Public Policy Analyst

Central City Concern•Portland, OR

3d•$87,000 - $113,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Policy Analyst works with elected officials, community alliances and relevant community and public/government agencies to advance policy initiatives in support of Central City Concern’s mission. The Public Policy Analyst is responsible for policy analysis, advocacy, public education, and coalition efforts to increase investments in and solutions for Central City Concern (CCC) clients and programs. Central City Concern is an innovative nonprofit agency providing comprehensive services to single adults and families in the Portland metro area who are impacted by homelessness, poverty and addictions. We hire people that are skilled and passionate to meet our mission to end homelessness through outcome-based strategies which support personal and community transformation.

Requirements

A master’s degree in public policy, law, public administration, social work, urban planning or related field, plus two years' experience OR a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field plus four years' experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be in compliance with the Oregon Governmental Ethics Commission and adhere to all state and federal lobbying laws and regulations.
Will be required to carry an agency cell phone for work use. Cell phone will be provided by Central City Concern.
Ability to adhere to Central City Concern’s drug-free workplace which encourages a safe, healthy and productive work environment and strictly complies with the Drug-Free Work Place Act of 1988. An employee shall not, in the workplace, unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or use a controlled substance or alcohol in the workplace.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, TB test, and background check.
Must adhere to agency’s non-discrimination policies.
Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, political affiliation, cultural backgrounds, life-styles and sexual orientations, and treat individuals with respect and dignity.
Excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience and comfort with public speaking and facilitation.
Commitment to effective networking, collaboration and demonstrated ability to build productive working relationships with diverse staff and external stakeholders.
Demonstrable strategic and critical thinking skills.
Understanding of the importance of coalition-building activities and their impact on issue-based social change movements.
Strong planning, facilitation, and organizational skills.
Ability to work under tight timelines, think conceptually, and take a proactive role in executing and completing projects.
Ability to work well in groups and within teams as well as individually.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with community-based organizations, social service agencies, community organizing and diverse coalitions, including culturally specific policy preferred.
Experience with administrative and legislative advocacy preferred.
Knowledge of and experience with effective programmatic solutions and responses to homelessness.
Non-profit policy experience with elected officials preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborates with and supports the Public Policy and Public Affairs teams, and program, senior and executive leadership, to identify policy/systems barriers, identify macro-level solutions, and contribute to overall advocacy activities in support of Central City Concern’s priorities and mission.
Analyzes state and national public policies, programs, and legislation for their impact on clients served by CCC.
Provides information and analyses, both verbally and in writing, to executive management, policymakers, advocates, coalition members, the general public and other stakeholders.
Supports and contributes to the development and execution of successful advocacy strategies for educating policymakers and other decision makers about the needs of vulnerable populations and advancing policy solutions.
Contributes to the development and delivery of appropriate communications materials, including fact sheets, policy briefs, grant proposals and other written materials.
In partnership with public policy organizer(s), participate in coalitions and partner organizations to develop and pursue specific program and policy changes while fostering engagement from impacted populations.
Build relationships with key stakeholders by helping to organize meetings and client community events.
Facilitate group meetings, trainings, and workshops as needed and assigned.
Oversee and coordinate committee assignments and partnerships to strategize aspects of public policy when needed.
Adhere to all state and federal privacy regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to CCC policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security. Support compliance with all privacy and security requirements pursuant to community partners’ and outside providers’ patient confidentiality agreements, including privacy and security requirements for Emergency Medical Record (EMR access). This includes immediately reporting any breach of protected health information or personal identification information of any person receiving CCC services by CCC or an outside provider to the CCC Compliance Department, as well as to your supervisor or their designee.
Provide support to leadership in implementation of new programming as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Medical, dental, vision
Student loan repayment options
Retirement savings matching plans
Generous paid time off plan beginning at 4 weeks of PTO accrual per year
Up to 11 recognized Holidays and 2 personal holidays
Amazing 403(b) Retirement Savings plan with an employer match of 4.25% in your 1st year, 6% in the 2nd year, and 8% in your 3rd year!
Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance coverage.
Employer-Paid Life, Short-Term Disability, & Long-Term Disability Insurance!
Sabbatical Program offering extended time off at years 7, 14, and 21.