policy analyst

policy analyst Richmond, VA

Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality
Full Time Richmond, VA 55000 - 40839 USD ANNUAL Today
Job description

Title: Policy Analyst

Hiring Range: $40,839 - $55,000

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Environmental Quality

Location: Central Office

Agency Website: https://www.deq.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E

Job Duties

The Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Policy seeks a qualified candidate to assist in the development of the agency’s policy initiatives across all media: Air, Land, and Water. This position coordinates policy efforts and legislative processes, and conducts policy, legislative, and regulatory research and analysis for use by agency management in evaluating program and policy options. It also supports the Policy Division’s efforts by planning and coordinating related meetings and events, and tracking legislation and legislative committee meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Basic knowledge of state and federal environmental laws, particularly related to Virginia's environmental programs for Air, Land, and Water
  • Ability to perform environmental policy analysis in collaboration with senior executive branch leadership
  • Ability to work effectively within Virginia's state legislative and regulatory processes and knowledge of the executive branch role in those processes
  • Ability to learn and organize complex information quickly
  • Effective oral and written communication skills, including grammar, editing, and proof-reading skills
  • Ability to work effectively with elected officials, senior corporate officials, high-level public officials, advocacy organizations, legal counsel, and the public

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in environmental policy analysis in collaboration with senior executive branch leadership
  • Experience with Virginia's state legislative and regulatory processes, particularly the executive branch's role in those processes

Special Instructions:

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Please Read Carefully:

This is a restricted position, and the employment is contingent on the continued availability of funding, project assignments and responsibilities.

The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Excluding current DEQ Employees, selected candidates for employment MUST pass a criminal background check. A valid driver’s license is required of all DEQ employees in order to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle.

The Application Process: Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position’s closing date. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.

DEQ Values Veterans: DEQ is a proud member of the Commonwealth of Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program, authorized under the Code of Virginia (§2.2-2001.2). We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible for additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard or Reserve. For more information please visit: https://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/employeebenefits

Our Commitment: DEQ is an equal opportunity employer by both policy and practice. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or against otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. It is DEQ’s intent that its employment and personnel policies and practices conform to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. DEQ will provide if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of accommodation in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. If any assistance is needed, please contact DEQ Human Resources Office at 804-698-4000.

Contact Information:

Name: Ayswarya Renjith

Phone: 804-929-3923

Email: [email protected]


In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Apply Here

About Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality

Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: 201 to 500 Employees
Type: Government
Website: deq.state.ms.us

policy analyst
Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality

deq.state.ms.us
Jackson, MS
Unknown / Non-Applicable
201 to 500 Employees
Government
State & Regional Agencies
Related Jobs

All Related Listed jobs

Leadership Manager
BT Group London, England 68888 GBP ANNUAL Today

London, Birmingham or Bristol hybrid working 3 days in the office, 2 wherever. Fostering the growth of our digital leaders will wield a profound influence on

engineer
Centrica Finsbury Park, England 35337 - GBP ANNUAL Today

engineer Finsbury Park, England

We are...

Driver/Sales
jca loft solutions ltd Manchester 25 - 37.5 GBP HOURLY Today

You will be trained on how to execute a technical survey and shown how to sell to potential clients.. No training needed or wanted.

team member
Golden Gate Bell Restaurant Holdings Danville, CA 34320 - USD HOURLY Today

Starting wage of up to $16.50 is based on availability and experience !


DRG is looking for energetic, enthusiastic individuals...

data engineer
Fiddlehead Technology Moncton 76023 - 50000 CAD ANNUAL Today

Moncton, NB Information Technology Experienced Full-time - Permanent

We are looking for an experienced software engineer to join our team. You...