Principal Economic and Policy Analyst - Providence, United States - State of Rhode Island

State of Rhode Island
State of Rhode Island
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Providence, United States

3 weeks ago

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Class Definition:


  • GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: At a high level of expertise, to undertake the complex professional special and recurring assignments involving analysis and research of complex and critical issues impacting the state budget, regulation, or policy structures including, but not limited to, forecasting revenue and budget drivers such as program growth and/or enrollment, evaluating expenditures and investments; with a high level of latitude and independence, to assess, initiate, and interpret governmental economic factors and policy in order to perform cost benefit analysis and research of a quantitative and qualitative nature used to develop state government policy and programs and evaluate their effect; to determine the impact of legislation proposed by the Governor and/or General Assembly; and to do related work as required.
  • SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general direction of a superior with considerable latitude for the exercise of initiative and independent judgment in the utilization for professional standards and techniques; work is reviewed through conferences and reports upon completion for results obtained and for conformance to law, rules and regulations, instructions, objectives and departmental policies.
  • SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervises personnel assigned to assist on a regular project basis and ensures that work products are developed in a qualitative and timely manner.

Illustrative Examples of Work Performed:


  • At a high level of expertise, to undertake complex professional special and recurring assignments involving analysis and research of complex and critical issues impacting the state budget, regulation, or policy structures including, but not limited to, forecasting revenue and budget drivers such as program growth and/or enrollment, evaluating expenditures and investments.
  • With a considerable level of latitude and independence, to assess, initiate, and interpret governmental economic factors and policy in order to perform costbenefit analysis and research of a quantitative and qualitative nature used to develop state government policy and programs and evaluate their effect.
  • To provide a high level of expertise in research design, analysis and data needed to examine issues, trends and program evaluations.
  • To assist and act in a confidential capacity to managers who formulate, determine and effectuate management policies, program structures, fiscal and budgetary funding and allocations.
  • To identify, analyze and estimate the impact, including the economic impact through the use of economic models, of changes in policy, business practices, program performance, federal or state laws and regulations, etc. to existing programs or the establishment of new programs.
  • To estimate the impact on the state budget of program and policy changes and the impact of legislation proposed by the Governor and/or the General Assembly.
  • To utilize research data in order to make recommendations to policy officials to improve existing programs, combine programs, utilize resources and determine the net impact and feasibility of such proposed changes.
  • To write policy and position memos, technical reports or other documents based upon research, investigation or analysis.
  • To present analysis results and make recommendations to policy officials with information necessary to make informed decisions and take appropriate action on specific state program operations, issues and policies.
  • To develop recommendations designed to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
  • As required, contacts key management to explain proposals, resolve differences, secure coordination and cooperation in current and proposed studies.
  • To attend meetings with appropriate personnel to discuss recommendations and related implementation issues, as required.
  • To do related work as required.

Required Qualifications for Appointment:


  • EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Education: Such as may have been gained through: possession of a Master's Degree from a college of recognized standing with specialization in Public or Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, or a closely related field; and
  • Experience: Such as may have been gained through: considerable employment in a professional position performing review and analysis of policies and programs in a governmental, public affairs or business context.
  • Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

Supplemental Information:


  • Background in quantitative analysis, including economics, statistics, and program evaluation preferred
  • The ability to manage interagency conflict and balance competing policy and political priorities is critical; This position will be responsible for coordinating various analytical tasks and special projects assigned to the Office of Management and Budget
  • Experience in health policy a plus
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