What are the responsibilities and job description for the Policy Analyst position at Department of Health?
The incumbent serves as a Policy Analyst within the Office of Government Relations (OGR) and is responsible for researching policy, coordinating with Executive and Senior managers for input on policy formulation, drafting legislation, and supporting the implementation of agency policies. The Office of Government Relations is located within DC Health’s Office of the Director and serves as the liaison to the Deputy Mayors Offices, Executive Office of the Mayor, other District Government agencies, and Council of the District of Columbia on legislative and policy issues. The incumbent will collaborate and support with these efforts across the entire Agency to advance public health policy priorities.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
The incumbent assists the Office of Government Relations (OGR) Director with the interpretation of legislation, regulations, Executive Orders, and other policies related to the Department of Health. The incumbent supports with policy implementation efforts and recommends and drafts new legislation and amendments to existing legislation for review and approval. Maintains and tracks a list of pending hearings and relevant legislation as they proceed through the legislative process. Provides research and analysis on public health and other policy issues related to the Department’s priorities. Drafts and prepares formal comments, testimonies, directives and correspondences; and memoranda with respect to proposed legislation, policies, operational procedures and reporting requirements. Provides a broad range of legislative support including attending Council meetings and hearings and reports findings to the OGR Director and Chief of Staff.
Qualifications and Education
Specialized Experience: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.
Preferred skill, experience & education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a four-year college or University in Public Health, Public Administration, Public Policy, or a related field. Experience working with either State or Federal legislators.
Licenses and Certifications
None required.
Working Conditions / Environment
The incumbent must be able to carry out official duties in a variety of settings and conditions. Routine work will occur primarily in an office setting.
Other Significant Facts
Employment Sponsorship: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa currently.
Screening: Applicants will have an initial screening that will take place on March 19, 2025. The second screening will be at the close of the job posting.
Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday 8:15am - 4:45pm
Area of Consideration: Qualified individuals that submit applications for this vacancy may be considered for other current open vacancies for which they qualify within DC Health.
Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-0301-12
Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is not in a collective bargaining unit.
Position Designation:
This position has been designated as Security Sensitive. Pursuant to section 410 of Chapter 4 of the D.C. Personnel Regulations; in addition to the general suitability screening, individuals applying for or occupying security sensitive positions are subject to the following checks and tests:
- Criminal background check;
- Traffic record check (as applicable);
- Consumer credit check (as applicable);
- Reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol test; and
- Post-accident or incident drug and alcohol test.
EEO Statement:
The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.
