Senior Policy Analyst

Council of State Governments•New York, NY

1d•$65,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Policy Analyst provides senior-level policy expertise and independent project contributions within the Impact pillar, while participating in activities in the Engagement and Innovation pillars. The role manages multiple priorities with minimal oversight, provides policy advice and analysis relied on by the field and project teams, and leads assigned project deliverables in close coordination with practitioners and agency leaders. The analyst facilitates strategic meetings as a policy or practice expert and develops communications that translate complex analysis into clear narratives for varied audiences. The position also contributes ideas supporting project strategy and builds a growing reputation as a subject-matter and field expert. This position is externally funded, and employment is contingent on funding availability. The NYC metropolitan area is preferred for hybrid work; remote candidates will also be considered. Compensation depends on experience and geography. The stated salary range is $65,000 to $105,000, subject to change based on work location and market conditions. The Council of State Governments Justice Center works with leaders across the country to develop and implement solutions to justice-system challenges and support safer, healthier communities. Its work emphasizes data-driven action, crisis response and violent crime, behavioral health outcomes, and successful reentry.

Requirements

At least 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent education and training.
Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with minimal oversight.
Ability to develop and advance project ideas that support strategic direction and goals in alignment with division leadership.
Advanced knowledge of research literature, policy landscapes, current challenges, and best practices in criminal justice and/or related policy areas such as behavioral health, housing, or employment.
Demonstrated success in policy formulation, analysis, advocacy, research, or similar work.
Experience serving as a leading policy or practice expert and facilitating strategic meetings with key stakeholders.
Experience facilitating meetings with different stakeholders, potentially including state or local officials and peer organizations.
Experience successfully project-managing one or more projects.
Dedication to public service, civility, nonpartisanship in performing CSG duties, and responsible stewardship of member and donor funds.
Application must include a cover letter and resume with a comprehensive list of related professional, internship, and volunteer experience with applicable dates.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines independently, with minimal oversight.
Provide policy advice and analysis drawing on senior-level subject-matter knowledge.
Contribute to the development of at least one policy area, from initial application through programmatic work, engaging leaders across all three branches of government and the field.
Lead assigned project deliverables in close communication with practitioners and agency leaders.
Facilitate strategic meetings with key stakeholders as a recognized policy or practice expert.
Develop presentations, tools, briefs, and reports that translate data into clear narratives for different audiences.
Bring forward ideas that support project strategic direction and align with pillar and strategy leadership.
Apply leadership and a justice-focused lens to strengthen relationships and project outcomes.
Build a growing reputation as a subject-matter and field expert.
Document project activities in project management, funding, and reporting systems as needed for project management and compliance.