POLICY ADVISOR

The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED) assists the Mayor in the coordination, planning, supervision, and execution of economic development efforts in the District of Columbia with the goal of creating and preserving affordable housing, creating jobs, and increasing tax revenue. DMPED pursues policies and programs that create strong neighborhoods, expand, and diversify the local economy, and provide residents with pathways to the middle class.

Incumbent is responsible for managing DMPED’s legislative operation; assisting in the development of message, policy positions and legislative initiatives; creating and implementing long and short-term legislative priorities for the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development; and managing and mentoring a legislative team.

Duties and Responsibilities

Incumbent provides expert advice on all DMPED legal matters and attends weekly tracking meetings to review progress on all docketed matters to articulate the case priorities of the Deputy Mayor. Assists the Deputy Mayor with preparation for open meetings and hearings in formal cases. Incumbent reviews and analyzes briefing papers and technical memoranda on designated policy issues prior to and after formal case hearings along with pertinent documents filed in formal proceedings. Monitors activities at the DC City Council, the Office of the Mayor, and other key District Government agencies, as appropriate. Analyzes proposed legislation, proposed and final rulemakings, court opinions and other issuances and advises on their impacts, when requested or as appropriate.

Incumbent stays abreast of issues and decisions that impact proceedings and matters at DMPED. Analyzes proposed and final rulemakings and other issuances and advises on their impacts, when requested or as appropriate.Develops responses to high-level inquiries regarding DMPED action pertinent to issues of significant importance and/or consequence, complexity, or sensitivity. Prepares or reviews speeches to present to community groups, stakeholders, and other interested organizations to ensure that the actions of DMPED and the views of the Deputy Mayor are accurately presented and consistent with the DMPED’s overall mission and vision.

Incumbent attends internal and external meetings where issues of significant importance are discussed, and significant decisions are made. Represents the views of the Deputy Mayor; explains positions taken by the agency on real estate issues while attending meetings, seminars, lectures, and federal, District, or industry conferences. Acts as a liaison with certain District agencies as requested.

Qualifications and Education

Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position and has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, the applicant must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.

Licenses and Certifications

None

Working Conditions/Environment

Work is performed in an office setting.

Other Significant Facts

Tour of Duty: Monday – Friday 8:15 a.m.- 4:45 p.m.

Pay Plan, Series, Grade: CS-301-15

Promotional Potential: None

Duration of Appointment: Career Service Regular Appointment

Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not in a collective bargaining unit.

If the position you are applying for is in the Career, Management Supervisory, or Educational Service at an annual salary of one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) or more, you must establish residency in the District of Columbia within one hundred eighty (180) days of the effective date of the appointment and continue to maintain residency within the District of Columbia throughout the duration of the appointment.

Position Designation: This position has been designated as Security Sensitive. The incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability - Security Sensitive.

EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.