Policy Analyst - Public Safety

Policy Analyst - Public Safety

Hiring Range: $60,/year, commensurate with experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency:
Office of the Governor

Location:

Governor's Office

Agency Website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

• Engage, meet, and build relationships with stakeholders, subject matter experts, advocacy organizations, and legislators to gather input and build productive working relationships.
• Prepare policy memos, reports, and other briefing materials for senior leadership and the Governor.
• Conduct policy research and analysis on assigned issue areas.
• Monitor state and federal legislative, regulatory, and policy developments in real-time relevant to assigned issue areas.
• Review and analyze proposed agency regulations and provide recommendations on regulatory design, execution, and impact to support effective policy and program implementation.
• Collaborate with secretariats, state agencies, and members of the Governor’s legislative, communications, and constituent services teams.
• Prepare and review materials for press events, announcements, and meetings.
• Track progress of the Administration’s policy goals and identify opportunities to improve outcomes and implementation.
• Translate complex policy issues into clear, concise, and actionable talking points, recommendations, and materials for external and internal audiences.

• At least 2-4 years of relevant professional experience in public policy development, analysis, research, or government advocacy.
• Strong analytical, research, writing and editing skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, diverse communities, and external stakeholders to build consensus.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, prioritize and delegate work products to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate judgement, professionalism, and discretion when handling sensitive matters.
• Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Experience working in local, state, or federal government, public policy, legislative affairs, or a related field.
• Familiarity with Virginia state government, the legislative process, and state budgeting practices.

This is an At-Will position appointed by the Governor of Virginia. Selected applicants will need to successfully pass a criminal background check. This position is based in Richmond, Virginia.

The Governor’s Office is an equal opportunity employer. The Commonwealth of Virginia and the Office of the Governor are dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse workforce.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter.

Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note:

Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022
- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Name:
Office of the Governor

Phone:

Email: policy
75ginia.gov