Policy Advisor - Washington, United States - Planning & Econ Dev

Description

The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED) assists the Mayor in the coordination, planning, supervision, and execution of economic development efforts in the District of Columbia with the goal of creating and preserving affordable housing, creating jobs, and increasing tax revenue.

DMPED pursues policies and programs that create strong neighborhoods, expand, and diversify the local economy, and provide residents with pathways to the middle class.

Incumbent is responsible for managing DMPED's legislative operation; assisting in the development of message, policy positions and legislative initiatives; creating and implementing long and short-term legislative priorities for the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development; and managing and mentoring a legislative team.

Duties and Responsibilities

Incumbent provides expert advice on all DMPED legal matters and attends weekly tracking meetings to review progress on all docketed matters to articulate the case priorities of the Deputy Mayor.

Assists the Deputy Mayor with preparation for open meetings and hearings in formal cases.

Incumbent reviews and analyzes briefing papers and technical memoranda on designated policy issues prior to and after formal case hearings along with pertinent documents filed in formal proceedings.

Monitors activities at the DC City Council, the Office of the Mayor, and other key District Government agencies, as appropriate.

Analyzes proposed legislation, proposed and final rulemakings, court opinions and other issuances and advises on their impacts, when requested or as appropriate.

Incumbent stays abreast of issues and decisions that impact proceedings and matters at DMPED. Analyzes proposed and final rulemakings and other issuances and advises on their impacts, when requested or as appropriate.
Develops responses to high-level inquiries regarding DMPED action pertinent to issues of significant importance and/or consequence, complexity, or sensitivity.

Prepares or reviews speeches to present to community groups, stakeholders, and other interested organizations to ensure that the actions of DMPED and the views of the Deputy Mayor are accurately presented and consistent with the DMPED's overall mission and vision.

Incumbent attends internal and external meetings where issues of significant importance are discussed, and significant decisions are made.

Represents the views of the Deputy Mayor; explains positions taken by the agency on real estate issues while attending meetings, seminars, lectures, and federal, District, or industry conferences.

Acts as a liaison with certain District agencies as requested.


Qualifications and Education

Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position and has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

To be creditable, the applicant must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.

Licenses and Certifications
None


Working Conditions/Environment
Work is performed in an office setting.


Other Significant Facts

Tour of Duty:
Monday - Friday 8:15 a.m.

4:45 p.m.


Pay Plan, Series, Grade:
CS-301-15


Salary Range:
$116,736 - $164,746 Per Annual, based on funding


Promotional Potential:
None


Duration of Appointment:
Career Service Regular Appointment


Collective Bargaining Unit:
This position is not in a collective bargaining unit.

If you have applied for this position within the last 12 months, there is no need to reapply. Your resume will be retained in our records for a period of one year.