Policy Analyst

About This Role

The Policy Analyst provides research and staff support to assigned staff groups and committees within the Council of State Governments (CSG). This role involves collaborating with various teams to monitor, understand, and share best practices on pressing state policy issues, particularly focusing on elections policy among other projects.

Responsibilities

• Monitor relevant policy developments at the state, federal, and international levels related to constituent groups' interests.
• Conduct research on innovative local, state, and federal policies and programs; analyze and synthesize findings for a policymaker audience.
• Develop and write reports and research products that are relevant to policy deliberations and easily understood by the public, media, and policymakers.
• Collaborate with Communications staff, external writers, and consultants on reports and research products.
• Assist in planning, organizing, and convening meetings by arranging speakers, identifying topics, and supporting logistical planning.
• Participate in planning and executing policy workshops, online webinars, technical tours, and state visits for elected officials and staff.
• Assist in administering collaborative projects addressing issues of concern to state officials.
• Present research and organizational information before various groups.
• Provide staff support to CSG committees, including developing workplans and meeting agendas.
• Work with Senior Policy Analysts to coordinate with national organizations and policy experts on collaborative projects.
• Prepare concise written responses to requests for information from legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
• Develop and manage relationships with state officials and policymakers.
• Provide direct outreach to CSG members and represent CSG's viewpoints to the Federal government and external stakeholders.
• Assist with regional and national conference programs and meetings.
• Develop and expand knowledge on local, state, and federal policy topics and best practices.
• Assist with grant and proposal development.
• Perform writing and editing for CSG newsletters and other communication pieces.
• Travel overnight as needed to fulfill duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, or a related field.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise judgment under direction.
• Experience in policy analysis or related fields is preferred.

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