Policy Analyst - Non-Merit

Full Job Description

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Administrative Office.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered.

You can attach your resume, transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Requirements

Division Overview

The mission of the BCSTAT team is to lead the creation of a more transparent, open and accountable Baltimore County government and implement programmatic and policy initiatives to support innovative, connected and responsive governing.

BCSTAT leads efforts to modernize government operations by overseeing program reviews of department functions, supporting the development of departmental strategic plans, identifying recommendations to improve County operations and partnering with departments to implement solutions.

Position Overview

The Policy Analyst collaborates across agencies, departments, and external stakeholders to assess program effectiveness, support decision-making, and ensure policy initiatives are implemented efficiently and equitably.

Key functions include conducting legislative and regulatory analysis, drafting policy memos, monitoring policy outcomes, and coordinating cross-functional initiatives.

The analyst also tracks federal, state, and local policy developments, assesses fiscal and operational impacts, and supports the development of strategic plans and performance metrics.

Essential Job Functions

Policy Research & Analysis

• Assist in drafting programmatic policies and goals to support the creation of work plans and facilitating implementation across departments.
• Study best practices and innovative policies of peer jurisdictions.
• Conduct policy research and analysis, collecting and consolidating relevant data and information to support the Administrative Office’s priorities.
• Review and synthesize broad policy topics into written documents for County leadership.
• Develop and track performance metrics in line with the County’s goals and priorities
• Collaborate with departments and agencies to advance policy initiatives.
• Facilitate intergovernmental and interdepartmental working groups.
• Track implementation progress and resolve operational barriers

Operational Knowledge

• Works with Chief of Policy & Implementation to meet with departmental personnel across all levels of the organizational structure in order to identify issues and areas of concern.
• Interviews departmental personnel in order to gather institutional knowledge.
• Researches other jurisdictions for best practices.
• Obtains operational supporting documentation (organizational charts, policies and procedures, etc.)

Administration

• Assists with drafting and updating policies and procedures alongside partner departments
• Researches commonly-used performance measures and standards; Develops and tracks performance metrics in line with the County’s goals and priorities; Identifies performance metrics that best reflect core services.

Qualifications

Education and Certification

• Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration or related field.
• Current law students are strongly encouraged to apply.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Investigative ability and intellectual curiosity.
• Capacity to collaborate across the county with many different groups.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to explain complex policy subject matter to diverse audiences.
• A self-starter with flexibility to both work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local programs, including best practices in government operations and funding stream requirements.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Policy Analyst (Non-Merit)
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You can attach your resume, transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Additional Information

Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.