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Legal Policy

4 months ago

Atlanta, United States GeorgiaGov Full time

Job Title:Legal and Policy Research Analyst 2

Division: Legislative Affairs

Job Profile Summary

The Legal and Policy Research Analyst works closely with the Director of Legislative Affairs toprovidesupportonEmployees’RetirementSystemofGeorgia(ERSGA) statutory, research, and legal matters. ERSGA administers five separate and distinct cost-sharing, multiple employer defined benefit pension plans for various employer agencies of the State of Georgia, as well as three defined contribution plans and a life insuranceplan.

Strong knowledge and understanding of regulatory and legal issues is preferred. Highly proficient research skills are necessary, as is the ability to efficiently evaluate, edit, and organize information.Technicalskillsrequiredincludein-depthinternetresearchcapabilities,aswellasan understandingoftheOfficialCodeofGeorgiaAnnotated.Incumbent mustbefamiliarwith state and/or federal rules, regulations, and statutes.

Job Responsibilities & Performance Standards

Conduct research to ascertain proper interpretation of authorizing legislation, applicable statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures for all ERSGA Plans Analyze new State and Federal changes, alerts, laws and regulations to determine impact to plans, processes and procedures, and make suggestions to leadership based on such research Maintain and update legislative tracking for State and Federal level bills Attend legislative committee meetings Construct sound legal arguments based on legislative or regulatory changes Develop, organize, and maintain electronic library of laws, legal interpretations, opinions, and board decisions Complete research on various issues such as plan eligibility determination based on statutes, regulations, and board procedures Work with subject matter experts to prepare responses to legal discovery requests such as interrogatories, production of documents, etc. Assist with completion and maintain documentation for all incoming Agency Open Records Requests, Request for Production of Documents, and Freedom of Information Act Requests Draft white papers, summaries, issue briefs, talking points, AG opinion requests as assigned Maintain documentation related to internal ethics inquiries Review and update Board Rules and Regulations filed with the Secretary of State as needed for each respective Plan Maintain and document mandated fiduciary educational Trustee Training required for Board of Trustees members for each respective Board Review ERSGA communications as needed Participate in staff meetings to discuss status of various projects Maintain knowledge of legal and research software programs Analyze and evaluate information from multiple sources Accept tasks and special projects as assigned by management 

Technical Competencies Required for Job

Research and Policy

§Ability to research and analyze regulations, laws, policies, andprocedures

§Strong command of gathering statistical data

§Ability to research complex issues and recommend solutions

§Ability to research and understand policy surrounding Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution retirement plans

Computer/Technical Ability

§Skills with MS Office and strong Excelskills

§Knowledge of Lexis Nexus and Ga Law on Disk

§Knowledge of Adobe software products

Project Management

§Ability to manage multiple projects

§Proven success with managing deliverables from various sources

Communication

Writing skills, such as the ability toconstruct sound legal arguments, produce position papers, fact sheets, issue guides,etc.

§Ability to successfully interact/interface with third parties such as lawyers, research associates, or public officials

Statewide Core Behavioral Competencies Required for Job

Advanced Level Competencies

Organizing

Able to keep projects moving toward completion; able to keep track of many things that must be done within a given timeframe; able to act according to priorities; able to balance workload demands

Proficient Level Competencies

Detailed knowledge, understanding, and application of the competency required to be successful in the job; Ability to handle non-routine problems and situations; Requires minimal guidance or supervision / works independently; Consistently demonstrates success in the competency; Capable of assisting others in the application of the competency.

Accountability

Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to delivering on his/her public duty and presenting oneself as a credible representative of the Agency and State to maintain the public’s trust

Results Orientation

Consistently delivers required business results; sets and achieves achievable, yet aggressive, goals; consistently complies with quality standards and meets deadlines; maintains focus on Agency and State goals

Basic Level Competencies

Judgment and Decision Making

Analyzes problems by evaluating available information and resources; develops effective, viable solutions to problems which can help drive the effectiveness of the department and/or State of Georgia

Teamwork and Cooperation

Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals; works with employees within and across his/her department to achieve shared goals; treats others with dignity and respect and maintains a friendly demeanor; values the contributions of others

Transformers of Government

Develops innovative approaches to address problems and drive continuous improvement in State programs and processes; drives effective and smooth change initiatives across the State by communicating, confirming understanding, and actively working with stakeholders to overcome resistance

Additional Behavioral Competencies Required for Job

Proficient Level Competencies

Detailed knowledge, understanding, and application of the competency required to be successful in the job; Ability to handle non-routine problems and situations; Requires minimal guidance or supervision / works independently; Consistently demonstrates success in the competency; Capable of assisting others in the application of the competency.

Problem Solving

Communication

Flexibility

Negotiation and Influence

Basic Level Competencies

Creativity and Innovation

Applies creative problem-solving skills to his/her work to develop solutions to problems; recognizes and demonstrates the value in taking “smart” risks and learning from mistakes; develops multiple alternatives and understands the feasibility of each; effectively shares and implements his/her ideas

Cultural Awareness

Demonstrates an open-minded approach to understanding people regardless of their gender, age, race, national origin, religion, ethnicity, disability status, or other characteristics; treats all people fairly and consistently; effectively works with people from diverse backgrounds by treating them with dignity and respect

Project Management

Initiative

Proactively identifies ways to contribute to the State’s goals and missions; achieves results without needing reminders from others; identifies and takes action to address problems and opportunities

Flexibility

Conflict Management

Addresses conflicts by focusing on the issues at hand to develop effective solutions when disputes or disagreements occur; helps others resolve conflicts by providing impartial mediation when needed

Professional Development

Demonstrates a commitment to professional development by proactively seeking opportunities to develop new capabilities, skills, and knowledge; acquires the skills needed to continually enhance his/her contribution to the State and to his/her respective profession

Customer Service

Understands that all State employees have external and/or internal customers that they provide services and information to; honors all of the State’s commitments to customers by providing helpful, courteous, accessible, responsive, and knowledgeable service

ERS Career Development Levels

·Legal and Policy Research Analyst 3

Work Environment

This is a general office environment consisting of cubicle desk space. Ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment are provided as found in a typical office environment.

Physical Demands

ERS Preferred Qualifications

Completion of a bachelor’s degree in Business, Political Science/Government, History, Law, Public Policy, Public Administration, Communications, or similar field of study AND at least two years of relevant professional experience. As an alternative to a degree, candidate may have six years of relevant professional experience.

Statewide Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business, business administration, public administration or related area from an accredited college or university AND One year of related experience in area of assignment OR Four years of experience in the related area of assignment OR One year of experience required at the lower level Legal Analysis Spec 1 (LEP040) or position equivalent.