Policy Analyst (Government Relations Analyst)

Company: Intelligence and National Security Alliance
Location: Seattle
Posted on: March 23, 2025

Job Description:

The Department of Community and Human Services values diverse perspectives and life experiences. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with lived experiences.King County's provides equitable opportunities for people to be healthy, happy, and connected to community.King County Department of Community and Human Services is seeking a Policy Analyst to analyze, develop, and advise on innovative policy solutions for the Department and King County more broadly. The Analyst will work on a broad portfolio of human services issues including affordable housing, behavioral health, education and employment, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and other related policy areas.The position is part of the Department's External Affairs team in the Director's Office and reports to the Policy Director. The position will work closely with the Department's other government relations and communications staff and will have the opportunity to learn about and work with the Department's various divisions and subject matter experts. The ideal candidate for this position will be detail-oriented, with strong written and verbal communication skills.WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. Interviews for this selection process will take place on or around 1/29/2025.APPLICATION PROCESS: If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:

• NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.WORK SCHEDULE/CONDITIONS: This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime. Typical hours are Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm.TELEWORKING REQUIREMENT: The work associated with this position will be performed through a combination of teleworking complemented with onsite work and meetings as needed. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.RECRUITER: Greg Mallory, Responsibilities:
  • Support DCHS' state legislative engagement in coordination with the Policy Director and the King County Executive's Office.
  • Support and coordinate the preparation of DCHS' reports and proposed legislation to the County Council, in partnership with the Policy Director.
  • Monitor, analyze, and report on state, county, city, and federal legislative activity for DCHS-related issues.
  • Respond to legislative inquiries regarding DCHS programs and budgets.
  • Provide strategic advice with key partners, leadership, and staff that help advance the DCHS legislative agenda.
  • Draft legislative analysis on local, state, and federal legislation on DCHS-related issues.
  • Draft policy fact sheets, talking points, research briefings, legislation, infographics, timelines, and other handouts for use by DCHS in educating policymakers and community partners.
  • Oversee preliminary policy research, develop issue briefs, summaries, and presentations on relevant topics.
  • Analyze King County budgets as adopted by the County Council.
  • Approach legislative analysis and policy development with a focus on equity and inclusion.
  • Other duties as assigned.Minimum Requirements:
    • 3 or more years of experience and/or any combination of education and experience working on county, state, local, or federal legislation.
    • Demonstrated skill in effectively communicating, summarizing, and tracking complex information.
    • Demonstrated experience working effectively in a politically sensitive environment.
    • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member.
    • Commitment to furthering the County's efforts to pursue equity and social justice.King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.To Apply: If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully.
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