Senior Policy Analyst

Council of State Governments•New York, NY

3d•$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 Engagement and Innovation pillar activities. The role manages multiple priorities with minimal oversight, provides policy advice and analysis relied on by the field and project team, and leads assigned project deliverables in close coordination with practitioners and agency leaders. The Senior Policy Analyst contributes to developing at least one policy area, engages leaders across all three branches of government and the field, and facilitates strategic meetings as a recognized policy or practice expert. The role also develops presentations, tools, briefs, and reports that translate complex analysis and data into clear narratives for different audiences. The position brings forward ideas that support project strategy and builds a growing reputation as a subject-matter and field expert, applying leadership and a justice-focused lens to strengthen relationships and project outcomes. This position is externally funded, and employment is contingent upon funding availability. The NYC metropolitan area is preferred for a hybrid arrangement; remote candidates will also be considered. Compensation is based on experience and geography, with a stated salary range of $65,000 to $105,000.

Requirements

At least 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent education and training.
Ability to independently manage and navigate multiple priorities with minimal oversight to meet deadlines.
Ability to actively provide and drive new project ideas that contribute to strategic direction and goals in alignment with division leadership.
Advanced knowledge of research literature, the policy landscape, current challenges, and best practices in criminal justice and/or related policy areas such as behavioral health, housing, or employment.
Demonstrated success with policy formulation, analysis, advocacy, research, or similar work.
Demonstrated experience serving as the leading policy or practice expert while facilitating strategic meetings with key stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience facilitating meetings involving different stakeholders, potentially including state or local officials and peer organizations.
Demonstrated experience successfully project managing one or more projects.
Dedication to public service and commitment to civility, nonpartisanship in performing CSG duties, and responsible stewardship of member and donor funds.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines independently, with minimal oversight.
Provide policy advice and analysis based on senior-level subject-matter knowledge.
Contribute to the development of at least one policy area, from initial application through programmatic work, including 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 a range of audiences.
Bring forward ideas that support project strategic direction in alignment 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, reporting, and other systems as needed for project management and compliance.