An employee in this class is responsible for analysis, planning and evaluation of department-wide legislative, budgetary and programmatic activities. Working with the operating divisions, responsibility extends to studying the impact of statutory and fiscal proposals. Such research serves as the basis of the decision-making process at the Department's executive level. Incumbents ensure that the Commissioner's management staff and the state legislature receive specialized information presentations.
Performance is evaluated on the basis of results achieved.
Evaluates existing and proposed welfare services and programs delivered by the Department throughout the state. Prepares analyses of projected impacts on administration and program delivery functions in response to proposed statutory changes or federal mandates. Analyzes policy issues, identifies problem areas and develops alternatives for solution. Analyzes spending patterns, cost effectiveness reports and budgetary needs so as to develop recommendations for consideration of the Commissioner Translates program objectives into coordinated budget proposals on a department-wide level. Participates in the development and presentation of legislative and budgetary proposals.