What are the responsibilities and job description for the POLICY ANALYST position at The Public Interest Network?
Policy Analyst
Department : Frontier Group
Employment Type : Full Time
Location : Boston, MA
Compensation : $38,000 - $42,000 / year
Description
Frontier Group seeks a policy analyst to join our team delivering timely research and analysis that is accessible to the public on environmental and consumer problems and solutions. We are looking for a talented writer who is also willing to work with complex data, and who is able to derive insights from diverse fields of knowledge to arrive at new ideas for solving pressing problems.
Key Responsibilities
Frontier Group policy analysts distill complex data into clear, powerful conclusions that are easy to communicate to decision-makers and the public. This position requires exercising discretion and independent judgment in making decisions in matters of significance. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to :
- Review and draw conclusions from recent research in environmental science, public health, economics, and other fields.
- Do quantitative analysis of existing data sets and sometimes collect original data through interviews, surveys and collaboration with academic researchers.
- Write clear, concise, message-driven reports.
- Produce op-eds, social media, fact sheets and other communications to disseminate the results of our research.
- Evaluate policy alternatives and work with advocates on the ground to develop policy principles and proposals.
- Take part in organization-building activities including recruitment, fundraising and staff training.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
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Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
The starting annual compensation range for someone with 2-5 years of relevant experience is $38,000-42,000. Candidates on the lower end of directly relevant experience should expect to be on the lower end of this range; candidates on the higher end of relevant experience are likely to be on the higher end of this range. Frontier Group offers an excellent benefits package. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents, paid time off, our commuter benefit program, a 401(k) plan with employer match, parental leave, long term disability insurance, and may include needs-based student loan assistance. We also offer an excellent training program and opportunities for advancement.
Our Mission and Values
Why work with Frontier Group and The Public Interest Network? Check out 10 reasons : https : / / frontiergroup.org / why-work-with-us /
Frontier Group is part of The Public Interest Network, which operates and supports organizations committed to a shared vision of a better world and a strategic approach to social change. Visit https : / / frontiergroup.org / core-values / for things you should know about our network when you apply.
The Center for Public Interest Research is an equal opportunity employer.
COVID-19 : We take COVID-19 safety very seriously. Employees must follow our COVID safety protocols and be fully vaccinated and boosted. Accommodations are provided to the extent required by law.
Salary : $38,000 - $42,000
