Policy & Legislation Strategist

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Washington’s DSHS HCLA is seeking a Legislative and Policy Analyst to drive policy analysis, coordinate legislative activities, and advise executives on long-term care policy implications. The role focuses on interpreting bills, tracking hearings, and guiding responses to legislative sponsors to influence department initiatives.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of experience in long‑term care policy, with deep knowledge of Medicaid laws and related regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in political science, public administration, business administration, social work, health or social science, or related field.
• At least 5 years of work experience in the long-term care arena including Medicaid laws, regulations, and policies.
• Advanced-level policy analysis and subject matter expertise for DSHS/HCLA.
• Ability to explain legislation and policy to diverse audiences including the public, stakeholders, tribes, and state agencies.
• Ability to coordinate meetings with legislative sponsors, stakeholders, and tribes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis to support policy and program development.
• Provide advanced policy analysis, technical assistance, and subject matter expertise to DSHS/HCLA staff and partners.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on legislative and policy matters with potential impacts on programs.
• Explain legislation and policy impacts to the public, stakeholders, tribal governments and agencies.
• Coordinate meetings with sponsors, stakeholders, and tribes to support department requests and legislation.

Skills

Policy analysis

Legislation analysis

Stakeholder coordination

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

State of Washington’s DSHS HCLA is seeking a Legislative and Policy Analyst to drive policy analysis, coordinate legislative activities, and advise executives on long-term care policy implications. The role focuses on interpreting bills, tracking hearings, and guiding responses to legislative sponsors to influence department initiatives.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of experience in long‑term care policy, with deep knowledge of Medicaid laws and related regulations.