Senior Policy Analyst, Economic Security and Opportunity Initiative Georgetown University Law Center

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Senior Policy Analyst, Economic Security and Opportunity Initiative - Georgetown University Law Center

Job Overview

The Georgetown Center on Poverty and Inequality (GCPI) works with policymakers, researchers, practitioners, and advocates to develop effective policies and practices to alleviate poverty and inequality in the United States. The research areas of its Economic Security and Opportunity Initiative (ESOI) include policies, programs, and practices related to tax and benefits, jobs and education, health and human service delivery, and democracy.

The Senior Policy Analyst conducts highest level policy analysis; leads long-term, complex, mixed-methods research projects; and produces shorter-term analyses on a wide range of issues relating to economic security and opportunity. Research methods may include collecting and analyzing data to identify underlying social and economic problems, and evaluating the effects of existing policies and government programs.

The Senior Policy Analyst completes robust research and analysis; develops and advances project and center-wide strategies; conceptualizes new projects; helps lead the center's external engagement priorities and activities; and represents the center at public events, in the media, and in external meetings.

Work Interactions

Reporting to the Director of Jobs and Education, the Senior Policy Analyst works closely with the co-Executive Director; supervises Policy Analysts, Policy & Data Analysts, Interns, and student Research Assistants in developing and executing research projects and policy analysis; and develops and advances an effective and just policy and practice agenda on economic security for the United States.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent experience
• At least 7 years of experience advancing effective and just policies for disadvantaged individuals, families, and communities in the United States, plus a commitment to GCPI ESOI's mission
• A high level of knowledge of a broad range of economic security issues
• Experience developing sound research methodologies, collecting, synthesizing, analyzing, and interpreting data and policies, and developing policy recommendations
• Excellent writing and communication skills, including the ability to synthesize and clearly express complex ideas tailored for various audiences
• Race, class, and gender equity and inclusion experience, skills, and values
• Experience leading teams, supervising and mentoring staff, and managing projects and timelines with a high level of independence
• Desire and ability to work in a highly collaborative, team-based environment
• Flexibility and enthusiasm for learning
• Self-driven work ethic, initiative, and accountability
• Ability to manage a high volume of work with efficiency
• Impeccable attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to make timely, informed decisions using judgment and taking into account the facts, goals, constraints, and risks
• Facility with public use data - e.g., Current Population Survey, American Community Survey

Work Mode: Hybrid 2 Days. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources Mode of Work Designation.

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a wide variety of comprehensive and competitive benefits. Benefits packages include comprehensive health, dental and vision plans, disability and life insurance coverage, retirement savings programs, tuition assistance, voluntary insurance options (including group legal, accident, and critical illness), and much more. Whatever your need, the Office of Faculty and Staff Benefits will be standing by to support you. You can learn more about the benefits offered to eligible faculty and staff at https://benefits.georgetown.edu or view the online interactive benefits guide for more information.


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