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NEOGOV · 2 days ago

Policy Analyst II

Santa Rosa, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$109K/yr - $133K/yr

2+ years exp

The County of Sonoma is seeking a talented, analytical individual to join their team as a Policy Analyst II. This role involves developing new policies and programs, planning and managing complex projects, and analyzing data to support the County Executive's Office in achieving its strategic initiatives.

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Responsibilities

Acting as a lead on assigned policy development and other priority special projects

Managing contracts and consultants for specific projects and ensuring they are meeting objectives on schedule and monitoring and reporting progress

Proactively communicating about project statuses, managing project timelines and budgets, and resolving related issues

Writing comprehensive Board items and managing the item approval process

Supporting the County's emergency management needs during disaster response and recovery

Qualification

Public policy analysisData analysisProject managementCalifornia County operationsLegislation interpretationStakeholder engagementAccountabilityResearch skillsPolitical acumenReport writingBudget monitoringPublic contracting knowledgeCommunicationInitiative

Required

Any combination of education and work experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed herein

Normally, this would include academic course work in public administration, business administration, management, accounting, political science, economics, statistics, English composition, psychology, or a related field

Two years of related and comparable experience with primary responsibility for conducting analysis, developing reports and recommendations, and/or managing projects related to general administration, accounting, budget, or personnel work

Experience researching, analyzing, developing, and making recommendations related to public policy, including interpreting legislation, ordinances, and municipal codes

Experience developing new policies and programs and/or managing projects, including developing and monitoring project budgets

An understanding of California County operations and procedures

Experience interacting with elected officials and a high level of political acumen

Deep research and data analysis skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills, including business case and executive summary writing experience coupled with the ability to present conclusions before advisory boards, governing bodies, etc

Some experience facilitating community and stakeholder engagement sessions with diverse audiences from varied backgrounds

Familiarity with public contracting and procurement processes

Demonstrated initiative and a sense of ownership and accountability

Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position