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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Policy Director (Executive Policy Manager 1) in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4517218 THE POSITION Are you a strong analytically-minded professional who would enjoy detailed policy review and development for an agency that strives to keep Pennsylvanians safe and healthy? If so, we invite you to apply with the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) and share your knowledge and talents as an Executive Policy Manager 1. Exercise your leadership abilities while managing the executive policy functions for the department and serving as the policy director liaison between the Governor's Policy Office and the DDAP. Take pride in the meaningful work you do and apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK As an Executive Policy Manager 1, you will be responsible for revising, tracking and helping to establish policies and provide recommendations for consideration by the Governor's Policy Office and the department's Executive Office. Specific duties include monitoring drug and alcohol policies at all levels of government that may impact the drug and alcohol field or the DDAP, and determining the critical policy issues that need to be considered or addressed by executive staff and the Governor's Policy Office. You will further be responsible for communicating the policies of the department to local, state, and federal officials.
Within this role, you will also assist in the development of the State Plan to align with the department's policy priorities and with input from stakeholders. Contribute to the budget development process by helping to draft, and ultimately review and approve the budget book program measures, program revision requests, department statements, and other budget-related narratives as requested. We are looking for someone who possesses a comprehensive working knowledge of techniques used in drug and alcohol policy research, program analysis, and planning.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 2 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as an Executive Policy Specialist 2; or
Three years of policy analysis and planning experience; and a master's degree in policy analysis and planning, administration, or a closely related field; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirements:
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply: If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetprefere ce@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.