What You'll Be DoingWake County Health & Human Services is looking for a
Legislative Analyst to join #TeamWake!
Health & Human Services employees almost 2,000 dedicated individuals who are focused on providing high quality public health and social services to over 200,000 people for year. They’re busy keeping children and older adults safe, helping families meet their basic needs, providing critical health services and a providing a myriad of important programs and services that make a real difference in the lives of those we serve. We are looking for a legislative and policy analyst who believes in serving the community to join our team! If this sounds like you, please apply!
Key responsibilities of this role :
- Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to manage research, data collection and analysis in order to support HHS legislative priorities and enhance the department's reputation and positioning on key legislative matters
- Serves as project manager to work in collaboration with County legislative partners to assist in developing and maintaining a legislative tracking database and supports the HHS Senior Deputy Director in researching legislative policy matters across the local, state, and federal government
- Conducts research and monitoring to obtain knowledge of relevant state policy and government affairs issues, and economic/market developments related to HHS business to proactively identify emerging issues and help in the development of department government affairs strategies
- Effectively develops, writes, and edits information and works with internal stakeholders to identify appropriate County and HHS department sources for policy communication activities including briefing memos, presentations, talking points, briefing documents and social media content
- Participates in and tracks meetings, hearings and other engagements with County and/or HHS department leadership and government officials
- Assist in coordination of official site visits from policymakers and legislators to HHS department facilities
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (County legislative affairs, HR, Finance, Business Development and Strategy and Communications) to obtain business-relevant economic and market data, and to respond to applicable requests
- Develops visual representations of complex data and creates interactive reports and tools to be viewed and used on multiple platforms from desktop computers, laptops, tablets (iPad) and smart phones (iPhones and Androids)
**Collecting applicants through 9/18 - reviewing applicants beginning 8/21**
About Our TeamWake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is the consolidation of programs and services that include social services, public health, job search assistance, child support, and transportation. Our mission, in partnership with the community, is to facilitate full access to high quality and effective health and human services for Wake County residents. In addition to our numerous standard programs, Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is engaged in a number of special initiatives that are impacting services and programs throughout our entire agency. Whether legislated down from the changing regulations on the Federal or State level or bubbling up from the entrepreneurial spirit of our staff, you can always look forward to Wake County Health and Human Services implementing new and exciting enhancements to our services and programs.
The Basics (Required Education and Experience) - Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, Communications, Journalism, or a related field
- Four years of experience with public policy; budget processes and development; and writing and editing written communications
- Equivalent education and experience are accepted
How Will We Know You're 'The One'? - Demonstrated ability to translate complex and/or technical information and industry specific jargon into plain language
- Advanced critical thinking
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Ability to accurately and thoroughly complete tasks with attention to detail
- Ability to analyze situations, navigate ambiguity, and offer informed recommendations and guidance to resolve problems
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Ability to keep abreast and informed of legislative changes, interpret the needs of the department, and communicate information across divisions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, PowerPoint)
About This PositionLocation: Waverly F. Akins Wake County Office Building Raleigh, NC 27610
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30 AM - 5:15 PM
Hiring Range: 73,492-132,292
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 9/18/2024
What Makes Wake GreatHome to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.57 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Equal Opportunity StatementWake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Background Check StatementPosition may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Emergency Service Worker StatementIn the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
