Harris County · 10 hours ago
Good Government Policy Advisor
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expHarris County is seeking a Good Government Policy Advisor to help develop and implement policies that advance opportunity and justice for residents. The role involves collaborating with various stakeholders, conducting research, and supporting the Commissioner in various capacities.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Support and/or lead a policy portfolio developing positions and proposals to advance opportunity and justice for Harris County residents in the relevant policy areas
Support and lead on projects including countywide policies, Precinct 4 programs, support for commissions and committees, and select events. Track project milestones
Conduct research, identify best practices, and craft strategy for policies and programs
Support Commissioner Briones in preparation for Commissioners Court including writing memos, presenting recommendations, drafting talking points, and verbally briefing the Commissioner
Support the Precinct 4 Communications team with talking points, press releases, blogs, social media, and other communications. Ensure that accurate and appropriate data is used and that the communications reflect Precinct 4 goals and priorities
Support and train interns and analysts. If delegating work, set clear deadlines and expectations and provide feedback
Staff Commissioner or represent her at Precinct 4 events and meetings. Request meetings and coordinate with other Precinct 4 teams to ensure that they are scheduled, all relevant individuals are invited, memos are submitted in advance (as needed), notes are taken, and follow-up emails are sent (as needed)
Closely collaborate with the Precinct 4 team, including Policy & Innovation, Public Affairs, Infrastructure, and Operations to execute Precinct 4 and countywide policies and Precinct 4 projects. Always coordinate with Compliance and Finance as needed
Develop and maintain relationships with County departments and agencies, community partners, research institutions, government offices, and other stakeholders
Incorporate innovation into policy work, brainstorm and support grants applications, support the Precinct4Forward non-profit work as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in relevant positions, preferably in policy-related work
Experience managing multiple competing projects and deadlines
Candidates must submit a current copy of their resume, cover letter, and one professional writing sample along with their application
Is passionate about local policy and improving access to justice and opportunity for all
Has excellent writing, editing, and organizing ability to create clear and concise policy documents
Can translate complex issues into plain language
Has experience in relevant policy area(s)
Has strong project management skills and can handle multiple projects while meeting deadlines
Can develop working relationships with community members, research institutions, government staff, and elected officials
Preferred
Advanced degree in relevant area including but not limited to public policy, public administration, law, economics, or planning (preferred)
Policy design and implementation experience in the relevant area. (preferred)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment
Vacation, sick-time, and floating holidays
Mandatory participation in our retirement program
Various other benefits and discounts
Company
Harris County
Harris County focuses on transportation, public health, housing, justice and safety, the environment, and other issues.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Craig B Atkins, CPA
CFO / Director of Financial Services
Araceli "Chely" Chojnacki
Front Receiving COORDINATOR
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