Manager – Intergovernmental Affairs & Public Policy

Thorough knowledge of state and federal policymaking processes
Thorough knowledge of appropriations and authorization legislation
Thorough knowledge of relevant advocacy channels and organizations
Thorough knowledge of functions and operations of publicly-funded human services
Thorough knowledge of state and federal legislative authorities and funding mechanisms relevant to human services
Thorough knowledge of the organization and structure of governments within Allegheny County (e.g., County, City, other municipal)
Thorough knowledge of local and national foundations
Ability to analyze, synthesize and translate complex information to inform decisions
Ability to conduct detailed policy research
Ability to prepare written summaries and reports
Ability to create new processes and procedures to enable position objectives
Ability to work well with minimal supervision
Ability to ask questions and dig deeper to build understanding
Ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with DHS leaders, staff and partners
Ability to manage multiple projects and complete them accurately and on time
Ability to publicly present and write with clarity

Manages the systems and relationships needed to anticipate and respond to administrative and legislative policy changes
Develops working relationships with government officials and staff, affinity organizations and associations, foundations, other human services agencies, and DHS Deputies and other leaders
Establishes mechanisms for quickly identifying, and organizing DHS’s response to, changes in federal/state policy and legislation impacting human services
Organizes DHS’s response to administrative and legislative changes, by sharing information about their anticipated impact with DHS leaders and helping them plan for resultant impacts to practice, processes, and revenue
Presents policy analyses to DHS leaders and other stakeholders
Represents DHS in communications with state (e.g., PA DHS) and federal agencies (e.g., HHS and HUD), as well as with foundations, as needed
Maintains a current understanding of DHS’s revenue sources and supports budget planning at DHS with information about relevant funding opportunities
Contributes expertise and specialized skills (writing and analysis) to key Planning team deliverables, including proposal development and the preparation of state-required plans and budgets

No preferred qualifications provided.