Policy Analyst (Community Development and Housing Division)

Title: Policy Analyst (Community Development and Housing Division)

State Role Title: Policy Planning Spec I

Hiring Range: $55K-$65K

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Housing & Cmnty Devel

Location: Main Street Centre

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

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

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Interested in making a significant contribution and impact on your community while building a meaningful career in public service? The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has an opportunity for someone entering the workforce who is eager to grow in the field of public policy and community development as a Policy Analyst.

In this role, you will work alongside the Associate Director of Policy and Compliance, supporting key areas such as program design, compliance, reporting, evaluation, and developing new, innovative housing programs. You will work with a passionate team to create action plans to ensure the program follows federal regulations and supports the effective use of program funding. Your work has the potential to directly influence how resources are allocated to better serve communities.

As a Policy Analyst, you will:
•Assist in policy analysis to identify and address program challenges.
•Make data-driven recommendations that improve program impact and efficiency.
•Help develop funding applications and manage grants.
•Conduct research, design surveys, and monitor program performance.
•Contribute to modernizing and standardizing policies and procedures,
•Create user friendly staff manuals to support program implementation.

If you are passionate about public policy, eager to learn and expand your horizons in community development, DHCD encourages you to apply and grow with us.

Valid driver’s license and occasional travel are required.

The appointment is to a restricted position, funded in part by non-general funds. The availability of funding is scheduled for review on an annual basis. Continued employment is contingent on the continued availability of grants and non-general funds.

Commonwealth of Virginia benefits/incentives include:
Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Tuition Reimbursement
Dental/Medical/Vision plans
Sick, Family/Personal, Annual, Military, and Community Service Leave
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Disability Plans (Short and Long Term)
Retirement and Savings plans
Life and Long-Term Care Insurance Telework Eligible Commonwealth of VA Employees ONLY discounts

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Minimum Qualifications

•Knowledge of data collection methods, data management, and data analysis techniques.
•Skilled in reading and interpreting policies, regulations, and procedures.
•Skilled in managing multiple assignments while organizing and prioritizing work.
•Demonstrated ability to identify trends/ discrepancies, analyze problems, develop solutions, articulate findings, and make recommendations, delivering clear and actionable insights.
•Demonstrated ability to engage with stakeholders in writing and orally.
•Experience in the application of policy analysis, program evaluation, or strategic planning methods.
•Experience with facilitating group meetings with participants of varying capacities and diversity.
•Experience in using a PC and a variety of software to input data and produce graphics, and to create and manipulate electronic databases.
•Experiencing conducting research, synthesize information, and draft comprehensive and accurate reporting.

Additional Considerations

•Knowledge of the state budget and legislative process.
•Knowledge of federal and state housing, homeless services, and community development programs.
•HUD Consolidated Planning experience.
•Experience with grant administration and project management preferred.

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.

Application Process:
Individuals