Senior Policy & Legislation Analyst (Hybrid)

King County, Washington; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plan

Parental leave

Transit pass

Deferred compensation

Pension plan

Job summary

The Metropolitan King County Council is seeking a Senior Legislative Analyst to join its central policy staff. The role involves conducting analyses of legislation and policy issues, developing policy options, and presenting findings to council committees in a neutral, nonpartisan manner.

Required are a master's degree and at least six years of professional analytical experience; strong quantitative and qualitative skills, and ability to communicate complex ideas clearly.

Qualifications

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative, non-partisan analyses of legislation and policy issues.
• Develop policy and fiscal options for decision-makers with limited supervision.
• Provide expert consultation in legislation and policy development.
• Research and analyze legislation; identify legislative and executive intent.
• Prepare and present staff reports and briefings for committees.
• Draft legislation and amendments for council consideration and compliance.
• Develop new proposals based on requests.
• Review annual budget proposals and develop options.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present staff reports and briefings for council committees.
• Draft legislation and amendments as required for council consideration.
• Develop policy and fiscal options for decision-makers.
• Analyze legislation and policy issues to identify impacts and risks.

Skills

Qualitative analysis

Quantitative analysis

Non-partisan analysis

Policy development

Budget analysis

Presentation skills

Legislation briefing

Education

Master's degree + 6 years experience

Job description

The Metropolitan King County Council is seeking a Senior Legislative Analyst to join its central policy staff. The role involves conducting analyses of legislation and policy issues, developing policy options, and presenting findings to council committees in a neutral, nonpartisan manner.

Required are a master's degree and at least six years of professional analytical experience; strong quantitative and qualitative skills, and ability to communicate complex ideas clearly.