Policy Analyst

Policy Analyst

The Governor's Office of Policy and Research is seeking a Policy Analyst to support a policy portfolio of a range of issues providing policy and legislative analysis and recommendations, with supervisory support from a senior member of the policy team. The analyst reports to the Director of Policy and Research. The Policy Analyst will assist with policy coordination among the broader policy office and may also provide administrative support, including scheduling, to the Governor's Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy and Legislative Affairs and Director of Policy and Research and support administrative and operational processes among the Governor's Policy and Research team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The analyst maintains policy expertise, develops strategies, and is prepared to brief and advise the Governor and other administration officials concerning all the issue areas in their portfolio. The analyst will coordinate this work as needed with other policy advisors, other offices of the Governor (communications, budget, legal, etc.), and appropriate state agencies. The policy analyst will work closely with the Governor's legislative team to help advance the Governor's agenda during legislative sessions. Analysts must have the ability to identify and assess the role of specific policy initiatives and goals in the context of a broad agenda. They also work with key stakeholders and constituencies throughout the state to inform this work. This varies from time to time and may entail travel within the State.

Desired Skills and Competencies: Successful analysts have the ability to multitask and function effectively in a complex professional environment. They are detail-oriented analytical thinkers with well-developed decision-making, research, analytical and project management skills. They also have strong written and verbal communication skills, advanced interpersonal skills, the ability to learn quickly, and the ability to influence and persuade to affect solutions to complex problems. A well-developed familiarity with Colorado policy issues, the Governor's priorities, and state demographics is an asset. Additional competencies should include the ability to synthesize complex information and research into concise, relevant, logical and organized formats for analysis and discussion as well as the ability to identify and resolve or minimize potential conflicts in goals and objectives, missions and agendas. The ability to work effectively in teams, a good sense of humor, and a positive attitude all are important.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights: Two years work related experience and Bachelor's Degree in relevant fields helpful. Public policy analysis and development skills, as demonstrated by professional and/or academic experience. Experience working on policy areas in the relevant portfolio, or related issues. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Familiarity with governmental and legislative processes. A high degree of professionalism and confidentiality. Ability to identify and assess the role of specific policy initiatives and goals in the context of a broad agenda. Strong organizational and communication skills. Demonstrated adherence to deadlines while adapting to incoming priority changes.

Conditions of Employment: Must be currently employed within the Policy and Research team, Office of the Governor.

Supplemental Information: The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers a generous benefits package including: Annual leave accrued at 13.33 hours per month (4 weeks a year), Sick leave accrued at 6.66 hours a month (10 days a year), 12 paid holidays per year, Medical and dental plans, State paid life insurance policy of a minimum of $50,000 or 1x annual salary, Choice of 2 retirement plans, 401K and 457 plans, State paid Short Term Disability coverage, Additional optional life and disability plans, Credit Union Membership, RTD pass, Training and professional development.