Title: Policy Analyst (Policy Division) - (Multiple)

State Role Title: Policy And Planning Specialist I

Hiring Range: $60K to 70K

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Housing & Cmnty Devel

Location: Main Street Centre

Agency Website: https://www.dhcd.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Are you skilled in conducting research, writing reports, analyzing data, providing statistical analysis, and evaluating public policy and programs? If so, the role of Policy Analyst with the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development is the perfect opportunity for you.

At the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development, within our Policy and Legislative Services division, the Policy Analyst will support various divisions within the agency, as well as associated boards, gubernatorial and legislative study commissions, and public/private entities invested in community and economic development, housing, and Virginia’s legislative landscape. Your work will play a crucial role in furthering the goals of the agency by providing essential expertise in research, program evaluation, public policy, and the development of effective legislation and regulations.

As a Policy Analyst, you will have the following core responsibilities:
•Reviewing introduced and amended legislation, identifying those of interest to the agency and the agency’s boards/commissions, and preparing analysis on the impacts of assigned legislation.
•Assisting in the preparation of various reports, studies, strategic plans, databases, surveys, fiscal impact statements, or other documents as needed, in support of Agency objectives.
•Assisting with conducting surveys and analyzing survey results, as well as other outreach efforts with agency divisions, external stakeholders, local governments, and others.
•Providing support to the Board of Housing and Community Development and Commission on Local Government, as well as other boards and special study committees of the agency.

By joining the Policy and Legislative Services Department at the DHCD, you will be working with a dedicated team in driving research-based legislative change to help better communities in every corner of the state!

Two vacancies will be filled from this posting. Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and/or federal regulatory and/or legislative processes.
• Demonstrated ability to collect, compile, and accurately analyze data, policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Skilled in drafting comprehensive and accurate reports, summaries, briefing papers, position statements, and/or memoranda.
• Demonstrated ability to identify issues, analyze problems, develop solutions, articulate findings, and make recommendations, delivering clear and actionable insights.
• Knowledge of data sources and ability to locate and utilize appropriate resources.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse people of varying abilities.
• Experience in the application of policy analysis, program evaluation, or strategic planning methods.
• Experience in using a PC and a variety of software to input data and produce graphics, and to create and manipulate electronic databases.

Additional Considerations

Knowledge of state and local government structure and authority, and intergovernmental relations is preferred.
Knowledge of local government policies, including land use, economic development, and/or fiscal is preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application Process:
Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position’s closing date. Applications/changes received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications sent through postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.

Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and abilities.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Supplemental Questions:
You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration. Answers should be reflected in jobs and positions held.

Background and Reference Checks:
Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and reference checks. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Lay off Policy 1.3:
If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application.

DHCD Welcomes Veterans and Spouses:
We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard, or Reserve. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application.

Sponsorship:
The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Reasonable Accommodations:
Accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Department of Housing and Community Development practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is our goal to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility, diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.

Diversity, Opportunity, and Inclusion:
DHCD is committed to providing valuable opportunities for a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees feel supported. DHCD seeks to work with partners, grantees, and vendors who demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion as a practice and have a demonstrated record of this commitment.

Alternative Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: N/A

Email: rr-recruitment1@dhcd.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.