Transportation Policy Analyst

The Public Interest Network • Boston, MA

92d • $39,750 - $46,000

About The Position

Frontier Group seeks a transportation policy analyst to join our team delivering timely research and analysis that is accessible to the public. We are looking for a talented writer who can work with data to produce compelling reports, data visualizations, articles and other communications in support of building a more sustainable transportation system with more transportation choices for Americans.

Requirements

• At least two years of full-time experience in public interest advocacy, journalism, or policy analysis and development, OR an advanced degree in a relevant field plus some experience in public interest advocacy, journalism, or policy analysis and development.
• Skills and creativity to distill information from a variety of sources into clear, powerful conclusions and communicate those conclusions in writing to decision-makers and the public.
• Experience with designing and carrying out data analysis.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in transportation research, policy development or advocacy is strongly preferred, but not required.
• Experience with geospatial analysis, database design and/or modeling is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and draw conclusions from recent published research.
• Do quantitative analysis of existing data sets and sometimes collect original data through interviews, surveys and collaboration with academic researchers.
• Write clear, concise, message-driven reports.
• Produce op-eds, social media posts, fact sheets and other communications to disseminate the results of our research.
• Participate actively in the development of transportation campaigns and programs in partnership with groups within The Public Interest Network.
• Evaluate policy alternatives and work with advocates on the ground to develop policy principles and proposals.
• Provide research support for Frontier Group analysts and advocates throughout The Public Interest Network through data-checking and fact-checking of reports and other communications.
• Take part in organization-building activities including recruitment, fundraising and staff training.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Time off
• Commuter benefit program
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Parental leave
• Long term disability insurance
• Needs-based student loan assistance
• Excellent training program
• Opportunities for advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees