Technical, consultative and planning work involving organizational and policy development work for the Agency of Human Services. Duties involve analysis of existing or potential program areas and preparation of appropriate recommendations, development of policy recommendations, and action plans. Some supervision may be exercised on a project basis.
Work is performed under the general supervision of an administrative supervisor.
Performs in-depth analysis of existing or potential problem situations or program areas. Analysis may include issue identification and clarification, determining the types and numbers of clients to be served, determining the nature and extent of needed services, preparing estimates of potential funding and staffing needs, developing possible delivery mechanisms, determining the cost effectiveness of prospective program benefits, and determining the socio-economic impact of current or proposed programs upon the Vermont community. Prepares recommendations to Agency management. May provide testimony concerning Agency programs, program activities, program resources, and program results for legislative or public hearings. May serve as chairperson or principal resource person to special study groups.