Closing Date:  Extended until July 21, 2023

About the Montgomery County Council

The Montgomery County Council is seeking an outstanding professional who is dedicated to public policy work that influences and shapes our community to fill a Legislative Analyst position; with a focus on transportation budgets, plans, policies and laws and regulations.  This position may be filled at either of the following levels:

• Legislative Analyst II, Grade 26 - $72,061 - $118,509
• Legislative Analyst III, Grade 28 - $78,719 - $130,167

The Council’s synergy of talent, resources and support makes the Council an ideal employer for individuals who are looking to innovate, work on a diverse range of issues and create blueprints for bold thinking. Council staffers work with elected leaders, community groups, subject-matter experts and residents on a wide range of issues such as budgeting, legislation and land use decisions. Join an organization with a commitment to meeting the dynamic needs of more than one million residents as we govern for today and plan for the future.  

About the position

This position performs fiscal and policy analysis of transportation and related issues under consideration by the County Council, Council committees and Council appointed committees and task forces. Responsibilities include analyzing major program, policy, budget, and/or legislative issue areas, developing and maintaining technical expertise on these issue areas, conducting relevant research, and furnishing policy advice and guidance to the elected officials. Specific analytical assignments for this position vary with the Council’s needs and priorities.

The ideal candidate for a legislative analyst position would demonstrate:

• Strong fiscal, data, and policy analysis skills
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with elected/appointed officials and community leaders
• The ability to prepare written documents that convey complex information clearly and concisely
• An ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• An interest in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of local government programs and services
• An understating of transportation design, construction and operations
• Experience working in or with a State or local transportation department agency

Additional Information:

This position requires the ability to attend meetings or perform work at locations outside of the office and may require attendance at evening meetings.

For additional information about our exciting benefit offerings and total reward summary, please Check out our competitive benefits here!

If filled as a Legislative Analyst II

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree

Experience: Three (3) years of professional experience in a subject area relevant to local government administration including at least one (1) year of professional experience with a legislative body or committee.

Equivalency:  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

If filled as a Legislative Analyst III

Education:  Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.

Experience:  Four (4) years of professional level program experience in a subject area relevant to local government administration including at least two (2) years of professional experience with a legislative body or committee.

Equivalency:  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

There are no preferred criteria for this position.  All minimally qualified candidates will be placed on the eligible list with a status of qualified and may receive an interview invitation. The selection interview will evaluate such things as the items highlighted below. Taking the time to address these areas in your resume is recommended.  Candidates applying for this position should include a cover letter along with a resume addressing the areas listed below.　

1.  Master’s in Public Policy, Civil Engineering, or related field
2. Demonstrated experience in policy review of fiscal, economic, and tax issues and/or data analysis, with particular reference to state and/or local government
3. Experience in preparing clear written reports on policy issues
4. Experience in conducting clear oral presentations to government officials, the public, and the press
5. Experience in working effectively with elected and appointed officials, heads of agencies and departments, other government officials, or leaders in the private sector and civic organizations.