Strategic Planning Analyst: Lead High-Impact Projects

alleghenycounty; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny County DHS is seeking a Planning Analyst to translate priorities into action and lead high-priority projects from planning through implementation. The role combines analysis, leadership, strategic communication, and stakeholder engagement to drive decisions across DHS and partner organizations.

The position focuses on evidence-based recommendations, research, and cross-agency collaboration. A bachelor’s degree plus two years of related experience is required, with a master’s preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of professional planning or project management experience.
• Master’s degree preferred in human services, public policy, government, finance or public-sector programs.
• Ability to synthesize data, research, and stakeholder perspectives into recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-priority projects from planning through implementation, managing timelines, deliverables, contributors, and risks.
• Analyze program, provider, and financial data to identify issues, evaluate options, and inform decisions.
• Research policy, programs, funding, and promising practices and translate findings into practical recommendations.
• Develop and present recommendations to DHS leadership, using data, research, financial information, and stakeholder input to support decision-making.
• Bring stakeholders together across DHS, government agencies, providers, and community organizations to navigate competing priorities and move work forward.
• Develop critical work products, including plans, budgets, grant proposals, reports, procurements, and leadership briefings.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Project leadership

Facilitation

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Allegheny County DHS is seeking a Planning Analyst to translate priorities into action and lead high-priority projects from planning through implementation. The role combines analysis, leadership, strategic communication, and stakeholder engagement to drive decisions across DHS and partner organizations.

The position focuses on evidence-based recommendations, research, and cross-agency collaboration. A bachelor’s degree plus two years of related experience is required, with a master’s preferred