Government Policy Analyst

State of Georgia

  • Atlanta, GA
  • $47,500-65,000 per year
  • Training
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Make a difference and join the DCA Team! DCA gives employees more to do than merely make a living. We are serious about helping Georgia's families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement. If public service, a great environment, and the desire to enrich the lives of others motivate you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA Team.OUR MISSIONTo help build strong, vibrant communities.OUR VISIONFor Georgians of today and tomorrow to have the opportunity to live and work in thriving communitiesOUR CULTUREDCA is dedicated to helping build strong, vibrant communities. We are a diverse team of highly competent and committed professionals who strive to help people and communities thrive through technical expertise, innovative thinking and a passion for making a difference. Team members are at their best when collaborating and supporting each other as they perform challenging and dynamic work. We are serious about helping Georgia's families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement. If public service and the desire to enrich the lives of others motivates you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA TeamGENERAL DESCRIPTION:Within the Department’s Office of Planning, Research, and Geoanalytics, under the general supervision of the Manager for Research and Geoanalytics, the candidate will join a flexible, collaborative team to perform complex administrative tasks and conduct statistical, financial, and operational data analysis and reporting. This work supports the Department and a wide variety of internal and external clients. The candidate will assist in collecting, measuring, and analyzing data from various surveys to gain insights, including evaluating the data for completeness, discrepancies, and trends.The candidate will also support the administration of annual reporting requirements for local governments and authorities, including but not limited to the Report of Local Government Finance, Hotel-Motel Excise Tax Reporting, Local Government/Authority Debt Issuance, and Annual Authority Registration and Financial Reporting surveys. Additionally, the candidate should maintain familiarity with legislative actions and changes in statutory requirements for reporting, and contribute to legislative fiscal notes by researching the potential fiscal impact of pending legislation on local governments and local authorities.In keeping with the dynamic nature of the Office’s work, responsibilities may occasionally evolve or expand to include related assignments that support the broader mission and goals of the agency. This role is well-suited for someone who enjoys variety, values collaboration, and is eager to apply their skills in new and meaningful ways as day-to-day priorities shift or new issues and opportunities emerge.Necessary Attributes:Candidates selected for interview must have:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced skills in Excel, including pivot tables, and complex formulas;
  • Working knowledge of data visualization and analysis tools, such as R, Stata, Power BI, Tableau, and ArcGIS, with the ability to present complex data to diverse audiences in a clear, approachable, and compelling manner;
  • Some relevant coursework in or exposure to government budgeting, finance, and/or fiscal analysis; and,
  • Some relevant coursework in or exposure to database management and/or other data collection and management platforms like Access, Qualtrics, SQL
Helpful Characteristics:The most successful candidates should be able to demonstrate:
  • Collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively on interdisciplinary project teams, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster positive relationships with internal and external partners;
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical collaborators;
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines;
  • Proactive problem-solving skills, with the ability to take initiative and identify solutions independently;
  • Strong customer service orientation, with the ability to understand business needs and develop tailored solutions;
  • Experience or interest in process automation; and,
  • Genuine interest in Georgia’s local governments and public policy, with a commitment to staying informed on legislative developments and related government actions.
Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, public policy, government, finance, political science, economics or directly related field from an accredited college or university AND an internship or other hands-on work experience providing exposure in a similar setting. Note: An equivalent combination of education and job specific experience that provided the knowledge, experience and competencies required to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted on a year-over-year basis.Preferred Qualifications:Strong preference will be given to applicants who in addition to meeting the agency specific minimum qualifications possess at least one of the following:· Master’s Degree in a directly related field from an accredited college or university;· A relevant professional certification; and/or
  • Two or more years of experience working within a government organization, regional commission, or similar agency.
Position Classification & Salary Determination:The position may be hired at either the Government Policy Analyst or Senior Government Policy Analyst classification. The candidates’ assigned job classifications and salaries will be based upon the extent of their conformance with the attributes, characteristics, and qualifications as discussed, above. The posted salary range reflects the anticipated starting salary for a minimally qualified analyst on the low end to an exceptionally qualified senior analyst on the high end. To be considered for a salary offer over the entry level posted in this announcement, the successful candidate MUST have most of the education and experience qualifications shown as preferred. To receive an offer at the top of the range posted, experience must exceed preferred qualifications. In no event will a salary be offered which exceeds the top of the range posted in this announcement.Hiring Process Overview:Candidates selected for an interview will be required to complete an MS Excel exercise and provide a writing sample prior to the interview. 1-2 onsite interviews will be scheduled with the best-qualified candidates. The selected candidate will be subject to a criminal background check, educational degree check, reference checks, and (because travel is required) a motor vehicle records check prior to the extension of a job offer. The selected candidate will receive a written job offer which must be accepted in writing to finalize the hiring process.This job posting may close at any time and without notice upon gaining a sufficient applicant pool from which to select a qualified candidate.WORKING CONDITIONS (TRAVEL,HOURS,ENVIRONMENT)Additional Requirements:This is a primarily in-office position. The Department may consider offering hybrid work arrangements upon completion of 6 months successful performance onsite (this onboarding period may be waived for current DCA employees). These positions will not be considered for fully remote work arrangements.Applicant must have and maintain the legal ability to drive a vehicle in the State of Georgia. Frequent travel via automobile is required with occasional travel to out-of-state conferences via airplane (travel expenses reimbursed by the agency).Must be able to perform office-related duties. Must be able to operate office equipment. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, tenants, and community agencies and other entities that provide services. Must be able to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to perform essential job functions in an environment that will sometimes include increased levels of work-related stress. Must maintain punctuality and attendance as scheduled.This position is offered for at-will employment. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the business and requirement of the job change.PHYSICAL / SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:Work is principally stationary, but the person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc., and constantly operates a computer and other office equipment.Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.Must be able to perform office-related duties.Must be able to operate office equipment.Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, tenants, and community agencies and other entities that provide services.Must be able to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.Must be able to perform essential job functions in an environment that will sometimes include increased levels of work-related stress.Must maintain punctuality and attendance as scheduled.NOTE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided. Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps in the interview process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.DCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need accommodation for an interview, please contact the Human Resources Office at (404) 679-4845Hiring is contingent upon satisfactory results of employment verification, background, criminal records investigation and motor vehicle reports.This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the business and requirement of the job change. This job posting may close at any time upon gaining a sufficient applicant pool from which to select a qualified candidate.All duties and responsibilities listed are considered to be essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Marginal functions of the position (those that are incidental to the performance of the job duties) have not been included. However, the omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.Associate degree in business or related field from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience related to area of assignment. Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.

State of Georgia