Executive Policy Specialist 1

Are you an innovative thinker with a passion and drive to enhance policies? If so, consider joining the Department of Health (DOH) Policy Office. In this role, you will play a key role in supporting policy research and development aligned with the Department's strategic priorities-particularly in maternal health and federal regulatory response. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact statewide health outcomes by informing and shaping policy direction through in-depth analysis, collaboration, and project leadership. Your exceptional ability to multi-task, prioritize, and balance tasks with purpose and clear objectives will truly make a difference.

As an Executive Policy Specialist 1, this position will be responsible for interpreting and applying applicable regulations, conducting policy analysis, managing project tracking systems, and working across bureaus to evaluate and develop health-focused policy solutions.

Key responsibilities include:

Maternal and Child Health Policy

• Provide policy leadership and support in advancing maternal and child health initiatives, with a focus on promoting equity and access to care.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic plans addressing maternal health priorities, including mental health, service coordination, and prevention efforts.
• Collaborate with internal bureaus such as the Bureau of Family Health to evaluate policy and programmatic needs.
• Represent the Department in interagency workgroups, policy academies, and external collaborations aimed at improving maternal and child health outcomes.

Policy Development and Analysis

• Conduct research and policy analysis to inform Department-wide initiatives and strategic priorities.
• Evaluate existing programs, identify policy gaps, and develop recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare briefing materials, memos, and reports to support leadership in decision-making.
• Work across program areas to align policy recommendations with operational and regulatory needs.

Regulatory Support and Oversight

• Assist in the development and review of regulatory and non-regulatory packages impacting various public health programs.
• Track and manage the Department's regulatory agenda and documentation.
• Facilitate coordination between the Policy, Program and Legal teams and maintain project tracking systems.
• Support the integration of policy and program perspectives in regulatory updates.

Federal and Interagency Coordination

• Monitor federal policy developments and support Department responses to federal initiatives.
• Participate in intergovernmental and national policy forums and task forces.
• Contribute to the preparation of responses, policy materials, or briefings related to federal health policy changes.

Project Management and Communication

• Lead or support key Department initiatives and cross-agency projects.
• Utilize project management tools to coordinate timelines, deliverables, and internal workflows.
• Develop public-facing materials and contribute to communication strategies for stakeholder engagement.
• Maintain innovative approaches to tracking and evaluating policy initiatives and outcomes.

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.