Public Policy Analyst

Navy Federal Credit Union; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Navy Federal Credit Union is seeking a Public Policy Analyst to monitor federal and state legislative and regulatory developments, conduct research, and assist in preparing communications and reports for leadership. The role supports internal coordination, policy tracking, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely policy insights for Navy Federal and its members.

The position requires 2+ years in public policy or related fields, with strong writing skills and a solid understanding of

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in public policy, legislative affairs, regulatory analysis, or related discipline.
• Basic understanding of federal and state legislative/regulatory processes.
• Strong research and writing skills; ability to communicate policy issues clearly.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with project coordination and policy tracking tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and summarize federal and state legislative and regulatory developments relevant to credit unions and financial services.
• Assist in analyzing the impact of proposed laws, regulations, and policy changes on Navy Federal's operations and members.
• Support the preparation of briefing memos, reports, and internal communications for business units and leadership.
• Help coordinate responses to RFIs, complaints, and inquiries from government entities.
• Maintain tracking systems for business unit requests, lobbying activity, and policy engagement metrics.
• Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and other internal teams to ensure consistent policy messaging and documentation.
• Contribute to research efforts supporting senior management on public policy matters.
• Participate in external meetings and forums as appropriate, supporting senior staff.

Skills

Public policy experience

Regulatory knowledge

Research writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Policy tracking tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/public administration/operations analysis/legal studies

Job description

Overview

The Public Policy Analyst supports Navy Federal Credit Union's public policy and government relations efforts by monitoring legislative and regulatory developments, conducting research, and assisting in the preparation of communications and reports. Ensures timely and accurate policy insights are shared across the organization and contributes to internal coordination and tracking of policy-related activities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and summarize federal and state legislative and regulatory developments relevant to credit unions and financial services
• Assist in analyzing the impact of proposed laws, regulations, and policy changes on Navy Federal's operations and members
• Support the preparation of briefing memos, reports, and internal communications for business units and leadership
• Help coordinate responses to Requests for Information (RFIs), complaints, and inquiries from government entities
• Maintain tracking systems for business unit requests, lobbying activity (e.g., Lobby Hours), and policy engagement metrics
• Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and other internal teams to ensure consistent policy messaging and documentation
• Contribute to research efforts supporting senior management on public policy matters
• Participate in external meetings and forums as appropriate, supporting senior staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, operations analysis, legal studies, or the equivalent combination of training, education and experience
• 2+ years of experience in public policy, legislative affairs, regulatory analysis, or a related discipline
• Basic understanding of legislative and regulatory processes at the federal and state levels
• Strong research and writing skills, with the ability to communicate policy issues clearly
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities
• Familiarity with project coordination and policy tracking tools

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in financial services or credit union policy
• Working knowledge of Department of Navy operations or military-related policy issues

Hours

• Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location

• 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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