Policy Analyst

The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia is seeking a Policy Analyst within the Director’s Office of the Child Support Services Division’s Policy Unit. The Child Support Services Division (CSSD) goal is to elevate the well-being of children and the self-sufficiency of families by delivering first-rate child support services that help parents meet the financial, medical, and emotional needs of their children. The ideal candidates must have case management experience, knowledge, and experience rendering Child Support services.

Duties and Responsibilities

This position is located in the Child Support Services Division (CSSD), Office of the Attorney General (OAG), Government of the District of Columbia. The incumbent is responsible for providing essential analytical; planning; policy and procedural development, dissemination, and implementation; and evaluation services for CSSD.

The position is responsible for providing essential analytical; planning; policy and procedural development, dissemination, and implementation; and evaluation services for CSSD.

Incumbent provides administrative, program, and management analysis support to CSSD. More specifically, the incumbent's duties and responsibilities include planning, policy research, analysis, evaluation, communication, and liaison functions with other human services and revenue programs in the District with which the child support program must interact. Analyzes and evaluates the performance and effectiveness of line program operations, as well as federal performance measures, in meeting established goals and objectives. Evaluates and advises CSSD leadership on the organization, methods, and procedures for providing administrative support systems, such as case records, payment records, and histories, maintenance, and updates of policy and procedures manuals, communications, forms, files, directives, and documentation. Develops training programs and materials related to CSSD and other relevant programs, policies, and procedures. Coordinates training deliveries and follow up with the CSSD Training Coordinator or other appropriate co-workers, as requested.

Performs work related to special projects or studies for CSSD, including reports on specific methodologies for improving program performance and efficiencies; analyzes benefit/cost ratios; etc. Responds to inquiries from District and federal officials to ensure compliance with established District and federal performance measures and program directives as well as to ensure that all program impacts are thoroughly measured, assessed, and addressed. Participates in various committees and task forces to provide leadership, recommend policy and procedure revisions, and provide input regarding policy and administrative issues, concerns, and problems.

***Applicants must submit one professional or academic writing sample that demonstrates your research abilities and analytical writing skills. It should be no longer than 10 pages in length and independently authored by applicant within the last 5 years. Application must be completed in its entirety. If experiencing issues uploading attachments please send the required documents to oagrecruitment@dc.gov. Failure to submit the required documentation may lead to non-consideration for the position***

Qualifications and Education

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the CS-12 grade level, or its non-District equivalent gained from either the public or private sector. Degree in behavioral or social science or related disciplines appropriate to the position is preferred. Experience in federal policy and/or child support policy is strongly preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:

None

Working Conditions/Environment

Work is generally performed in an office setting.

Other Significant Factors

Tour of Duty: Monday – Friday 8:15 a.m.- 4:45 p.m.

Pay Plan, Series, Grade: CS-0301-13

Salary Range: $100,630 - $129,671

Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by AFSCME Local 2401.

Duration of Appointment: Career Service - Regular

Position Designation: This position has been deemed Sensitive under the guidelines of the DC Personnel Manual. Incumbents of this position are subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC personnel regulations. Accordingly, incumbents must successfully pass a criminal background and consumer credit check as a condition of employment and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of their tenure.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, genetic information, or political affiliation.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, source of income, or place of residence or business. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above-protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

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