefit-eligible work that is directly related to this role or earned within a comparable public career service system. If selected, details about your credited leave time will be included in your offer. IMPORTANT: Early application submittal is encouraged. First review of applications will begin on Monday, December 29, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. (MST). This position will remain open until it is filled and may close at any time without notice.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Business Administration or a closely related field or four (4) years paid professional experience including any combination of research, statistical analysis, project and legislative review, policy development, and related activities.
Knowledge of effective project management, statistical analysis, and research methods and principles.
Ability to prepare and present project details using complex spreadsheet analysis, graphic presentations and technical reports to Division Managers, City Council, and general public.
Knowledge of government operations, processes, and public policy analysis.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups and people, including elected officials, department officials, staff, and community representatives.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with initiative, self-reliance, and dependability.
May require valid driver's license or driving privilege card.

Nice To Haves

Preference may be given to candidates with public sector experience.

Responsibilities

Conducts research on assigned issues, performs analysis, and assesses legislative, fiscal, and political impacts of public policy issues.
Develops models or scenarios to simulate economic, land use or legislative impacts.
Articulates and generates decision paths, and prepares formal written findings and recommendation for consideration and action by department/division administration.
Facilitates meetings with city departments, diverse groups from the community, other governmental agencies, and consultants to obtain further insight and information necessary to negotiate a balanced resolution to issues and achieve established project goals/objectives.
Explores and develops creative concepts, ideas, plans, or processes to address project issues.
Develops project parameters such as: project resources; time frames; funding options and budget requirements; staffing needs; and, methods, procedures and schedules for project implementation.
Drives project progress to ensure tasks and applications follow agreed upon decision path and time frames.
Keeps current on evolving public policy trends and industry benchmarks.
Develops and monitors program and special project activities.
Provides regular updates and reports to department and division management.
May assist with monitoring compliance with contracts.
May represent the department/division at community meetings, workshops, business, and other government meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.