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City of Richmond

Senior Policy Advisor

City of Richmond, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214

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City of Richmond is seeking to fill the position of

Senior Policy Advisor . The successful candidate will provide advance support in developing and recommending the implementation of major policies, programs, budgets, regulations, and fiscal initiatives with a city-wide impact. The incumbent will advise on the prudent allocation of public resources and legislation. This position is unclassified and works at the will of the appointing authority. (Maximum salary $150,000)

Responsibilities

Actively participating/ coordinating strategic planning efforts resulting in the production of complex and/or sensitive reports and briefings on a wide range of topics.

Interpreting complex policies and regulations involving a wide range of complex subject matters.

Building upon and establishing contacts with executive-level decision-makers such as agency heads, legislators, City Council, as well as stakeholders from neighborhoods and the business community to discuss citywide policy, programs, and initiatives.

Coordinating with internal and external leadership/management to meet city/agency goals and statutory mandates.

Leading and directing the effective utilization of resources to accomplish organizational goals and/or legislative mandates.

Managing special projects of strategic significance as needed.

Researching budget or operational issues, trends, and areas for efficiency/improvement related to the data being developed and analyzed.

Assisting with the development and implementation of the City's legislative strategy before governing bodies and regulatory boards.

Reviewing and drafting new and revised legislative documents such as O&R Requests.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of legislation gained from working in the public sector.

Knowledge of electronic databases and related software applications; governmental accounting concepts; knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite and Oracle.

Skill in analyzing and aggregating data, analyzing and interpreting manuals and operating procedures.

Assisting with special projects and programs.

Communicating with various internal and external departments effectively.

Gathering and compiling data.

Excellent oral and written communication.

Ability to multi-task, organize, plan, prioritize, problem solve, and manage time effectively. Strong ability to maintain confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in public administration, business administration, or field directly related to assignment.

Seven years of progressively responsible related experience that includes significant management and supervisory experience.

An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree in public administration, business administration, or directly related field.

Government work experience with an emphasis in the area of legislative affairs.

Licensing, Certifications, and/or Other Special Requirements

None required.

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