What are the responsibilities and job description for the POLICY ANALYST/COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST position at Hispanic Federation Inc?
Who We Are
Hispanic Federation (HF) is the nation's premier Latino nonprofit membership organization. Founded in 1990, HF supports Latino families and strengthens Latino institutions through grantmaking, capacity building assistance to Latino nonprofits, advocacy, disaster relief, and direct services. The values that drive our work include a commitment to excellence, diversity, equity and inclusion, fairness and justice, and respect, empathy, and compassion.
HF has a staff of over 100 at its New York headquarters and field offices in Los Angeles, CA; Hartford, CT; Washington, DC; Orlando, FL; Chicago, IL; Charlotte and Mount Olive, NC; and San Juan, PR. It serves 133 member organizations and a national network of 700 Latino nonprofits in 42 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia.
Who We Seek
Hispanic Federation seeks a Policy Analyst & Compliance Specialist to advance HF's New York State policy priorities and campaigns, carry out public policy analysis and prepare issue briefs and other materials to support the organization's advocacy efforts - especially Albany-based efforts - and manage tracking and compliance for all HF's lobbying activities. The Policy Analyst will focus on Education public policy and focus on the impacts of education in communities of color. The Policy Analyst will work with staff in multiple offices . The Policy Analyst / Compliance Specialist must have both direct public policy and advocacy experience and will be trained in regard to both federal and New York State lobbying rules and reporting requirements.
The successful candidate will have the ability to prepare concise and effective public policy and advocacy materials, sound oral communications skills, and the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with public officials and other advocates. The Policy Analyst & Compliance Specialist smust be well organized, results oriented, and effective at multi-tasking. The position provides an excellent opportunity for gaining broad experience in public policy and advocacy work for a highly respected, growing Latino organization.
Position Location : Albany, NY
Reports to : Director for Policy and Social Impact
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Public policy and advocacy :
- Advance HF's New York State Policy Priorities and Campaigns through :
Maintaining up-to-date knowledge about state policies affecting Latino communities, primarily in education, but also in economic empowerment, immigration, and health.
Monitor and evaluate New York State policies and legislation.
Schedule and attend meetings with legislative staff, policymakers, experts, and issue stakeholders to effectively communicate HF policy priorities.
Support HF's lobbying time tracking system.
Required Skills and Qualifications :
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
Compensation
The salary range for this position is $70k-$75k and is commensurate with experience. Compensation includes fully subsidized medical, dental, vision insurance, access to flexible spending for medical and transportation, and a 403 (B) retirement plan with a match of up to 6% after 6 months of service.
To Apply
Please submit a rsum, cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications, and two relevant writing samples via e-mail to careers@hispanicfederation.org. No telephone calls. For more information about the Hispanic Federation, go to www.hispanicfederation.org.
Hispanic Federation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation and / or other protected categories.
Salary : $70,000 - $75,000
