Policy Analyst (Reston, VA or Waltham, MA HYBRID role)

ICF; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF’s Regulatory, Policy and Economics team seeks a Policy Analyst to provide applied research, quantitative analysis, and consulting support for environmental and public health programs.

You will work on multidisciplinary teams evaluating health risks, impacts of policies, and developing analytical models, supporting evidence-based decision making across environmental issues.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field with internship or 1 year of experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for complex challenges.
• Ability to program in R and/or Python for data analysis.
• Proficiency with Excel and analytical software tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide applied research and quantitative analysis for environmental/public health programs.
• Develop, apply, and maintain analytical models and tools for risk assessment and policy decisions.
• Analyze large environmental, health, economic, and geospatial datasets using R and Python.
• Synthesize literature to inform policy decisions and prepare client deliverables.
• Interact with clients and support business development and proposals.

Skills

Excellent written & oral communication

Strong analytical & problem-solving

Team collaboration

Policy analysis mindset

Attention to deadlines

Education

Master’s degree in environmental science/engineering/economics or related quantitative discipline

PhD in environmental science/engineering/economics or related field

Tools

R

Python

GIS

Excel

Job description

POLICY ANALYST

ICF’s Regulatory, Policy and Economics business portfolio supports federal, state, and local government clients in addressing complex environmental, public health, and regulatory challenges. We combine policy analysis, scientific research, economic evaluation, and advanced modeling to help clients develop evidence-based solutions to pressing environmental issues and inform regulatory development. Our work spans a range of environmental and health topics, including drinking water quality, emerging contaminants, risk assessment, and water resources management. We work with virtually all federal agencies and with state and local agencies and select non-profit and private-sector clients. Our key clients include the Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Transportation, Department of Labor, Department of Homeland Security, and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

We offer a dynamic work environment where you will contribute to high-profile environmental and public health initiatives while working alongside multidisciplinary teams of data scientists, engineers, economists, health scientists, and policy experts.

This full-time position will be located in Waltham, MA or Reston, VA.

Job Responsibilities :

As a Policy Analyst , you will provide applied research, quantitative analysis, and consulting services in support of environmental and public health programs for federal and state agencies. You will work on multidisciplinary teams that evaluate health risks, assess the impacts and benefits of environmental policies and regulations, develop and apply analytical models, and support evidence-based decision making across a range of environmental and public health issues.

Responsibilities may include:

• Conducting policy, scientific, economic, and technical analyses to support regulatory development, program evaluation, and decision-making;
• Developing, applying, and maintaining quantitative models and analytical tools related to environmental exposure, human health risk, environmental fate and transport, benefits analysis, and regulatory decision-making;
• Analyzing large environmental, public health, economic, and geospatial datasets using programming languages such as R and Python;
• Evaluating and synthesizing scientific, technical, and economic literature to support policy and regulatory decisions;
• Preparing technical memoranda, policy analyses, economic assessments, rulemaking support documents, peer-reviewed publications, and client presentations; and
• Interacting directly with clients and supporting business development and proposal activities.

Minimum qualifications:

• Master’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, economics, or a related quantitative discipline with internship or 1 year of relevant work experience; OR
• PhD in environmental science, environmental engineering, economics, or a related field.

Additional qualifications:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Very strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and apply innovative approaches to complex technical challenges;
• Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects concurrently under strict deadlines in a fast-paced consulting environment;
• Demonstrated expertise in quantitative analysis, statistical methods, and model development;
• Ability to program in R and/or Python for data analysis, management, and visualization; and
• Proficiency with Excel and other analytical software tools.

Preferred qualifications:

• Proficiency in R and/or Python for data analysis, statistical modeling, data visualization, and automation of analytical workflows;
• Experience with environmental fate and transport modeling, exposure modeling, water quality modeling, human health risk assessment, or benefits analysis;
• Familiarity with GIS, spatial analysis, and environmental data systems;
• Knowledge of environmental policy, environmental economics, risk assessment, exposure science, or related disciplines; and
• Experience managing complex technical tasks, coordinating with multidisciplinary project teams, and interacting directly with clients.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world’s toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship

All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for new H-1B visa sponsorship by ICF. Candidates who currently hold valid work authorization may be considered for a change of employer petition, subject to company policy and applicable immigration requirements.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please [e-mail] we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance [e-mail]. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$55,424.00 - $94,221.00

Waltham, MA (MA12)