Policy Analyst, Government Relations – Sacramento

University of Denver; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck LLP is seeking a POLICY ANALYST to support its government relations team in our Sacramento, CA office. Responsibilities include tracking and analyzing legislation, covering hearings, and conducting issue-based research to support client outcomes across legislative, regulatory, and local government matters.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong analytical and communication skills, able to engage with clients and government officials in a professional

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of work experience, including government or agency experience or relevant private sector experience.
• Exceptional writing skills are required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Full in office; 5 days a week.
• Experience with state legislatures, state government agencies, political campaigns, advocacy and lobbying, and/or policy research and analysis.
• Strong computer and research skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and balance competing priorities.
• Ability to engage clients and government officials in a mature, professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Proactively monitor, track, and report legislative, regulatory, and broader policy developments to senior team members and clients.
• Provide coverage of state legislative and regulatory hearings as needed to meet client needs.
• Produce a variety of written communications for internal and external audiences with timely, succinct summaries.
• Participate in regular calls with clients and provide real-time updates and background materials.
• Maintain relationships and coordinate meetings/logistics for clients with state legislators and agencies.
• Coordinate and lead Brownstein policy team meetings and engagement efforts for clients.
• Perform other research and duties as required.

Skills

Writing skills

Research skills

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck LLP is seeking a POLICY ANALYST to support its government relations team in our Sacramento, CA office. Responsibilities include tracking and analyzing legislation, covering hearings, and conducting issue-based research to support client outcomes across legislative, regulatory, and local government matters.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong analytical and communication skills, able to engage with clients and government officials in a professional