LEON COUNTY – Senior Policy Analyst Leon County Government

* Starting placement will generally not exceed 15% of the advertised minimal salary and is based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

This highly responsible and senior management level position leads complex projects as assigned by the County Administrator that require in-depth research and analysis on policy development, adoption, and implementation. Assignments also include extensive program evaluation that requires strong analytical skills and the ability to report and communicate findings, results, and recommendations. Additionally, the position assists with evaluating the County’s budgetary and fiscal activities for accuracy and consistency with the County’s priorities and policies.

Work also includes assisting in the coordination development, implementation and reporting of the County’s Strategic Plan.

The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The Job Description Questionnaire (JDQ) reflects a more detailed description of the position. Neither the job description nor the JDQ constitutes an employment agreement. Both are subject to change as the needs of the County and requirements of the job change.

• Independently manages and conducts research and analysis on projects that includes collecting relevant data and other research materials; analyzing information and findings; presenting alternatives; and making recommendations.
• Conducts research and analysis on projects related to policy and operational improvements utilizing all levels of County government and various external stakeholders.
• Develops and recommends policy and operational improvements.
• Researches, analyzes, and prepares agenda items, workshop items, memorandum, updates, and reports on County programming, policies, and procedures as assigned.
• Manages and oversees program performance evaluations to enhance efficiency and productivity in the organization.
• Develops, recommends, and oversees the implementation of improvements in County’s operations.
• Evaluates organizational and departmental metrics and benchmarks established in accordance with policies and/or statutory guidelines as well as direction of the Board of County Commissioners, and County Administrator.
• Coordinates with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to review and evaluate organizational, budgetary, and fiscal records for accuracy and integrity.
• Identifies and evaluates any internal and external financial risks and recommends strategies and actions for mitigation. Also, oversees the implementation of recommended strategies and actions for mitigation.
• Assists with the development and implementation of the Leon County Strategic Plan in coordination with County departments and divisions.
• Makes presentations before the Board of County Commissioners, County Administrator, County senior staff, and external stakeholders on projects assigned.

All Leon County employees (regular full-time and part-time, OPS, and PRN) are required to work before, during and after a Declared Local State of Emergency (DLSOE). Participation is considered a condition of employment.

Knowledge of: Public policy analysis frameworks; local, state, and federal legislative processes; research methods, statistical analysis, and performance measurement; government operations, budgeting, and public administration principles.

Skills in: Advanced analytical and critical thinking; technical writing and policy drafting; data interpretation, statistical tools, and report creation; facilitation, negotiation, and consensus-building.

Ability to: Synthesize complex information into actionable recommendations; work independently on multiple high-priority assignments; build and maintain effective working relationships; maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive issues diplomatically.

Develop new policies and procedures that enhance and improve organizational and/or fiscal standards. Sound independent judgment is needed in order to determine and interpret County…