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Water Policy Analyst / Water and IWRS Policy Analyst (2 positions)

(Operations and Policy Analyst 3)  

The Oregon Water Resources Department is currently recruiting for two full-time permanent and/or job rotations for a Water Policy Analyst and a Water and IWRS Policy Analyst (Operations and Policy Analyst 3 / Option to underfill Operations and Policy Analyst 2) in Salem, Oregon, with the opportunity to work partially remotely on a schedule agreed upon by the manager and employee. 

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If you are passionate about serving the public and your team, apply today!  

• Provide a brief (no more than 1 page) cover letter indicating why you are interested in, and a good candidate for, the Water Policy Analyst / Water and IWRS Policy Analystpositions at the Oregon Water Resources Department and a paragraph or two containing your personal statement on diversity, equity and inclusion.  
• Provide a brief (no more than 2 page) resume indicating your experience pertinent to the required and desired qualifications in this announcement.  

 Position Information  

What you will do! 

There are two positions available. These positions will provide operations and policy support in the Director’s Office concerning water policy and rulemaking. A key portion of the work will involve policy research, project management, rule writing, managing rulemaking processes, and interfacing with stakeholders and the public to solicit input on agency policies, programs, and proposals. These positions will also represent the agency before commissions, task forces, councils, and at other venues. In addition, these positions will work with other members of the Policy Section team on legislative coordination, emergency preparedness and response, the Integrated Water Resources Strategy, special projects, tribal affairs, policy research, public records requests, and public information and outreach activities.

Position Distinctions:

In addition to the above, the Water and IWRS Policy Analyst (1 position) will also provide operations and policy support for the IWRS Specialist concerning the Integrated Water Resources Strategy (IWRS) and will also assist the policy manager with tribal government-to-government relations. The IWRS provides a blueprint to help the state focus its efforts around two key goals—improving our understanding of Oregon’s water resources, and meeting Oregon’s water resources needs. The IWRS is a multiagency document requiring coordination among local, state, and federal partners as well as engagement with the public and advisory groups, covering a broad range of issues including water quantity, water quality, and ecosystem needs. The Department works with Oregon’s nine federally recognized Indian Tribes on issues related to water supply, watershed management, and water distribution, including water rights held or claimed by the Tribes and/or tribal members.

In addition to the above, the Water Policy Analyst (1 position) will also provide operations and policy support in the Director’s Office concerning cannabis and enforcement policy, and climate and drought related policy. In recent years, the Department has seen an increase in cannabis and enforcement water management issues and policies, in addition to droughts increasing in frequency due to climate change.

What we are looking for 

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may not meet every one of our listed preferred qualifications. Lived experience may count towards the preferred qualifications. If you are excited about this position, we encourage you to apply. If you are unsure as to whether you meet the preferred qualifications of this position, please contact us to discuss your application.    

Minimum Qualifications: Operations and Policy Specialist 3  

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.

OR;

• Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification. 

Minimum Qualifications: Operations and Policy Specialist 2 (Underfill) 

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.

OR;

• Any combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification

Preferred Qualifications  

In addition to the knowledge and skills in the job specifications, ideal candidates will also bring many of the following preferred qualifications:   

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to accurately communicate and distill highly technical (law, policy, and science) and complex information for elected officials, the media, lawyers, stakeholders, and the public in writing, presentations, or conversations.
• Experience with rule or policy development and implementation, such as developing rules or legislation, obtaining feedback on and amending proposals, meeting with stakeholders to discuss agency proposals and programs, and meeting with internal staff to implement new policies.
• Ability to and understanding of best practices to facilitate meetings with large groups of stakeholders in order to obtain input on agency proposals. Experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholder groups to resolve policy issues, including leading and facilitating workgroups or rules advisory meetings, and negotiating on amendments to legislation or rules.
• A commitment to helping the Department advance diversity, equity, and inclusion, and racial and environmental justice.
• Strong presentation skills: experience developing and providing presentations at hearings, board meetings, or conferences.
• Experience researching and fact-checking information
• Ability to exercise strategic thinking and effective judgment to prepare for and respond to high-visibility issues and events.
• Identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Demonstrated success at developing internal and external relationships, building mutual trust, respect and cooperation. 
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, with an ability to anticipate needs and exercise initiative. 
• Strong listening skills: giving full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, and ask appropriate questions.
• Proficient with Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with or knowledge of best practices in tribal government to government relations
• Experience as an agency rules coordinator

Note:   In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use both the minimum and preferred qualifications above to determine whom to interview. Please make sure all your relevant qualifications are clearly demonstrated in your application materials. Your application materials may be evaluated on spelling, grammar, punctuation, attention to detail, and presentation.  

SALARY INFORMATION  

The table below shows the monthly salary ranges for each classification level included in this posting.   

NON-PERS ELIGIBLE (Includes most new hires to state government. Employees typically gain PERS eligibility after six months of state service.  

OPA3 $5,234.00 - $8,043.00

OPA2 (underfill option) $4,552.00 - $6,964.00

PERS ELIGIBLE (Typically current or former employees of Oregon state or local government, public schools, universities, etc.)  

OPA3 $5,597.00 - $8,603.00

OPA2 (underfill option) $4,868.00 - $7,447.00

What’s in it for you! 

The opportunity to:   

• Work on interesting and important issues critical to shaping Oregon’s water policy for current and future generations.
• Join an organization with smart, driven co-workers who care about public service, water resources, and their co-workers.   
• Work with a team that welcomes new ideas.   
• Practice and grow your skills and experience through challenging work.   
• The opportunity to join a team of professionals who are passionate about what they do!  

Benefits 

We offer a competitive benefits package that offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for the employee and their qualified family members, as well as paid sick leave, vacation leave, personal leave, and 10 paid holidays a year. In addition, we offer membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and you have the opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $5,597.00 - $8,603.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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