Senior Policy Analyst

Full Job Description

This position is part of the Policy and Planning Division within the County Manager’s Office.

Its primary functions are to develop and present policy and data research, analysis, and recommendations to executive leadership and the County Board for use in policy development and to inform decision making processes; support the development and execution of the county’s strategic plan; facilitate and coordinate cross-departmental teams to advance countywide initiatives and priorities, and address policy or service delivery issues and opportunities; engage community and county partners to collaborate on meeting resident needs; and perform related duties as assigned.

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Flexible Workplace:This position is identified under the designation of ‘flex work eligible’, meaning that the employee can formally opt to be in-office full-time or work a flex schedule in which at least two-days per week are performed in office and other days can be performed in a remote-first environment.

Regardless of selection, the position carries expectations regarding on-site responsibilities and will require schedule flexibility beyond the minimum expectations set forth in the county’s flexible workplace policy.

To view Ramsey County’s Flexible Workplace policy, go to: Flexible Workplace Policy

Requirements

1. Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace.
2. Support the development of the countywide strategic plan and implementation of strategic priorities within the plan by working with executive leaders, internal governance structures and community partners. 
3. Coordinate, facilitate and lead cross-departmental teams on policy, service delivery, operations, and related issues and opportunities to better meet community needs.
4. Research, analyze and evaluate policy issues with the use of quantitative and qualitative data to assess the implications and consequences of policy options. Prepare written reports and in-person presentations on results and recommendations.
5. Advise and consult on a variety of policy, practice, program and service delivery strategies and decisions.
6. Support the countywide results-based accountability performance measurement process and community indicators.
7. Work with community and partner organizations to develop better connections between County operations and community needs and/or to collaborate on initiatives that help advance the county’s strategic priorities.
8. Prepare county contracts for services related to policy research, surveying, planning, and to support countywide initiatives coordinated by the Policy and Planning Division.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position’s management approved work schedule is required.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Affairs, Business Administration, Sociology, Policy Analysis, Planning, Economics, History, or a closely related field.

Experience: Five years of experience in policy, planning, research, public administration or related.

Substitution: Equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Certifications/Licensure: None.

Additional Information

The examination for Senior Policy Analyst will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire.

Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating.

The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend on your answers to the questions –do not mark “see resume” or “see work history” as a response.

Please answer all your questions clearly and completely.

Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination.Eligible List: The names of all applicants who filed a properly completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as a Senior Policy Analyst.

This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy.

Candidates will remain on the list for 30 days or until hired, whichever occurs first.

A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted.Veteran's Preference: This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process.

Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process.

Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.

Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment.

Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought.

However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.E-Verify Participation: Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program.

This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment.

Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin.

Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce.

The county strives to be equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees.

Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide will receive them.

Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.To print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application You will need to print this posting and answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.For further information regarding this posting, please contact: Crystal.Diaz@co.ramsey.mn.us