Senior Policy Analyst - Remote/Hybrid Impact Leader

State Higher Education Executive Officers Association; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement contribution

Vacation & holidays

Health insurance

Dental & vision

Professional development

Disability insurance

Job summary

The State Higher Education Executive Officers Association (SHEEO) seeks a Senior Policy Analyst to lead projects and provide technical assistance to states on higher education policy priorities. The role focuses on translating policy, data, and research into practical strategies for state decision-making and implementation.

You will manage projects and grants, produce policy reports and presentations, and work with SHEEO member agencies and national partners to advance effective policy and

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in higher education, public policy, or related field (or Master’s with significant experience).
• Minimum five years in a comparable role.
• Experience managing multi-state initiatives and grants.
• Ability to translate analysis into policy products (briefs, presentations, tools).
• Knowledge of state policy in higher education areas (attainment, student success, data systems).
• Strong analytical and communication skills; attention to detail.
• Experience with state agencies or policy organizations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and grants from planning through execution, ensuring milestones and deadlines.
• Provide technical assistance to SHEEO members, guiding policy development and implementation best practices.
• Develop briefs, reports, presentations, and tools translating analysis into actionable insights for state leaders.
• Conduct analysis and research on state higher education data and policy to inform projects and priorities.
• Represent SHEEO at meetings and contribute to planning and convenings.
• Build and sustain collaborative relationships with member agencies and partners.
• Identify opportunities for new projects and funding partnerships.
• Monitor trends in public higher education to inform SHEEO priorities.

Skills

Policy analysis

Project management

Technical assistance

Written briefs

Stakeholder engagement

Data interpretation

Education

PhD/EdD in higher education or public policy

Master’s degree with relevant experience

Job description

The State Higher Education Executive Officers Association (SHEEO) seeks a Senior Policy Analyst to lead projects and provide technical assistance to states on higher education policy priorities. The role focuses on translating policy, data, and research into practical strategies for state decision-making and implementation.

You will manage projects and grants, produce policy reports and presentations, and work with SHEEO member agencies and national partners to advance effective policy and