Policy Analyst Supervisor

Federal Reserve System•Minneapolis, MN

3d•$104,200 - $173,700•Onsite

About The Position

The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis is seeking a Policy Analyst Supervisor for its Community Development and Engagement (CDE) team. The supervisor leads the CD policy team and works with researchers, data scientists, engagement specialists, and content experts to conduct quantitative and qualitative research that informs public policy discussions. The CDE team advances the economic well-being of Indian Country and of low- to moderate-income individuals, households, and communities through policy analysis, applied research, and convening. The position supports the Minneapolis Fed’s mission to pursue a growing economy that works for all. The role combines team supervision, project and content oversight, community engagement, division leadership, and individual research and analysis. It may be based at the Federal Reserve Bank in Minneapolis or its Helena, Montana branch and requires regular on-site presence. Travel within and outside the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis district is required. Applicants must submit a resume, a cover letter describing how they meet the required qualifications, and an independently authored writing sample.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, economics, or a related field.
At least 6 years of operations, financial analysis, or project management experience.
Experience working on policies affecting low- and moderate-income individuals, households, and communities.
Experience gathering and analyzing data for quantitative research, including the ability to deploy summary statistics.
Experience conducting and analyzing qualitative research, such as focus groups, surveys, or interviews.
Strong understanding of public policies and their impacts.
Ability to analyze and interpret complex data sets and information.
High attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
Strong project management skills, including organization, time management, and communication.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to build, nurture, and maintain relationships.
Experience directly or indirectly managing people.

Nice To Haves

Proven ability to manage and adapt to multiple concurrent projects, shifting priorities, deadlines, and informational needs.
Experience managing internal and external collaborations.
General understanding of the role of the Federal Reserve.

Responsibilities

Directly supervise, develop, motivate, mentor, and evaluate CD policy team staff; provide constructive feedback and support development plans.
Collaborate with the CD policy team on annual work goals and monitor progress.
Hire, onboard, and offboard employees; conduct midyear and end-of-year evaluations and make compensation decisions.
Ensure staff complete required Federal Reserve Bank training and follow policies; approve travel and budget requests.
Guide the CD policy team in delivering projects, identifying research and policy questions, translating research for informed public audiences, and informing policymakers.
Oversee project planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring the team has resources to meet objectives.
Help develop research and policy projects, ensure unbiased framing, and identify or ensure availability of data.
Review and edit CDE content before it enters the editorial process.
Ensure CDE work is informed by communities and help team members develop and execute engagement strategies connecting research, policy analysis, and data products with stakeholders, policymakers, and communities.
Work with the engagement manager to execute events and ensure engagement plans are carried out.
Collaborate with division leaders and promote collaboration across the matrix structure.
Analyze business needs, assess required skill sets, and deploy staffing to meet division goals.
Participate in developing division focus areas, goals, and management policies; contribute to annual work planning and budgeting decisions.
Serve as an executive sponsor of a portfolio or major projects.
Conduct quantitative and qualitative research on public policy issues affecting low- and moderate-income individuals, households, and communities.
Identify and analyze emerging public policy trends that may affect low- and moderate-income individuals, households, and communities.
Plan, coordinate, and execute projects to ensure successful completion.
Communicate findings through written content, internal and external presentations, and briefings for varied audiences.
Lead Bank and System work and take leadership roles in special projects and programs.
Travel within the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis district and outside the district.