Senior Policy & Implementation Analyst

Are you passionate about working collaboratively towards organizational change and interested in corrections? Are you skilled at policy analysis, written communication, navigating difficult conversations, leading group-work, and project management? If so, consider joining the VT Department of Corrections Policy Development Unit! We're looking for someone who has experience working in corrections or with policies or legislation, the ability to balance competing demands, and strong communication skills to join our team.

The Policy Development Unit facilitates the development and revision of all Departmental rules and policies. The Unit supports subject matter experts by gathering information about current evidence-based best practices, facilitating critical policy discussions, drafting documents which guide the work of the Department, and planning for their successful implementation.

The Policy and Implementation Analyst is primarily responsible for:

• Drafting and revising policy documents with subject matter experts;
• Promulgating administrative rules through the Administrative Procedures Act;
• Coordinating with the Business Application Support Unit to address any necessary policy-related technical changes to the Department's database and automated-system procedures;
• Planning with the Office of Professional Standards and Compliance, as well as senior and operations managers, for the programmatic implementation and training of new and revised policies; and
• Modernizing and maintaining Unit's documentation systems and coordinating administrative processes.

The ideal candidate will be skilled at distilling complicated details into simple written communication, prioritizing tasks, and adapting to shifts in strategic direction. The position also requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with Microsoft 365.

This position, Senior Policy & Implementation Analyst (Job Requisition #51858), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.

Analyst: 51849

Senior Analyst: 51858

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Christine.Cowart@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Duties are performed predominately in an office setting. Private means of transportation should be available for occasional travel when appropriate. Incumbents must be adaptable and able to work within tight deadlines and under considerable stress. Some evening and weekend duty may be necessary.

Master's degree or higher in public administration, political science, industrial organization, organizational development, or a related field AND three (3) years of experience in a policy-related or organizational development position that includes at least one year of drafting regulations or legislation.

OR

Law degree AND two (2) years in a policy related or organization development position that includes at least one year of drafting regulations or legislation.

Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

In accordance with federal regulation, any person applying for employment in the Department of Corrections must provide relevant information. Previous institutional employers will be contacted and required to provide information regarding substantiated incidences of sexual abuse or resignation during a pending investigation of an allegation of sexual abuse. By submitting this online job application, you certify all information furnished is true and complete. The information you provide in accordance with this regulation may be used, and previous employers may be contacted for the purpose of investigating and verifying your work history.

Conviction History Requirements: Candidates who have any felony conviction record or who, within the past five (5) years, have been placed under supervision or sanctioned for a misdemeanor conviction must receive a waiver from the Commissioner of Corrections in order to be considered for employment. You may access the application and corresponding documents by clicking here. Once you have completed the application, please send it directly to the hiring manager identified as the contact person in this job posting.

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 12paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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