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Hennepin County

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><p>The Environment and Energy department is seeking a Senior Policy Specialist to coordinate solid waste, natural resources, and other environmental legislative policy work.</p><p>
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Location and hours:</b></p></div><p>
This position is hybrid and will be performed both onsite at 625 4th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415, and remote as job duties require. The position includes travel to attend meetings around the Twin Cities, including frequent presence at the State Capitol while the legislature is in session. Work hours will typically be Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with frequent evening and weekend hours during the legislative session as needed. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.</p><p><b><br>
About the position type:</b><br>
This is a full-time, benefit earning position.
</p>This position is internally classified as an Administrative Assistant, Senior.<br>
Click here to view the job classification specification.<br>
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<b>In this position, you will:</b><ul><li>
Coordinate solid waste, natural resources, and other environmental legislative policy and work in partnership with Intergovernmental Relations department lobbyists, including:<ul><li>
Develop the department&rsquo;s policy priorities to be considered for inclusion in the county&rsquo;s state and federal legislative platforms.</li><li>
Develop legislative advocacy materials, including letters of support, talking points for testimony and information requests.</li><li>
Track progress during the legislative session on department platform priorities and monitor emerging legislation of interest.</li><li>
Coordinate with subject matter experts to develop platform proposals, analyze bills, and respond to requests.</li><li>
Summarize session activities weekly and update department program managers and leaders.</li></ul></li><li>
Coordinate legislative activities for the Partnership on Waste and Energy with Ramsey and Washington counties.</li><li>
Participate in regional environment policy work with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, Solid Waste Administrators Association, Recycling Association of Minnesota, Minnesota Resource Recovery Association, Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts, Association of Minnesota Counties, Minnesota Inter-County Association, and other local government and environmental associations.</li><li>
Assist the department&rsquo;s strategic initiative manager with strategic planning, implementation and tracking of the department&rsquo;s strategic priorities, disparity elimination framework, and climate action plan strategies.</li><li>
Analyze department program data, summarizing key insights, and drafting findings, especially to support the use of racial equity impact tool and public involvement processes to guide department decisions, policies, and practices.</li></ul><br>
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Need to have:</b><ul><li>
One of the following:<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, or other field appropriate to the position <b>and </b>four years or more of experience in general administrative work relating to the management of departmental/organizational operations or in a specialty area appropriate to the position.</li><li>
Eight years or more of experience in general administrative work related to the management of departmental/organizational operations or in a specialty area appropriate to the position.</li><li>
Note: General administrative work is defined as the administration and/or management of programs, policies, and/or budgets.</li></ul></li></ul><br>
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Nice to have:
</b><ul><li>Experience:<ul><li>
Working on legislative issues and responding to legislative activity.</li><li>
Facilitating effective group process and decision-making.</li><li>
Analyzing program data, summarizing key insights, and drafting findings for public involvement processes.</li><li>
Working on environmental programs, especially solid waste and/or natural resources topics.</li></ul></li><li>
Ability to:<ul><li>
Collaborate with internal partners across the organization and with external partners to move work forward.</li><li>
Communicate effectively both in writing and verbally, about sensitive and controversial issues.</li></ul></li></ul><div><br>
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About the department:</b></div><div>
The Environment and Energy department protects and preserves the environment to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations. We engage communities to develop and enact sustainable solutions. We focus on reducing and responsibly managing waste, protecting and preserving ecosystems, delivering clean energy and promoting environmental stewardship.</div><div><b><br>
About Hennepin County:</b><br>
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that eliminate disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.<br>
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Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (login as Employee).<br>
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Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the elimination of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.<br>
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Your future. Made here.<br>
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This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.<br>
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<b>Watch this</b><b> </b><b>video</b><b> </b><b>for application best practices and tips.</b><br>
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Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a criminal background check.</div><div><br>
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If you have any questions, please contact:</b><br>
Talent Acquisition division<br>
Hennepin County Human Resources department<br>
Submit a request at hennepin.us/ask-hr or 612-348-7855</div></div></div></div><p></p>

Senior Policy Specialist

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div>Commissioner Kevin Anderson is looking for a Policy Aide who thrives on curiosity, initiative, and collaboration. In this role you&rsquo;ll help shape solutions that make a real difference for the residents of Hennepin County&rsquo;s District 7. If you&rsquo;re someone who sees opportunities others miss, who can turn an idea into action, and who wants to be part of a team that values problem-solving over politics, this could be the perfect fit.</div><div></div><div><br>
This is not an official application but an advertisement. After reviewing position details below, interested applicants should submit cover letter and resume to Clara.Severson@hennepin.us</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Location and hours:</b></div><div>
This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at the Government Center in downtown Minneapolis at 300 6th St S, Minneapolis, MN 55487 and remote as job duties require. This candidate must be able to travel to various locations such as community sites and Hennepin County locations as well as travel out-of-state twice per year with the Commissioner. Work hours for this position are primarily Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with occasional evenings and weekends as duties require. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in Minnesota or Wisconsin.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
About the position type:</b><br>
This is an unclassified, full-time, and benefit-earning position. Unclassified positions are non-permanent (at will) and are not subject to HR law/rules.<br>
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This position is internally classified as a Senior Assistant to the County Commissioner (Unclassified). Click here to view the job classification specification.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
In this position, you will:</b></div><ul><li>
Lead and support<b> </b>a wide range of initiatives including transportation to human services with a continuous improvement mindset.</li><li>
Build relationships with residents, community leaders, businesses, and partners in government to bring new and diverse perspectives into the office.</li><li>
Research, evaluate, and translate complex issues into clear, actionable insights that inform decisions.</li><li>
Provide thoughtful analysis and recommendations that help guide the Commissioner&rsquo;s priorities.</li><li>
Communicate effectively by<b> </b>drafting memos, talking points, correspondence, and board resolutions that cut through complexity.</li><li>
Attend community meetings, events, and gatherings on behalf of the Commissioner, building trust and representing District 7 with professionalism.</li><li>
Ensure follow-through on tasks, track progress, and support the Commissioner in staying connected to both big-picture strategy and day-to-day details.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Need to have:</b></div><ul><li>
One of the following:<ul><li>
Four or more years of related administrative experience.</li><li>
Bachelor's degree or higher in a field related to the position.</li></ul></li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Nice to have:</b></div><ul><li>
Experience in county government and related policy areas.</li><li>
Ability to:<ul><li>
Think strategically by seeing the bigger picture while also managing the details to ensure work gets completed.</li><li>
Work independently, notice opportunities for continuous improvement, and work to find solutions.</li><li>
Provide clear, accurate, compelling writing and confident speaking skills.</li><li>
Listen, connect, and build trust with diverse groups.</li></ul></li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
About Hennepin County:</b><br>
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that eliminate disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.<br>
<br>
Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (login as Guest).<br>
<br>
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the elimination of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.<br>
<br>
Your future. Made here.<br>
<br>
This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.<br>
<br>
Watch this video for application best practices and tips.<br>
<br>
Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience.<br>
Final candidates may be required to complete a criminal background check.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Interested applicants should submit cover letter and resume to </b>Clara.Severson@hennepin.us</div></div></div></div><p></p>

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