Policy Analyst

American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Inc. • Austin, TX

19h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Policy Analyst II provides research and policy support for the State Government Affairs Department. Primary duties include analyzing state statutes and regulations, synthesis of profession-related research, and legislative and regulatory tracking of active state initiatives. The Policy Analyst II works with the Vice President of State Government Affairs and AANP Policy Committee to develop and create strategies addressing state legislative, regulatory, and policy issues of concern to AANP and nurse practitioners. Additionally, this position identifies emerging issues or policy areas to explore, collects and analyzes information, and proposes solutions for addressing state health policy problems. They will coordinate with other department staff and AANP departments to communicate AANP positions and to support state initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant public policy, public health or related field required.
• Two or more years of state policy experience is required.
• Knowledge of the political process including legislative communication techniques.
• Proficient with MS Office suite, Westlaw, and internet searches.
• Experience with state legislative and regulatory tracking and legal software preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to perform all communication in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to deliver presentations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to perform all communications in a courteous and professional manner.
• Excellent skills in preparing communications, reports, presentations, and spreadsheets.
• Excellent critical and abstract thinking ability.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability.
• Strong initiative and ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Strong skills using Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or other software virtual meeting software.
• Ability to work in fast paced, focused work environment.
• Ability to perform with minimal supervision.
• Ability to travel and work at AANP conferences and events as needed.
• Occasionally travels to state or regional meetings to provide presentations.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in relevant public policy, public health or related field preferred.
• Work experience in state health and public policy, research, or paralegal work is preferred.
• Experience with state legislative and regulatory tracking and legal software preferred.
• Knowledge of advanced nursing practice policy issues.

Responsibilities

• Tracks, analyzes, and screens active legislation and regulatory proposals, and coordinates engagement with related stakeholders.
• Drafts legislative resource guides and best practices documents for state level stakeholders.
• Advises on state level legislation for state representatives and NP organization members interested in pursuing AANP-aligned policy changes, including legislative language and campaign management.
• Prepares and authors policy issue briefs, reports, articles, newsletters, and website content.
• Conducts policy research and analysis on current and emerging topic areas of importance to AANP membership.
• Represents department and organization by attending and presenting at internal and external policy and leadership meetings and conferences.
• Builds and maintains strategic relationships and stakeholder partnerships, including those with AANP Nursing Professional Organization (NPO) member associations.
• Coordinates lobbying efforts with the VP of State Government Affairs and contracted lobbyists.
• Coordinates with other AANP departments on crossover assignments.
• Coordinates with other State Government Affairs staff and Communications department on grassroots and policy messaging and member communication of department initiatives, priorities, and activities.

Benefits

• AANP offers attractive compensation; health, dental and vision insurance; 401(K) and employer match; generous paid time-off; 14 annual holidays, and a great work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level