Policy Analyst

State of New York•Albany, NY

35d•$55,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

The New York State Senate is seeking applicants to fill the position of Policy Analyst for the Senate Majority Counsel's Office of Policy and Research. The incumbent, who reports directly to the Director of Policy and Research, will be responsible for performing the following: Providing research, policy analysis, and central staff support for the Senate Drafting memoranda analyzing policy initiatives and state legislation Preparing briefing materials in a wide range of policy areas for members of the Majority Conference Drafting briefing books, white papers, and other research material on long-term legislation areas Tracking federal legislation that may be of interest for the Senate Working collaboratively with other members of the team Generating new ideas for potential legislation Other tasks that may be necessary in support of legislative and Majority Conference activity.

Requirements

Legislative experience
Strong writing, research, and oratory skills
The ability to work flexible hours, including extensive nights and weekends during the legislative session

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given for candidates with advanced degrees or equivalent work experience.
All candidates are expected to live and work in the Capital Region of New York.

Responsibilities

Providing research, policy analysis, and central staff support for the Senate
Drafting memoranda analyzing policy initiatives and state legislation
Preparing briefing materials in a wide range of policy areas for members of the Majority Conference
Drafting briefing books, white papers, and other research material on long-term legislation areas
Tracking federal legislation that may be of interest for the Senate
Working collaboratively with other members of the team
Generating new ideas for potential legislation
Other tasks that may be necessary in support of legislative and Majority Conference activity