Policy Analyst III

Sonoma County Executive's Office – Policy Analyst

The Sonoma County Executive's Office is seeking a talented, analytical individual to join their team as a Policy Analyst.

Starting salary up to $71.53/hour ($149,291/year) and a competitive total compensation package!*

Note:

The County Executive's Office is currently recruiting to fill a Policy Analyst position at either the I, II, or III level. If you are interested in being considered at the different levels of this opportunity, you must apply to the separate concurrent recruitments being conducted for each level.

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits
* including:

• Hybrid Telework – A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment. After an initial 100% in‑person period, telework may be offered and will not exceed two days per week.
• Salary Advancement – A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full‑time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range.
• Paid Time Off – Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year.
• Staff Development/Wellness – Annual benefit allowances of up to $2,000 and ongoing education/training opportunities.
• County Paid Health Premium Contributions – 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee‑only and employee + family health plan options.
• Post‑Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement – County contributions to help fund post‑retirement health insurance/benefits.
• Retirement – A pension fully integrated with Social Security.
• Incentive Retirement Savings Plan (IRSP) and 457 Voluntary Deferred Compensation – 3% of salary County contribution to a 401(a), in addition to the County matching up to 1% of base salary in 401(a), based upon employee contribution.
• Paid Parental Leave – May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment.
• Additional Benefits: Excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, professional development, and more.
• Student Loan Debt Relief
  – County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education.

The County Executive’s Office (CEO) carries out policy direction of the Board of Supervisors and serves the public by collaboratively leading and supporting the County organization. The Strategic Initiatives Division is an integral part of achieving this mission by evaluating topics of priority interest of the Board, making recommendations for new policies, and coordinating a variety of projects. As a member of the Strategic Initiatives Division, the Policy Analyst III is responsible for developing new policies and programs, as well as planning and managing complex projects, through researching, analyzing, and interpreting data and anticipating impacts relating to operational, legislative, fiscal, and/or community issues.

In addition to coordinating multi‑department and/or multi‑agency efforts and facilitating ongoing engagement, this position tracks and interprets complex and changing federal and state laws and administrative regulations affecting the County.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Acting as a lead on assigned policy development and other priority special projects.
• Managing contracts and consultants for specific projects and ensuring they are meeting objectives on schedule and monitoring and reporting progress.
• Proactively communicating about project statuses, managing project timelines and budgets, and resolving related issues.
• Writing comprehensive Board items and managing the item approval process.
• Supporting the County's emergency management needs during disaster response and recovery.

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