Ability to analyze and synthesize data and to write reports and make recommendations. Accuracy of information may also impact agency revenue, resources, and performance. Makes recommendations and refers more complex issues to higher level positions. This role is for positions that perform, lead, and may supervise advanced level research, analysis, and evaluation related to economics, policy, legislation, regulations, agency organization, planning, and central budgets. Positions frequently lead project teams that develop and implement recommendations with broad impact.
Project management is often a responsibility.
May represent agency at legislative committee meetings, sub-committee meetings, board meetings, hearings and other public meetings. Frequent c o ntacts with agency management, public officials, and special interest groups to discuss, interpret, and review research, studies, findings, and recommendations. Considerable independence in project leadership, analyses, research, and evaluation. May supervise other staff. Decision-making based on knowledge of specialty area and interpretation of policy, laws, and regulations.