Executive Policy Director (Executive Policy Manager 2)

Executive Policy Director (Executive Policy Manager 2)

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Executive Policy Director (Executive Policy Manager 2)

Salary

$98,563.00 - $149,732.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2024-89893

Department

Department of Community & Economic Development

Division

CE Ex Off

Opening Date

07/19/2024

Closing Date

7/28/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

16840

Union

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

A3

Pay Group

ST11

Bureau / Division Code

00247300

Bureau / Division

Executive Office

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Contact Name

Kerianne Durkin

Contact Email

[email protected]

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

THE POSITION

The Department of Community and Economic Development’s (DCED) mission is to encourage the shared prosperity of all Pennsylvanians by supporting good stewardship and sustainable development initiatives across our Commonwealth. With a keen eye toward diversity and inclusiveness, we act as advisors and advocates, providing strategic technical assistance, training, and financial resources to help our communities and industries flourish. We are looking for a forward-thinking individual with an analytical mind to serve as the liaison between Governor Shapiro's Policy Office and DCED. If you are a policy expert looking to make a difference in state government, do not miss this opportunity to join DCED's policy team!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

You will excel as the Executive Policy Director at DCED if you thrive in an ever-changing work environment. Excellent communication skills are essential in this position as you will function independently to resolve issues on behalf of our executive team and keep in constant contact with Governor Shapiro's Office on all policy related topics. No day is the same, key job duties include:

• Revising, tracking, and helping establish policies, as well as providing recommendations for consideration;

• Reviewing and analyzing legislation impacting DCED, including assisting other staff with developing policy positions on proposed legislation;

• Assisting with the budget development process by helping to draft and review the budget book program measures, program revision requests, department statements, and other budget-related narratives as requested;

• Drafting policy position papers, correspondence, and briefing material, including designing and conducting research on complex policy issues to develop recommendations as a part of the policy development process;

• Drafting and reviews testimony to state and federal legislative committees and ensuring that policy positions taken are consistent with established or proposed policies of the administration; and

• Coordinating the development of the agency's comments on federal and state rule-makings.

  Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment

• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.

• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.

• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

• Three years as an Executive Policy Specialist 2;or

• Five years or more of policy analysis and planning experience;or

• A master's degree in policy analysis and planning, administration, or a closely related field; and two years of policy analysis and planning experience;or

• A Juris Doctor degree and two years of policy analysis and planning experience;or

• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

  Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

  How to Apply:

• You must attach acover letterand resumeto your application for review by the hiring manager. However, the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

  Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .

  Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

  If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

  The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

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*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Executive Policy Specialist 2 for three or more years full-time?

• Yes

• No

  02

  If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

  03

  How many years of full-time professional policy analysis and planning experience do you possess?

• 5 years or more

• 4 but less than 5 years

• 3 but less than 4 years

• 2 but less than 3 years

• 1 but less than 2 years

• Less than 1 year

• None

  04

  If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

  05

  Do you possess a master's degree in policy analysis and planning, administration, or a closely related field? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

• Yes

• No

  06

  Do you possess a Juris Doctor degree?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question

Agency

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov