Senior Policy and Planning Advisor 2026-01395
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Senior Policy and Planning Advisor 2026-01395
Salary
$10,112.26 - $11,235.46 Monthly
Location
Cheyenne, WY
Job Type
At-Will Full-Time
Job Number
2026-01395
Department
State Construction Department
Division
State Construction Department
Opening Date
06/03/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Exempt
Job Classification
EXMT02
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Senior Policy and Planning Advisor provides strategic leadership and high-level advisory support to the Director and Division Administrators at theState Construction Department (SCD).This position plays a critical role in guiding statewide policy, planning, and regulatory initiatives affecting school facilities, state facilities, and construction procurement practices.
The position is responsible for developing and coordinating rules and regulations, policies, design guidelines, and adequacy standards that ensure compliance with state statutes and support decisions of the School Facilities Commission and State Building Commission. The role also works with legislative entities-including the Select Committee on School Facilities and the Joint Appropriations Committee-along with the Governor's Office and other oversight entities to support policy and procedure development and implementation.
This position supports long-term strategic facility planning for K-12 educational and state government facilities and community colleges, manages specialized facility studies, and contributes to the development of statewide capital planning strategies. The role also helps guide procurement-related policy and process improvements to ensure transparency, efficiency, and compliance in public construction programs.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Senior Policy and Planning Advisor combines policy, leadership, strategic planning, and oversight of agency initiatives and/or management to support statewide construction and facility initiatives.
The position:
Advises agency leadership on legislative, regulatory, and strategic planning matters.
Supports policy development affecting school facilities, state facilities, and procurement practices.
Oversees facility studies and specialized projects informing statewide facility investment decisions.
Assists in the development and implementation of long-term facility planning strategies and biennial budget requests.
Coordinates rulemaking, design guidelines, adequacy standards, and internal policy development.
Collaborates with legislative committees, commissions, school districts, state agencies, and consultants.
Provides supervision to planning staff and consultants supporting statewide policy and planning initiatives.
WHY JOIN US?
At the State Construction Department, your work directly supports the infrastructure that enables Wyoming's education system and state government operations to function effectively. From K-12 schools and community colleges to state facilities serving public safety and healthcare, the department manages programs that impact communities across the state.
This role offers the opportunity to shape statewide policy, guide long-term facility planning strategies, and support responsible stewardship of public construction investments. If you enjoy working at the intersection of public policy, planning, and infrastructure development, this position provides a unique opportunity to influence projects and policies that leave a lasting statewide impact.
Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
and MUCH MORE!
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Human Resource Contact: Serenity Moffett / serenity.moffett@wyo.gov/ 307.777.6243
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at this job level.
Supervision, Administrative Support, and Advisory
Supervise the planning program
Provide strategic support and policy advice to the Director and Division Administrators
Review documents, issues, and proposed actions requiring leadership review
Develop reports and policy analyses to support agency decision-making
Act in an advisory capacity regarding proposed and newly enacted legislation affecting school facilities, state facilities, and procurement processes
Prepare Requests for Proposals (RFPs), scopes of work, and consultant contracts
Assist with procurement processes, including tracking and evaluation of consultant services
Leads efforts to implement new or revised initiatives within the agency
Strategic Planning and Project Management
Support development of statewide facility planning strategies for both educational and state facilities
Assist in annual facility planning and preparation of biennial capital budget requests
Evaluate facility needs using criteria such as facility condition, capacity, and adequacy standards
Assist in developing asset preservation and maintenance planning strategies
Provide expertise and coordination in the development of statewide strategic facility plans
Specialized Oversight
Oversee Most Cost-Effective Remedy (MCER) studies to identify cost-effective facility solutions for school districts
Manage consultants, including architects, engineers, and educational facility specialists
Evaluate study results and determine feasible facility improvement strategies
Support development and oversight of school safety and security initiatives
Assist with special studies related to state facilities, construction practices, and infrastructure needs
Policy and Regulation Development
Plan, develop, and coordinate agency rules, regulations, and policies affecting construction and facility programs
Assist with the development and revision of design guidelines, adequacy standards, model contracts, and agency procedures
Support procurement policy improvements to strengthen transparency, accountability, and efficiency in construction programs
Coordinate policy initiatives with the School Facilities Commission, State Building Commission, Attorney General's Office, and legislative oversight committees
Ensure agency policies align with applicable statutes and regulatory requirements
Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
Develop communication strategies and responses to school districts, state agencies, and external stakeholders
Prepare reports and presentations for the School Facilities Commission, State Building Commission, Select Committee on School Facilities, legislative committees, and the Governor's Office
Respond to stakeholder inquiries and follow up on commission or legislative actions
Conduct research and present analysis supporting agency positions related to statutes, facility standards, procurement policies, and planning initiatives
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Architectural or Policy & Planning background with experience in educational or public facilities.
Experience in capital construction, facility planning, or public infrastructure programs.
Familiarity with public procurement processes related to construction and professional services.
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, Public Administration, or related field)
Approximately15 years of professional experiencemanaging planning, design, construction, and maintenance programs for educational or public facilities.
Relevant experience may include architecture, engineering, real estate development, facility planning, capital program management, or public infrastructure policy
KNOWLEDGE:
Architectural and engineering design processes.
Public sector policy development and regulatory frameworks.
Capital construction, asset preservation, and infrastructure planning.
Government procurement processes for construction and consulting services.
Leadership and supervision.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None - See "Preferences"
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is typically performed in a standard office environment.
Extended periods of computer use and meetings.
Occasional travel for site visits, stakeholder meetings, and legislative presentations.
NOTES:
FLSA: Exempt
Supplemental Information
027 - Wyoming State Construction Department
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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.
Employees enjoy:
Comprehensive health coverage- medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Voluntary Benefits- including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
Multiple retirement options- including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
Generous paid leave and flexible schedules- vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility- for those with qualifying student loans
Training and professional development- to support your career growth and advancement
Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health
Know your full value.
Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.
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WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, andno state income tax.
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