FT - Senior Policy Analyst - City Council

SENIOR POLICY ANALYST - (PUBLIC POLICY FOCUS)

DEPARTMENT: City Council

DIVISION: City Council Staff

PAY: GRADE 175: $94,256.66 to $136,672.15 Annual Salary

FLSA STATUS: Exempt, Non-Merit, Full-Time, Eligible for Benefits

GENERAL PURPOSE OF SENIOR POLICY ANALYST

This position performs a wide variety of analytical and administrative duties for the City Council, participates in assigned meetings, projects, processes, procedures, and programs, and provides information and assistance to the public. The position reports directly to the City Council Executive Director. The role may emphasize land use policy or broader public policy. The Senior Policy Analyst may also be responsible for coordinating and overseeing the Ogden City Youth Council.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Collect, compile, and analyze information from various sources on a variety of specialized topics related to assignments.
• Review administrative proposals, ordinances, or resolutions, and supporting documents, and assist in making any changes as directed by the Council.
• Prepare well-written reports that present relevant analysis and supporting data in a clear and comprehensive manner.
• Conduct research and comprehensive data collection efforts to support analysis.
• Work with Council members to develop and implement Council initiatives.
• Make and justify recommendations if requested by the council or directed by the Executive Director.
• Identify and present alternatives to administrative proposals as requested after including administrative staff in the process.
• Assist in budget analysis and preparation for Council review, including but not limited to department budgets, staffing and personnel changes, capital improvement plans, arts grants, Redevelopment Agency, and Municipal Building Authority budgets.
• Present elements of the budget to the Council as part of the Council's budget review process.
• Participate in special projects, including research of new programs and services.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate programs, policies, and procedures.
• Track legislation in areas of assigned work and update the Council and staff on key changes.
• Participate in assigned administrative support functions.
• Attend a variety of meetings, including City Council, Redevelopment Agency, agenda, Council leadership, and staff meetings, which are mandatory unless excused. Attend other meetings as requested or assigned.
• Assist in the drafting and implementation of City Council policies and procedures.
• Receive and respond to complaints and questions from the public.
• Assist in the preparation of ordinances, resolutions, and other supporting documents.
• Monitor compliance with applicable contractual agreements.
• Interpret and apply Council policies and procedures.
• Participate in tracking legislation in support of various programs assigned for work.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Interpret and apply administrative and departmental policies and procedures.
• Provide basic office coverage when required by answering telephones and greeting the public.
• Participate in safety and risk management activities; take action to reduce liability to the City.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position. Employees are required to work as a team and communicate in person with the public during office hours. Additionally, employees are expected to utilize on-site equipment.
• When necessary, be willing to meet with the press and answer questions about non-confidential issues that the Council is considering.
• Performs other related duties as required/assigned.
• When directed, advise and lead the Ogden City Youth Council. Be a source of enthusiasm to create an engaging environment that encourages youth to become active in civic affairs. Organize activities and projects for the Youth Council throughout the school year. Act as the primary driver of all Youth Council activities, including this, which may require attendance at meetings and activities outside of the city's normal working hours.

Essential Job Functions – Land Use Focus as Needed

• Analyze and prepare reports for the City Council regarding recommendations from the Planning Commission and Landmarks Commission concerning general plan amendments, rezones, zoning ordinance text amendments, master plans, and historic resource designations.
• Advise the City Council on land use planning issues and policies. Track and monitor land use petitions and proposals before submitting them to the council.
• Track and monitor changes in state law pertaining to land use law and procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Finance, Political Science, Urban Planning, or a related field. A master's degree in a related field is preferred.
• At least three years of increasingly responsible analytical and administrative experience, preferably within a municipal planning environment.
• AICP certification is preferred for land use focus.
• An equivalent combination of the above-stated work experience and education is acceptable.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid Utah driver's license within 180 days of hire.
• Employees will be required to complete NIMS IS100 and IS700 within three months of hire.

OGDEN CITY BENEFITS

• Language Pay
• Holidays
• Sick, Vacation, and Comp Time Leave
• Medical and Dental
• EAP- Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Loan Program- Computer, Bike & Exercise equipment loans when available
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

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