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 comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements:

The Georgetown University community is committed to our public health approach and the important role that vaccines play in contributing to the safety of our University and our broader communities. Georgetown University requires students, faculty, staff and visitors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to have received a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot when eligible, or to have an approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement applies to all faculty and staff, including teleworking employees. Complete details and updates can be found in the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resource Center.


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