Workforce Analyst jobs in Olympia, WA

Description

Duties

Some of the duties include:

• Monitor and evaluate state and federal laws and policies impacting workforce development, aligning with state objectives and WIOA mandates.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to develop evidence-based policy proposals reflecting stakeholder input and strategic objectives.
• Conduct in-depth research, synthesize data, and formulate policy recommendations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on workforce development matters, advising stakeholders including agency leadership, legislators, and the public.
• Investigate best practices, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to inform policy making and program development.
• Lead collaborative meetings with diverse stakeholders to drive integrated workforce development strategies and policy dialogues forward.
• Cultivate positive relationships and garner support for initiatives by serving as a liaison to various stakeholders.
• Design, manage, and monitor project plans and compliance with legislative requirements for Board initiatives.
• Provide technical assistance and develop resources for Board subcommittees and local workforce development boards.
• Analyze legislation, evaluate programs for improvement, and advocate for workforce policy through interactions with legislators and direct testimony in legislative sessions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Excel;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to present to and engage with diverse audiences;
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to plan, coordinate, and complete multiple tasks and assignments effectively and on a regular basis, with little supervision or oversight;
• Strong facilitation, relationship-building, and mediation skills, with experience in consensus-building among diverse stakeholder groups with competing interests; AND
• Demonstrated ability to research state and federal regulations, policies and best practices, analyze data, develop policy recommendations, combine administrative data, research results, and field experiences to craft compelling narratives that influence policymakers and stakeholders.

• Eight (8) years of experience in workforce development or related field, OR experience conducting legal research and analyzing policies, laws, rules, or regulations to develop policy ad procedure, OR comparable combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of WIOA, or Washington workforce system and its implications for state and local workforce development programs and stakeholders.
• In-depth knowledge of government organization and administrative procedures, office methods and procedures, business processes involving project management, agency policies and procedures;
• Experience working within a state or local workforce development board, service provider, training provider, educational institution or similar entity.
• Familiarity with state legislative processes and systems.
• Knowledge of federal grant processes, strategic planning, proposal development and/or compliance reporting.

Supplemental Information

Please provide the following documents to be considered; failure to do so may result in you not being considered for the position:

• A letter of interest (no more than 2 pages) explaining how you have prepared yourself for this position.
• A current resume or CV, detailing experience, and education
• A current list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact information