Public Policy Director- Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities- Atlanta
Listed on 2026-08-02
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Government
Government Administration, Public Health
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Job Title:
Public Policy Director
- Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities
- Atlanta Job
Requisition Number of Openings: 1
Shift: Day (United States of America) Compensation Details: $80,000-$93,000.00
Job Description:
The Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) works to bring about social and policy changes that promote opportunities for persons with developmental disabilities and their families to live, learn, work, play and worship in Georgia communities. GCDD is one of 55 entities of its type in the United States and territories that report to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
It is authorized under Public Law 106-402, the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act Amendments of 2000. Our activities are governed by a 27-member board, appointed by the Governor and comprised of at least 60 percent individuals with developmental disabilities and family members. Other members include policymakers that represent various agencies and organizations having a vested interested in persons with developmental disabilities.
Today, the GCDD continues to serve as an advocate for all persons with developmental disabilities. We are charged with creating systems change for people with developmental disabilities and their families by increasing opportunities for independence, inclusion, integration, productivity and self-determination. Activities include public policy research and analysis, reform, project demonstrations, education and training. Since our inception in 1971, we have been a powerful advocate for more than 1.7 million Georgians with developmental disabilities and their families.
Administers the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities' public policy program and oversees a portfolio of projects with community partners. Works closely with Executive Director, Chief Program Officer, and Public Policy Coordinator to plan and implement comprehensive, effective public policy strategies in collaboration with Council members, staff, advocates and partnering organizations. Plans and develops public policy. Serves as policy analyst and assists in the development of new initiatives.
Reviews pertinent legislative proposals and activities of other key state agencies and determines the impact each has on the agency and its areas of focus. Provides information to state leaders, constituents, and other stakeholders. Initiates and oversees a portfolio of projects; develops and manages projects and oversees project management and development by subordinate staff. Completes special projects as requested and other job-related duties as assigned.
Supervises support personnel.
Project Leadership Duties/Responsibilities
- Under guidance of Chief Program Officer, initiates and oversees a portfolio of projects based on the Council’s strategic plan and public policy priorities
- Under the guidance of Chief Program Officer, develops and manages projects from RFP development to closeout; oversees development and management of projects by subordinate staff
Administer Public Policy Program Duties/Responsibilities
- Provides comprehensive oversight and coordination of GCDD’s public policy program
- Recommends annual public policy agenda of shared goals and objectives with stakeholders
- Oversees Public Policy Coordinator to track changes in legislation and review newly enacted legislation and analyze how these changes may impact the agency, people with disabilities and their families
- Works with Public Relations Director to improve spreading public policy information to stakeholders
- Attends relevant state agency meetings & relays information back to GCDD
- Makes policy recommendations to…
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