MANAGEMENT POLICY ANALYST III Grade 19

Fulton County Government

Atlanta, GA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$65,063–$121,017 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Asset Management, Billing, Budget Management, Business Administration, Capital Project, Communication Skills, Computer Security, Construction, Construction Management, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Economics, Establish Priorities, Expense Reports, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Funding, Genetics, Grant Administration/Management, Grant Writing, Human Interaction, Human Resources, Identify Issues, Leadership, Machine Tool, Mathematics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Military, Office Management, Operational Audit, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Operations Management, Operations Planning, Operations Processes, Operations Research, People Management, Persuasion Skills, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Policy Implementation, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Implementation, Process Development, Process Improvement, Productivity Management, Professional Services, Project Estimates, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Public Administration, Qualitative Analysis, Quantitative Analysis, Real Estate, Regulations, Reporting Dashboards, Reporting Skills, Research Skills, Risk, Statistics, Support Documentation, Technical Support, Time Management, Trend Analysis
LOCATION
Atlanta, GA
POSTED
7 days ago

MANAGEMENT POLICY ANALYST III Grade 19

Salary

$65,063.00 - $121,017.00 Annually

Location

FULTON COUNTY ATLANTA, GA

Job Type

FULL-TIME

Department

Real Estate and Asset Management

Opening Date

07/13/2026

Closing Date

7/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Pay Grade:

19

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UNCLASSIFIED POSITION IN THE DEPARTMENT OF REAL ESTATE AND ASSET MANAGEMENT (DREAM)

Please refrain from attaching personal and identifiable information: Driver's License, Photo on Resumes, DD214, Vaccination cards, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Public/Business Administration, a field related to assigned operation, or equivalent technical experience and certification; five years of progressively responsible experience in area of assignment; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Specific License or Certification Required: None.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities: Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Veterans' Preference:

Qualifying veterans will be given preference in the form of a guaranteed invitation to interview for any position to which they applied and have been found to have met the minimum qualifications. Veterans' preference provides for hiring preference on initial appointment only. To see the full Fulton County Veterans' Preference Policy and Procedure, please click here.

Examination:

The examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience, accomplished by analysis of the application. Application must document that the applicant possesses the minimum knowledge, skills, education and experience as listed to be rated as qualified. If selected, an official, accredited college transcript is required, at time of employment, for all degrees/course work used to qualify for this position.

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL BEFORE THEY ARE SUBMITTED. PLEASE REVIEW ALL APPLICATIONS FOR ACCURACY AND MAKE ALL CORRECTIONS BEFORE SUBMITTAL BECAUSE ERRORS CAN RESULT IN NOT MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT.

Purpose of Classification:

The purpose of this classification is to coordinate special projects and conduct research and analysis of various departmental functions and operations. Work at this level is of a responsible, technical or professional level relative to a supporting role in the management of a division, department, or operation, but without supervisory or managerial responsibilities. Work at this level is of a responsible, technical or professional level relative to a supporting role in the management of the County or a significant department, but without supervisory or managerial responsibilities. All authority and autonomy inherent in this classification is at the discretion of and delegated by a Department Director or Division Administrator.

Essential Functions:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Conducts operational research, productivity analyses and management studies to assist in the management of departmental operations, programs, and services: compiles and/or monitors various administrative and statistical data pertaining to divisional operations; researches information pertinent to task or project; analyzes data and identifies trends; prepares or generates reports; makes recommendations for changes in policies and procedures to improve operations, provide more responsive service, and/or optimize the use of resources; and develops recommendations for changes in departmental policies and procedures; and provides technical assistance and information to management to aide decision making.

Performs financial reviews and analyses for the department: compiles and evaluates operational data and cost histories; monitors and reviews billing activities, expenditures, and financial reports; conducts detailed cost analysis; makes recommendations to improve cost and operational effectiveness; and participates in budget development.

Coordinates special projects for the department, including the planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of moderate construction/maintenance projects, management studies, introduction of new programs, and various professional services: assists in defining the scope of the project; identifies and recommends proper allocation of financial, material, and human resources committed to the project; formulates solutions and resolves problems; facilitates implementation of the project; and provides administrative support to the project as needed. Work at this level is usually relegated to coordination of the departments participation in major, county-wide projects, and serves in a secondary or subordinate role to the designated construction manager for large capital improvement projects.

Oversees professional contractors and/or consultants providing services for projects: participates in the evaluation and selection of contractors/consultants; interfaces with and monitors the contractors/consultants to ensure timely and quality completion of project; facilitates cooperation with the project throughout the organization; and provides information and support as needed.

Assists the department managers with strategic and long-range planning for departmental operations: participates in planning efforts at the local and regional level; keeps Director apprised of developments at the state and federal level that impact the department; monitors pending legislation for impact on operations; oversee compliance with new legislation.

Administers grants for various state and federally funded programs: compiles and submits grant applications; researches funding sources and program opportunities; assists departments with grant activities; monitors and ensures compliance with all requirements for awarded grants.

Responds to complaints and questions related to county or department operations, activities, or other issues: provides information, researches problems, and initiates problem resolution; and works with supervisors and managers to ensure effective coordination and cooperation across units.

Represents the director and department at various meetings, functions, and events: serves as a liaison to various civic or governmental organizations and committees, taskforces, boards, and commissions; confers regularly with officials from the state, authorities, and commissions; provides information about departmental operations; participates in discussions and decisions; and keeps the director apprised of activities.

Additional Functions:

Performs other related duties as required.

For Applicants With Prior Military Service:

We strongly encourage veterans, prior military and transitioning service members to apply. Many of the competencies and transferable skills developed through military service directly support success in this role, including:

Leadership Under Pressure

  • Maintains clarity and direction during high-stakes policy or operational challenges
  • Prioritizes complex tasks and deadlines in fast-moving environments
  • Makes informed, timely decisions that support policy implementation
  • Provides guidance to teams and stakeholders during urgent or evolving situations

Operational Planning and Execution

  • Develops and coordinates policy-related projects, timelines, and action plans
  • Organizes data, workflows, and documentation to support efficient operations
  • Monitors project milestones and adjusts strategies as needed
  • Implements procedures that streamline processes and improve departmental outcomes

Adaptability and Rapid Problem Solving

  • Adjusts quickly to new legislative requirements, departmental priorities, or emerging issues
  • Identifies policy gaps or operational barriers and proposes practical solutions
  • Manages unexpected challenges without disrupting broader project goals
  • Applies sound analytical reasoning to resolve complex administrative or procedural problems

Team Cohesion and Communication

  • Communicates clearly with leadership, program managers, and cross-departmental teams
  • Promotes collaboration by sharing insights, data findings, and policy impacts
  • Ensures expectations and project objectives are well understood and aligned
  • Delivers professional, supportive service to internal and external stakeholders

Safety and Risk Awareness

  • Recognizes potential compliance risks or operational vulnerabilities in policy design
  • Adheres strictly to county regulations, legislative standards, and confidentiality requirements
  • Evaluates the impact of policy changes on departmental risk and safety
  • Escalates concerns appropriately to leadership when risk thresholds are met

Technical and Equipment Proficiency

  • Utilizes data analysis tools, dashboards, and reporting systems effectively
  • Works confidently with policy research platforms, workflow tools, and document-management systems
  • Uses office software such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams to prepare reports and presentations
  • Troubleshoots minor technical issues involving systems or databases before escalation

Performance Aptitudes:

Data Utilization: Requires the ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and/or assess data using established criteria. Includes exercising discretion in determining actual or probable consequences and in referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives.

Human Interaction: Requires the ability to apply principles of persuasion and/or influence over others in coordinating activities of a project, program, or designated area of responsibility.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, advisory and/or design data and information.

Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret graphs.

Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.

Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.

It is the policy of Fulton County that there will be equal opportunity for every citizen, employee and applicant, based upon merit without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, genetics, age, disability or sexual orientation.

01

The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. Please review all applications for accuracy and make all corrections before submittal because errors can result in not meeting the minimum qualifications. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Human Resources Management Department. Do you accept these conditions?

  • Yes
  • No

02

What is your highest level of education completed?

  • HS or GED
  • Some College
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • Doctorates Degree
  • None of the above

03

Which degree related to this position do you possess?

  • Associate
  • Bachelor
  • Master
  • Doctorate
  • None of the above

04

In what field of study related to this position do you possess an Associates Degree, Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree or have earned college credits?

  • Business Administration
  • Public Administration
  • Accounting
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • None of the above

05

If you have received some college credits related to this position, but DID NOT receive your degree, how many college credits did you earn?

  • 0-29 Semester Hours
  • 30-59 Semester Hours
  • 60-89 Semester Hours
  • 90-119 Semester Hours
  • 0-44 Quarter Hours
  • 45-89 Quarter Hours
  • 90-134 Quarter Hours
  • 135-179 Quarter Hours
  • Does not apply

06

How many months or years of experience do you possess managing an office, coordinating special projects, participating in budget development, and conducting research and analysis of various functions and operations?

  • 0-5 months
  • 6 months to 1 year
  • 1.5 to 2 years
  • 2.5 years to 3 years
  • 3.5 years to 4 years
  • 4.5 years to 5 years
  • 5.5 years to 6 years
  • 6.5 years to 7 years
  • 7.5 years to 8 years
  • 8.5 years to 9 years
  • 9 years or more

07

How many years of professional experience do you have analyzing quantitative or qualitative data to support management or policy decisions?

  • Less than one (1) year
  • 1 - 2 years
  • 3 - 5 years
  • 6 - 8 years
  • More than 8 years

08

How frequently have you presented information to executive leadership?

  • Never
  • Occassionaly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Regularly as part of my duty

09

How many major analytical or organizational improvement projects have you led?

  • None
  • 1 - 2
  • 3 - 5
  • 6 - 10
  • More than 10

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Employer Fulton County

Address 141 Pryor Street

Suite 3030

Atlanta, Georgia, 30303

Phone (404) 613-6700

Website http://www.fultoncountyga.gov

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Fulton County Government