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

ICF; Reston (VA); Vor Ort; USD 61.000 - 104.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Equal opportunity employer

Reasonable accommodations available

Zusammenfassung

ICF seeks a Senior Policy Analyst to deliver applied research and quantitative analysis for environmental and public health programs across federal and state agencies. You will work on multidisciplinary teams to evaluate risks, model outcomes, and inform regulatory decisions.

Based in Reston, VA or Waltham, MA, this full-time role emphasizes strong data skills, policy knowledge, and collaboration with clients in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in environmental science/engineering/economics or related quantitative discipline with minimum 4 years of experience
• PhD in environmental science/engineering/economics or related field with minimum 2 years of experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; independent and innovative

Aufgaben

• Provide applied research and quantitative analyses for environmental and public health programs
• Develop and apply analytical models to support policy decisions
• Analyze large datasets using R and Python
• Prepare technical memos, policy analyses and client presentations
• Interact with clients and support business development efforts
• Collaborate on multidisciplinary teams on regulatory development and risk assessment

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Programming (R)

Programming (Python)

Excel proficiency

Policy knowledge

GIS familiarity

Project management

Client interaction

Ausbildung

Master's degree in environmental science/engineering/economics or related quantitative field

PhD in environmental science/engineering/economics or related field

Tools

R

Python

Excel

GIS

Jobbeschreibung

SENIOR 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.

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

Job Responsibilities

As a Senior 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 a minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience; OR
• PhD in environmental science, environmental engineering, economics, or a related field with a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience.

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;
• Proficiency in R and/or Python for data analysis, statistical modeling, data visualization, and automation of analytical workflows;
• Knowledge of environmental policy, environmental economics, risk assessment, exposure science, or related disciplines; and
• Advanced proficiency with Excel and other analytical software tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting federal environmental or public health agencies;
• Demonstrated understanding of the federal rulemaking process, regulatory impact analysis, benefits analysis, or environmental risk assessment;
• 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; 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 their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

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

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

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 or assist with responses during interviews (whether in‑person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

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

$60,967.00 - $103,643.00

Waltham, MA (MA12)