Hybrid Legislative Analyst presso City of Lansing, MI

About the Department

The City of Lansing, Michigan is seeking an experienced Legislative Analyst professional that is detailed-oriented and highly motivated, to work under the direction of City Council (8 standing members).   

This full time on-site position is ideal for a professional who is familiar with local municipal government and committed to making a difference. The Legislative Analyst will play a key role in providing legislative support, policy analysis, and research to Council members and is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills, demonstrates leadership and innovation that positively impacts the City of Lansing.  

The City of Lansing is located in the heart of Ingham County and has portions in Clinton County and Eaton County.  It borders East Lansing and Michigan State University, along with Holt and DeWitt.  Its location offers Lansing residents access to a broad range of amenities, including highly rated colleges and universities, healthcare facilities, professional sports venues, cultural arts and enrichment opportunities, places of worship, and a robust and varied array of restaurant/dining options. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS & TRAINING: Failure to obtain or maintain job required qualifications will result in appropriate action consistent with provision of the appropriate Personnel Rules. Failure to obtain the necessary certification may result in lay-off or discharge at the sole discretion of City Council.

• Must complete and pass a background check before placement in position.
• Required to sign a confidentiality agreement upon hire.
• Position appointed by City Council and serves at will.
   

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

• The City of Lansing reserves the right to utilize equivalencies where deemed appropriate with regard to education and experience requirements.
• Two (2) or more years' experience in legislative analysis, policy development or government relations.
• Strong knowledge of legislative and regulatory process at the local, state, and federal level.
• Strong analytical, writing and communication skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legislative tracking tools.
• Experience working in a legislative office, public agency, or advocacy organization preferred.

PHYSICAL CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS: Frequently required to sit, talk, hear and listen. Good vision required to read and interpret documents. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with the Lansing City Council; City of Lansing directors, managers and employees; and outside agencies. Ability to enter and retrieve data from computerized, typed, and written sources. Some travel required must attend night meetings as required.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Office environment some travel to hearings and stakeholder meetings.  Open to both remote and hybrid work arrangements for this role, with the structure to be determined based on mutual agreement.  Required to follow safety protocols applicable while visiting city facilities including use of any needed protective equipment

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodation will be provided, if necessary, for individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.   Should you need any disability related accommodation in the application and/or selection process, please contact the Department of Human Resources

The essential position functions listed below do not include all functions which may be found in this position as duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or modified at any time. 

• Perform in-dept quantitative analysis leading to actionable recommendations to City Council.
• Perform various ad-hoc reporting, research and analysis duties to support day-to-day operational and strategy management decisions.
• Facilitate communication and coordination between agencies, ensuring technology solutions align with their specific needs.
• Consult with City Council and management to identify, define and document business needs, current operational procedures, problems and input and output requirements.  Create business requirements documents, process flows, use cases and screen mock-ups as needed and obtain stakeholder approval.
• Other task as assigned.

Position Duties

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

Attach resume, cover letter, and verification of education/degree (transcripts) and/or relevant certifications with application.

Minimum Qualifications

The City of Lansing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Certified Veteran Friendly Employer.

The City of Lansing provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, or during employment, notify the Department of Human Resources at (517) 483-4004. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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