Legislative & Policy Analyst

Commonwealth of Virginia

Richmond, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$75,000–$95,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Background Investigation, Communication Skills, Construction Planning, Cookies, Documentation, Driver's License, Government, Land Use, Leadership, Legal, Legal Support Skills, Military, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, People Management, Policy Analysis, Political Science, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Project Design, Public Administration, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Roadway Construction, Systems Analysis, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Writing Skills
LOCATION
Richmond, VA
POSTED
9 days ago

Legislative & Policy Analyst - Richmond, Virginia, United States

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Legislative & Policy Analyst

  • 5106408
  • Richmond, Virginia, United States
  • Department of Military Affairs
  • Administrative Services
  • Law / Judiciary
  • Public Relations / Communications
  • Full-Time (Salaried)
  • Closing at: Jun 24 2026 - 23:55 EDT
  • Department of Military Affairs

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Title: Legislative & Policy Analyst

State Role Title: Policy Planning Spec II

Hiring Range: $75,000 - $95,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Military Affairs

Location: Richmond DSCR

Agency Website: DMA

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About the Department of Military Affairs:

The Virginia Department of Military Affairs State Team provides professional and responsive state support functions to the Adjutant General of Virginia, the Virginia National Guard, the Virginia Air Guard, and the Virginia Defense Force in order to ensure their ability to support and defend the United States and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Purpose of Position:

Manage policies and procedures for Military Affairs in the Commonwealth and oversee all legislative, congressional, grassroots, military organization and executive branch relations.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience working and interacting with the General Assembly and the Executive Branch of Virginia government;

Deep understanding of legislative processes, strong analytical skills, and a background in political science, public administration, or law;

Familiarity with government databases, legislative tracking systems, and policy analysis tools is essential;

Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills to effectively advocate for the agency"s interests;

Strong communication skills both oral and written to be able to communicate with senior leadership;

Ability to track and measure high level goals and objectives;

Valid Driver"s License and an acceptable driving record required.

Additional Considerations

Knowledge of the Federal legislative process;

Understanding of the Virginia National Guard and its policies, procedures, and structure preferred;

Experience as a legislative liaison strongly preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Employment offers may be subject to any of the following:

o Extensive criminal background check

o CPS check

o Pre-employment drug screening

o Employment reference checks

o Virginia DMV Driver Alert System

o Pre-employment physical examination

Must have, and maintain, a valid Driver's License for the duration of employment.

The Department of Military Affairs is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. DMA encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

We are a "Virginia Values Veterans" (V3) certified state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application and/or resume.

AmeriCorps and Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume, or manually listed in the "Relevant Work History" section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration

This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment).

Contact Information

Name: Loreley A. Leabhart

Phone: (804) 313-1694

Email: loreley.a.leabhart2.nfg@army.mil

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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