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Position Title:

Council Policy Analyst

Job Posting Closing Date:

10/08

Provo City is looking for a Council Analyst to provide professional analysis, legislative, communication, and community engagement duties under the direction of the Municipal Council Executive Director. This position involves research, analysis, and presentation of a variety of data and statistics related to the laws, statutes, codes, and policies that govern the City of Provo. Qualified, civic-minded individuals interested in supporting the services provided to Provo residents are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Details

What is the compensation package?

Pay Rate: (G28, G30) Starting at $58,396 - $88,752 (annualized) depending upon qualifications.

Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks: free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena, a Provo Library card, 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course, a 4/10 work schedule​, and others.

What are the main duties? (Please view the links below for additional information)

Council Analyst I (https://www.provo.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5343/Council-Analyst-I-PDF)

+ Perform professional, entry-level projects.

+ Learn and follow Council operations and City governance processes.

+ Conduct research and compile background information on City issues such as land use, housing, economic development, and budgeting.

+ Assist in preparing and editing staff reports, briefing memos, Council meeting summaries, newsletters, and legislative summaries.

+ Support communication initiatives, including drafting social media posts, blog content, and visual materials for public outreach campaigns.

+ Assist with maintaining the Council website and public-facing digital resources to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and transparency.

+ Participate in the preparation of Council agendas and meeting materials.

+ Attend Council meetings and take notes as assigned.

+ Provide administrative support, including coordination of public notices, ordinance processing, and records updates in compliance with state law.

+ Respond to routine constituent inquiries or redirect to appropriate staff.

+ Daft template correspondence and help prepare responses to public comments.

+ Coordinate logistics and staffing for Council events such as open houses, town halls, and neighborhood meetings.

+ Assist in the collection and organization of public input gathered through surveys, community forums, or outreach initiatives.

+ Perform other related duties as required.

Council Analyst II (https://www.provo.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5344/Council-Analyst-II-PDF)

+ Manage intermediate-level projects and take leadership over specific portfolios or Council initiatives.

+ Conduct in-depth quantitative and qualitative policy analysis on assigned issues such as transportation, housing affordability, budget requests, or zoning changes.

+ Draft ordinances, resolutions, fiscal analyses, and legislative intent statements for Council review and action.

+ Monitor and interpret proposed state and federal legislation.

+ Prepare impact summaries and recommend policy positions to Council Members.

+ Manage individual communication platforms or campaigns, including media outreach, video production, or crisis messaging.

+ Plan and execute community engagement plans, including public input sessions, educational campaigns, and neighborhood program support.

+ Coordinate and track grants.

+ Oversee agenda management software.

+ Prepare legally compliant postings.

+ Ensure document archival meets state standards.

+ Represent the Council Department in interdepartmental meetings, task forces, or community working groups.

+ Communicate Council priorities and report outcomes.

+ Assist new Council Members.

+ May train interns or lower-level staff in Council Department procedures, or research tasks.

+ Perform the duties of lower-level analysts as needed and other related duties as required.

What are the minimum requirements?

Provo will honor equivalent combinations of job-related education and experience [substituting each one year of post-secondary education/training for six months of experience].

At all Levels

+ Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration, Urban Planning, Economics, Political Science, or closely related field.

+ A valid, lawful Driver License.

Council Analyst I

+ One year of job-related experience.

Council Analyst II

+ Two years of experience as a Policy Analyst or three years of comparable, job-related experience.

What is the selection process?

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with the first screening being held on October 9, 2025. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City?

Provo City has a vision for continued prosperity based on citizen priorities. To deliver on those priorities, the Administration developed a brand promise to establish the high standards of our community identifies as the Provo Pillars: Welcoming, Safe and Sound, Economically Vibrant, and Forward Looking. Together we are building a strong foundation for a community that is honored both nationally and locally. Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. Provo has been awarded the “Best Performing City” three years in a row, and we were ranked the ‘Best Run City in America’ by WalletHub for 2025. Visit provo.gov to learn more!

Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

It is the policy of Provo City to select, develop, and promote employees based on their ability and job performance. It has been, and shall continue to be, the policy of the City to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer/employee relations without regard to race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related condition; age; national origin; disability; sexual orientation; or gender identity. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee's compensation; benefits; terms and conditions of employment; and opportunities for promotion, training and development, transfer, and other privileges of employment. It has been, and shall continue to be, the City's policy to maintain a working environment free of discrimination and intimidation. It is further the policy of the City to comply in good faith with applicable local, state, and federal statutes concerning Equal Employment Opportunity.

Employment with Provo City offers a variety of opportunities to start and grow an exciting career serving your community, including in public safety, utility services, leisure services, administration, and other areas. Opportunities are always available, so apply today to be a part of Provo’s team!