Senior Policy Advisor

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Job location
201 High St SE #600
Salem, OR 97301
United States
Organization information
Organization name: 
Construction Contractor's Board
Street address: 
201 High St SE #600
City: 
Salem
State: 
Oregon
ZIP: 
97301
Job type: 
Policy Development/Advocacy
Position Description: 

The Construction Contractors Board (CCB) promotes fair, honest and competitive construction industry and protects the consumer’s interests. The Board regulates construction contractors and promotes a competitive business environment through education, contractor licensing, dispute resolution, and enforcement. The CCB is a strong team environment with a mission to protect Oregon consumers and promote a positive business climate. With engaged and knowledgeable leadership and staff, the CCB is able to work towards accomplishing this every day.

This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees union (AFSCME).

What’s in it for you:

Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment
Senior-level position in a dynamic customer-focused organization
Colleagues who are passionate about public service
Work/life balance, 10 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package
Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
Live, work, and play in Salem, Oregon
Here’s what you will do:

As the Senior Policy Advisor, you will be part of an organization with a good reputation both within state government and in the communities in which it serves. You will be a key senior-level staff advisor to many agency administration and the board. You will also act as liaison to construction industry stakeholders and state and local government partners. This position requires a unique skill set in both relational and subject matter expertise. Using your technical and legal knowledge, you will provide professional level advice and policy analysis to agency administration, management, the board and elected officials.

You will conduct detailed legal analysis of statutes and administrative rules to advise on policy issues affecting agency operations and the construction industry. You will be the primary liaison between administration and the board, industry groups, external stakeholders and elected officials.

Your duties will also include preparing legislation, rules, publications and educational materials in order to execute the Agency’s mission with input from the Administrator, Management Team and Board of Directors. You’ll be able to plan, schedule, and carry out projects to help internal and external partners to understand agency policy and rules. This will require a strong technical skill set, and also the unique ability to communicate complex subject matter in a way that is understandable to groups with a varying degree of subject matter expertise.

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Requirements: 

Here’s what you need to qualify:

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, or Political Science; and four years professional-level work researching, evaluating and analyzing public policies, statutes, rule or working to interpret, develop and implement public policies.
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience in professional-level work researching, evaluating and analyzing public policies, statutes, rule or working to interpret, develop and implement public policies.
Requested Skills:

A law degree or related legal training, education or experience interpreting statutes, rules and public policies.
Experience with legislative and rulemaking processes
Interpretation and explanation of law and administrative rules
Public speaking experience with a variety of audiences
Experience working with a board or commission
Experience building relationships and a network of internal and external stakeholders
Communicating with a diverse group of individuals, including those who may have competing interests, priorities, or perspectives
Demonstration of initiative in managing multiple projects
Experience working independently and utilizing time management and decision making skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Experience conducting research
Demonstration of critical and analytical thinking
Please ensure that you clearly demonstrate in your application materials that you meet the qualifications listed and that you follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or result in you not being considered for the job.

To apply: 

How to apply:

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To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out the online application and complete the questionnaire.
A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting. Please attach both documents in the “Resume / CV” section of the application.
After you apply:

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Additional information:

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You may be asked to submit a skills assessment, a writing sample, or a video interview as part of the application screening process.
Some travel may be necessary for this position given the statewide impact of agency operations and that stakeholders are spread across the entire state. The successful candidate must have a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Prior to an offer of employment, CCB may request that you provide an official driving record.
Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666. NOTE: If claiming veterans preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section.
The Construction Contractors Board does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.
Helpful Links and contact information:

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For additional information you may contact us by e-mail at [email protected] or by phone at 503.934.2244.

CCB is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Notes: 
Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary range: 
$4,955 - $7,258 monthly
Submission deadline: 
Wednesday, February 19, 2020