Commerce Specialist 1 - Local Government Fiscal Note Analyst job in Olympia

**This recruitment will b used to fill two non-permanent positions through June 2019 with a possible extension subject to funding. This recruitment may be used to establish a qualified pool of applicants to fill future vacancies.

How would you like to:

Work in an applied research shop that gives you a ring-side seat to the legislative process. These twopositions will perform a variety of professional-level program and research work for the Research Services section, which is located in the Community Assistance and Research Unit in the Local Government Division. These positions are responsible for producing high-quality local government fiscal notes in a timely and through fashion. One position will have a focus on the policy areas of social services and labor issues and the other will have a focus on the policy area of criminal justice.

Duties
Produce local government fiscal notes:

One position will conduct research and write fiscal notes in the policy areas of social services, including children's services and public health, and labor and pension issues. The other position will focus on criminal justice, including juvenile justice, law enforcement, and impacts to prosecution and indigent defense.
Respond to fiscal notes requests within a specified turn-around time, using a variety of analysis tools to meet guidelines established by the Office of Financial Management (OFM), the Legislature, and the section.
Collect and present data from local governments in an accurate, objective, and through manner that informs policymakers on key revenue and/or expenditure aspects of proposed legislation.
With the guidance of the unit manager, negotiate with lead agencies to resolve any disagreements on analytical assumptions.
Qualifications
Required Education
A Bachelor's degree.
Required Experience
A combination of one or more years of experience or college level coursework in each of the following:

Interpreting the technical and political implications of legislation;
Writing concisely, clearly, accurately, objectively, and with appropriate analytical rigor about policy issues that may be technically complex and politically controversial
Interacting effectively with a colleagues, clients, stakeholders, and governmental officials
Functioning effectively in an environment dominated by tight, competing, and often fluid deadlines.

Required Competencies:
Accountability--Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, handles change, sets personal standards, stays focused under pressure, and meets attendance/punctuality requirements.
Customer Service--Handles customer questions and complaints, communicates with customers, handles service problems politely and efficiently, always available for customers, follows procedure to solve customer problems, understands company products and services, maintains pleasant and professional image.
Integrity--Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, and conveys good news and bad.
Leadership--Leads through change and adversity, makes the tough call when needed, builds consensus when appropriate, motivates and encourages others.
Teamwork--Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team leader to meet goals, welcomes newcomers and promotes a team atmosphere.
Results Focus--Targets and achieves results, sets challenging goals, prioritizes tasks, overcomes obstacles, accepts accountability, sets team standards and responsibilities, provides leadership/motivation.
Communication--Communicates well both verbally and in writing, creates accurate and punctual reports, delivers presentations, shares information and ideas with others, has good listening skills.
Organizational Savvy--Operates within the organization's formal and informal structures, builds allies and relationships across departments, uses allies to build consensus and create results, is appropriately diplomatic,
understands others' roles and perspectives, can sell projects and ideas across the organization.
Computer Skills--Skilled in the use of computers, adapts to new technology, keeps abreast of changes, learns new programs quickly, use computers to improve productivity.
Supplemental Information
This position is covered by a union security provision.

I want to work for Commerce! How do I apply?

Click the green "Apply" button near the top of this announcement to get started. Include the following attachments with your completed application:

A letter of interest with a detailed description of your experience as it pertains to the qualifications listed;
A current resume;
A list of at least three professional references.
Include two writing samples that display your policy research and writing skills and experience.
The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of your application and application materials submitted. All information may be verified and documentation may be required.

For questions about this recruitment, please contact Lindsey Henderson at (360)725-2650 or email him at Lindsey.Henderson@commerce.wa.gov.

Additional Information:

The Washington State Department of Commerce complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal Form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.

The Washington State Department of Commerce is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (360) 725-2650. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.