Senior Policy Analyst - Board of Commissioner's Office

Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
The Policy Analyst Senior functions as a policy analyst to the Board of Commissioners and the Chief Administrative Officer. Identifies and performs complex analysis providing policy options that advance the county's goals and objectives. Functions as a member of the Chief Administrative Officer's management team. Conducts policy analysis, provides coordination of activities and projects that have a countywide scope and significant community involvement; may plan, organize and direct special task forces and committees involving county departments and members of the community. Performs research and manages major projects and initiatives that are highly visible and of significant interest to the county usually requiring input and coordination among several disciplines, elected officials, departments, agencies, and jurisdictions.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer or designee, who assigns work, provides technical and administrative direction, guidance and performance feedback. May also receive direction from county commissioners.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of positions in this classification.  However, acts as a lead over other positions as assigned.

• Provide high-level support to an individual commissioner ensuring that the commissioner’s administrative and policy needs are met. Responsible to the commissioner for meeting coordination, review of board session documents and contracts ensuring the commissioner’s interests are represented and questions resolved; provides proper documentation, presentation materials, and ensures accurate and timely distribution of information to the commissioner(s).
• Independently write quality communications on behalf of the commissioner, including but not limited to letters, issue briefs, position papers, articles, press releases, newsletters, opinions, legislative testimony, and speeches on a wide range of issues and on subjects that require in-depth research, analysis, and exceptional writing skills.
• Research and respond to constituent calls and emails, coordinate commissioners’ communications with other senior policy analysts and other employees as needed. Work with the commissioners on social media posts and coordinate with others on countywide media issues. Follow county policies and procedures.
• Provide staffing to special task forces, committees, and advisory boards; organize, direct, and prepare comprehensive reports and presentations; provide updates and final reports to the assigned commissioner and may present to the Board of Commissioners and/or the Chief Administrative Officer. Responsible for managing public records requests, writing policies/procedures, grant applications, and organizing and staffing the commissioners’ community off-site board sessions and town hall meetings and presentations.
• Attend commissioner meetings when appropriate; assist in the preparation of materials for the commissioners’ meetings, includes meeting coordination and completing paperwork for board session, management update, work sessions and other commissioner proceedings. Staff special projects and/or events, provide meeting support at community meetings; and may represent the county and participate on external committees.
• Work at various county and community sites.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

1. Bachelor's degree with major coursework in public policy, public administration, business administration or a closely related field; AND
2. Four years of progressively responsible experience in management or policy analysis and development for a governmental organization, including two years in the specific specialty field of the recruitment (i.e. governmental relations, public policy, economic development, housing and community development); OR
3. Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (refer to individual recruitment for specific details) 

• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
• This assignment is not represented by a union.
• This is a full-time position, which is not eligible for overtime.
• Typical Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, days, with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program.  Must be available 24/7 for county emergencies as essential staff and carry out duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration; organization and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of policies, procedures, and public processes and issues; research methods and techniques; performance-based outcomes; county and departmental policies and procedures; municipal government, state statutes, administrative rules and the legislative process.

Ability to investigate and analyze administrative and budgetary problems and develop recommendations; communicate and interact on a professional basis with elected officials, department heads, and county staff; identify issues impacting county policies or positions; interpret and apply complex policies and procedures; coordinate the priorities and activities of elected officials; assist in budget preparation; communicate effectively in both written and oral form; maintain effective relationships with elected and appointed officials, coworkers and the general public from diverse groups and backgrounds. Must be able to work independently and in a team setting.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS
Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.  Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.  Questions about your student loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VISA SPONSORSHIP
Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans’ Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.  Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

• One of the following:
  • MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
  • Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
  • Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

• In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
  • A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
  • Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/

Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation, through Human Resources, in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying.  Please e-mail Human Resources if you wish to request an accommodation.