Policy Analyst

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Posted: Jan. 21, 2022

| Application Deadline:

Feb. 4, 2022 by 5 p.m. MST

Title

Policy Analyst (part-time)

Children and Families Division

National Conference of State Legislatures

Denver

SALARY

: $24.44 per hour

About The Role

NCSL’s Denver‐based Children and Families Program is looking for an early career public policy professional with an interest in child and family well-being. Initially this position will focus on policies addressing child support and family law, housing and homelessness, and economic mobility. You would also have opportunities to work on early care and education, child welfare and the prevention of child maltreatment.

If you geek out on public policy, like to engage with elected officials and have strong research, analytical and writing skills, this may be the position for you. In addition, this position assists with planning and conducting educational events for legislators and legislative staff and creating and updating online content.

This position is responsible for contributing to a culture of innovation and excellence and ensuring NCSL’s work is completed in a neutral and nonpartisan manner. This position will report to an associate director on the Children and Families team.

What You'll Do

Collects and monitors data on legislative actions, state and federal programs, using a variety of resources, including the internet, available state legislative databases, public and private organizations, and others.

Prepares concise, accurate, and nonpartisan responses to legislative research requests. Responses may be oral or written and could include background/research, state examples, and legislative summaries and tables.

Tracks state activity in assigned areas. May track state legislation or activity in NCSL’s externally facing databases or webpages and maintains internal tracking on a number of other issues to stay up to date on state action.

Maintains and updates webpages with new research, data, policy, and legislative information. May create new webpages based on emerging issues, or as assigned.

Provides logistical support for meetings, conferences, and other NCSL convenings. May contribute to planning tasks, such as research, background information, and speaker identification, as well as agenda development and on-site support.

Contributes to written publications. May summarize legislation, tabulate surveys, research specific state programs or activities, and provide other research for reports, short publications, or articles. May independently author shorter publications.

Contributes to presentations and technical assistance workshops. May provide research, state examples, background material, and other information for slides and presentations. May have the opportunity to provide some public speaking/presentations with oversight by supervisor or senior staff.

May travel to assist with NCSL meetings and other professional development opportunities.

Performs other responsibilities as needed.

Share Your Knowledge

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This position is a mostly performed in an office environment, on or off-site, with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Team members utilize standard office equipment such as copy machines, laptops, printers, scanners, and smartphones. Expand your horizons with travel opportunities to network with lawmakers and staff across the country (includes overnights and weekends by airplane). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications For Success

Bachelor's degree.

Ability to communicate information, in writing and orally, in a clear and credible way to a variety of audiences.

Ability to work collaboratively with others and work independently.

Ability to work in a politically neutral manner and maintain confidentiality when required.

Skill and competence in basic research skills and tasks requiring attention to detail, including internet searches; accessing and analyzing public and private policy documents, white papers and other resources; and analyzing and synthesizing research and legislation.

Organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously. Ability to work under deadline pressure and adapt to changes in workload.

Knowledge of state legislative and political processes and the separation of power between the branches of government.

Ability to travel by air generally 4-6 times per year, with most trips being 1-3 nights, as well as work extended hours, possibly evenings and weekends, usually associated with events/travel.

Must be a Colorado resident or willing to relocate.

Your Benefits At A Glance

NCSL offers a robust benefits package, sick leave accrual, and flexible remote work options. Part time variable hour employees must satisfy certain eligibility requirements to participate in health, dental, vision, retirement, life & disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include professional development through LinkedIn Learning, paid time off to volunteer, Employee Assistance programs, and local savings from merchants in your neighborhood, including movie tickets, hotels, restaurants, shops and more.

How To Join The Team

A career with NCSL offers exciting opportunities to grow your career in line with your aspirations. We gladly invite you to apply online for this role by including a resume and cover letter, before 5 p.m. MST on February 4, 2022. Learn more about working with NCSL by visiting our careers page: https://www.ncsl.org/research/about-state-legislatures/ncsl-careers.aspx

. We are looking forward to receiving your application!

NCSL is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing a diverse, dynamic team and inclusive workplace. NCSL does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

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