Urban Policy Analyst — Inclusive Cities & Equity

hraadvisors; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

HR&A Advisors, Inc. is seeking a full-time Analyst to be based in New York, Los Angeles, the Bay Area, Dallas, Raleigh, Atlanta, or Washington, D.C. offices. Analysts typically have 2–4 years in public policy, urban planning, economics, or related fields.

They draft client work products, perform substantial policy research, and support governance, budgets, and stakeholder engagement. The role demands strong analytical, written, and verbal communication, plus comfort with AI tools.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of professional experience in public policy research and analysis or related fields.
• Commitment to advancing equity with understanding of impacts on marginalized communities.
• Understanding of urban systems and policy frameworks.
• Strong research, analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with AI tools and responsible use.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related field.

Responsibilities

• Substantial public policy research and analysis.
• Strategic communications: press releases, memos, talking points, messaging frameworks.
• Governance strategy development for local government agencies.
• Power mapping and political landscape analysis.
• Municipal budget analysis and evaluation.
• Community and stakeholder engagement; designing and facilitating events.
• Case study research and client deliverables.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Qualitative analysis

Written and verbal communication

Project management

AI tools proficiency

Research and problem-solving

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Urban Planning, Economics, Political Science, or related field

Master’s degree (MPA, MBA, Urban Planning, etc.)

Tools

AI tools (LLMs)

Job description

HR&A Advisors, Inc. is seeking a full-time Analyst to be based in New York, Los Angeles, the Bay Area, Dallas, Raleigh, Atlanta, or Washington, D.C. offices. Analysts typically have 2–4 years in public policy, urban planning, economics, or related fields.

They draft client work products, perform substantial policy research, and support governance, budgets, and stakeholder engagement. The role demands strong analytical, written, and verbal communication, plus comfort with AI tools.