Policy Analyst at Multistate Arlington, VA

MultiState Associates Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement savings

Job summary

A state and local government relations company is seeking a Policy Analyst to manage a portfolio of legislative and regulatory issues. Candidates should have strong research and communication skills, with a Bachelor’s degree required. The role involves analyzing legislation, drafting reports, and engaging with various stakeholders. A competitive salary of $50,000-$60,000 and benefits provided. Position requires in-person work at least three days a week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s or Juris Doctorate welcome.
• Legal, legislative, or public policy experience preferred.
• Strong analytical abilities with high attention to detail.
• Exceptional written communication skills.
• Ability to synthesize high volumes of information quickly.

Responsibilities

• Identify and track state legislation and regulations.
• Conduct policy research and analysis.
• Draft legislative summaries and reports.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong research skills

Outstanding written communication skills

Analytical abilities

Team player

Ability to prioritize

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Master’s degree or Juris Doctorate

Job description

About MultiState

MultiState is hiring a Policy Analyst to join our growing team. MultiState is a full-service state and local government relations company. We exist to make the extraordinary expected so our clients can act with confidence to achieve their goals.

Position Description

MultiState seeks an energetic, detail-oriented Policy Analyst to work on a growing portfolio of legislative and regulatory issues of importance to our clients, including environmental, retail, transportation, and energy issues, among others. The position requires reading and analyzing legislation and regulations for client interest areas; responding to client requests; and writing legislative summaries, issue briefs, and articles for our website. Opportunities also exist for statutory research. The Policy Analyst reports to the Senior Vice President and works closely with an experienced team of company leadership, policy analysts, and other company teams.

Salary range is $50,000-$60,000 for early career professionals. Additional compensation may be considered for candidates with 5+ years of directly related experience and demonstrable subject matter expertise. MultiState provides access to an array of benefits, including health insurance, paid leave, and retirement savings. This position is DC-based, requiring a minimum of three days per week in person.

The successful candidate will:

• Understand state legislative and regulatory processes;

• Be detail-oriented;

• Have strong research skills (statutory research experience a plus);

• Have outstanding written communication skills;

• Be a strong team player;

• Take initiative and thrive in a fast-paced environment without daily, detailed direction;

• Be adaptable to changing timetables and able to prioritize effectively.

Major Areas of Responsibility

• Identify, analyze, and track state legislation and regulations, as well as issue trends related to client concerns.
• Conduct policy research and analysis.
• Draft legislative and regulatory summaries, issue trend reports, blog posts, and analysis on relevant state and local policy developments to be used both externally and for internal client purposes.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required; Master’s degree or Juris Doctorate degree candidates also welcomed.
• Legal, legislative, or public policy experience preferred.
• Strong analytical abilities with high attention to detail.
• Ability to synthesize high volumes of information quickly and distill to basics for client audiences.
• Exceptional written communication skills with the ability to write clearly, concisely, and expeditiously.
• Ability to triage (i.e., know which projects and tasks are the most pressing and prioritize accordingly).

While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle, feel, or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MultiState is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. MultiState does not discriminate based on disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, writing/research sample, and two references to [e-mail], referencing “Policy Analyst” in the subject line of your email.