Management Analyst II - Legislative & Policy AnalystLocation: Nevada Health Authority (NVHA), Carson City, Nevada
Hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours/week, in-office
Hourly Rate: $30.97 - $45.98, depending on experience
This position focuses on monitoring proposed legislation, analyzing statutory and regulatory changes, and evaluating their potential impact on agency programs, operations, and policies. The Management Analyst II will prepare legislative summaries, reports, and recommendations to support informed decision-making by agency leadership.
The ideal candidate has direct experience researching and tracking legislative bills, interpreting statutory language, and communicating legislative developments to management. Candidates with backgrounds in government affairs, legislative research, public administration, healthcare policy, or regulatory analysis are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities:- Monitor and track proposed legislation, Bill Draft Requests (BDRs), amendments, committee hearings, and legislative developments that may affect agency programs, operations, or regulatory responsibilities.
- Utilize legislative research and tracking systems, including the Nevada Electronic Legislative Information System (NELIS) and Personalized Legislative Tracking (PLT), to monitor bill status, legislative activity, and important deadlines.
- Research and analyze proposed legislation to identify statutory changes, policy implications, implementation requirements, and potential operational impacts.
- Review and interpret applicable Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS), Nevada Administrative Code (NAC), and relevant federal laws and regulations.
- Prepare clear, concise legislative summaries, bill analyses, briefing materials, reports, and recommendations for agency leadership and decision-makers.
- Maintain organized legislative tracking reports, including bill status, amendments, committee activity, deadlines, and relevant agency action items.
- Compare existing statutes, regulations, and agency policies with proposed legislation to identify changes, inconsistencies, and areas requiring further review.
- Coordinate with agency leadership, program managers, legal counsel, and other stakeholders to gather information and evaluate legislative impacts.
- Monitor legislative hearings, committee meetings, and related proceedings as assigned, documenting developments and communicating timely updates.
- Assist with reviewing and updating agency policies, procedures, and administrative guidance following enacted legislation or regulatory changes.
- Conduct policy research and prepare written reports, correspondence, and analytical materials to support legislative planning and implementation.
- Manage multiple assignments and legislative deadlines while maintaining accurate records and documentation.
Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, political science, public policy, business administration, social sciences, healthcare administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and qualifying professional experience.
- Professional experience researching, monitoring, tracking, or analyzing legislative bills, statutory changes, regulations, or public policy initiatives required.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret legislative language, analyze proposed statutory changes, and prepare written summaries or recommendations for management.
- Experience using legislative research databases, bill-tracking systems, or comparable government research resources required.
- Familiarity with Nevada Electronic Legislative Information System (NELIS), Personalized Legislative Tracking (PLT), Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS), and Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) strongly preferred.
- Experience working with state legislative processes, government affairs, public policy, regulatory compliance, or healthcare administration preferred.
- Strong analytical, research, written communication, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently while collaborating with agency leadership and stakeholders.
Benefits: - PTO with annual increase
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options for full-time employee
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Annual Professional Development Reimbursements
