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0-5 years of experience
Acted as ARRA Implementation Project Manager for the state Weatherization program
- Contributed to multiple consulting projects in the area of data assessment and reporting
- Supported state-wide SAP Business Objects implementation and dashboard creation efforts
- Completed 18-month management program including budget, policy, HR and management consulting rotations at the following agencies: DNCR, DEP, DCED, OA, DOC, and GBO.
- Collaborated with agency personnel on implementation of GASB Financial Statement No. 49
0-5 years of experience
Supporting HQ U.S. Air Force Operations, Plans, and Requirements, Strategic Plans and Policy Division, Pentagon
- Led project management efforts for a new IT venture for government client – developed project cost estimate, work breakdown structure, engineering design plan and project management plan
- Conducted strategic planning workshops to validate strategic objectives, conduct stakeholder management and perform critical business process analysis
- Performed strategic communications outreach to improve stakeholder relations, communicate emerging issues and expectations. Developed and presented briefings to senior leaders at international and federal government forums
- Revised policies and standard operating procedures for client, codifying current business model
- Conducted requirements validation and software develop planning estimates to maintain IT configuration control
0-5 years of experience
Initiated program to design state support for manufacturing jobs by assembling statewide group and applying for federal study grant.
- Analyzed plans and implementation of statewide public-private partnership, Enterprise Florida, for economic and jobs improvement in Technical Industries.
- Drafted and reviewed parts of successful 1992 and 1993 Legislation for the Department.
- Organized and served as staff of the Florida Defense Issues Task Force to define the defense downturn in Florida.
0-5 years of experience
- Authored monthly Policy E-Alert, CHF’s online policy newsletter and action alerts
- Established, developed, implemented, and currently manage CHF’s first online advocacy tool, now used by over 2,500 CHF supporters and advocates, up from 400 supporters in 2007
- Drafted, submitted and tracked over 60 appropriations requests annually for national network partners, over $300,000 secured
- Designed and coordinated multi-site research study on the effect of federal law requiring
0-5 years of experience
Drafted policy briefs and technical reports detailing research methods and policy relevant findings
- Interpreted data and produce written analyses and visual presentations for distribution to diverse internal and external audiences
- Worked independently and with a team to track completion of project components and deadlines
- Participated in stakeholder meetings, training sessions, multi-agency meetings, and internal meetings on related materials and projects
- Developed, designed and presented project creating a regional analysis and map of healthcare prices in Massachusetts
- Contributed in analysis and display of hospital financial data in Hospital Profiles project
- Created maps and graphics for agency website
0-5 years of experience
Information Management, Technology & Reengineering Directorate, Dept. of Defense
- Provided congressional support to the Director, Integration & Communications and Chief Information Officer
- Monitored all congressional initiatives that affect the Military Health System (MHS) Information Management/Information Technology (IM/IT) program
- Monitored actions taken by Congress and provided assessments of cost or other impact(s)
- Drafted written and verbal testimony, responses to potential questions from committee members, and updated information papers for the Chief Information Officer in preparation for hearings
- Identified, drafted, and prepared reports to Congress
- Drafted and prepared documents in response to Congressional inquiries for general information and for Congressional adjustments to the MHS IM/IT program
0-5 years of experience
Trained Family Investment Unit (FIA) staff in food supplement, Medicaid and cash assistance policies
- Proficient with COMAR policies & procedures for food supplement and Medicaid
- Interpreted and implemented federal/state policies for the management of FIA programs
- Reviewed customer appeals on eligibility decisions and provided explanation of agency determination
- Agency liaison for regional/federal/state agencies and private organizations to provide clarification on program policies and FIA procedures
- Reviewed case managers eligibility decisions on FIA programs to ensure adherence to policy
- Analyzed program data and prepared reports for management
0-5 years of experience
Provided Accountants, Attorneys and third party Power of Attorney representatives with expert interpretation of federal laws pertaining to third party representation of individual and business taxpayers.
- Visited various service center locations to assess the level of front line service provided to professionals in the industry and initiated policy and procedural guidelines amendments accordingly.
- Responded to congressional inquiries regarding third party representation.
- Reviewed and utilized feedback from system users to initiate policy revisions.
0-5 years of experience
- Built and maintained relationships with elected officials, community boards, non-profits, and local residents.
- Developed and implemented new community-focused engagement programs.
- Communicated and publicized programs and initiatives including NYU’s twenty-five year strategic growth plan.
- Elected to the University-wide Administrators Council and the University Senate.
- Represented NYU as an Executive Board Member of the NoHo NY Business Improvement District.
0-5 years of experience
Perform comprehensive research on topics in venue and infrastructure security, cyber and intellectual property protection and corporate due diligence. Advise senior management on latest developments and make recommendations on action plans for clients.
- Collaborate with internal and external consultant teams to produce client proposals and issue briefs on trade, new market entry, immigration and other border issues, government grants and financial services.
- Manage firm’s web content and social media presence. Compose business development materials for current and potential clientele.
- Supervise GSIS intern program, including hiring, training, day-to-day task delegation and management.
- Execute contracts and payments for external consultants and third party associations. Directed operations and oversaw a $50k budget for GSIS office expansion.
0-5 years of experience
Completed a complex analysis of poverty rankings in West Virginia
- Researched and analyzed data on the amount of EITC filers per West Virginia county, Senate and House districts
- Drafted a comprehensive (20 page) policy brief on the benefit of a State Earned Income Tax Credit in West Virginia
- Lobbied members of the state legislature to advocate for an Earned Income Tax Credit in West Virginia
- Dealt with members of the press on a weekly basis.
- Published an editorial on the subject of unclaimed stimulus checks
- Co-authored an article on the impact of the China Trade Deficit on manufacturing jobs in West Virginia
0-5 years of experience
Developed working knowledge of NYS corporate tax structure and the budget process
- Researched corporate tax issues and tax incentive programs for small and large businesses
- Forecasted new tax estimates for next year based on latest economic modeling
- Analyzed and forecasted changes to NYS tax structure projections provided by economists
- Wrote reports and memorandums updating the public, and departments within the agency
0-5 years of experience
An established leader in insurance asset acquisition and disposition, policy servicing and optimization, medical and life expectancy monitoring, and life insurance backed note servicing.
- Performed cost analysis and financial forecasting to evaluate ROI, value and risks associated with investments.
- Provided timely and accurate financial analysis and budgeting reports for management and clientele.
- Constructed financial models optimizing portfolio rate of returns.
- Reduced acquisition costs through qualitative due diligence.
- Managed portfolio’s comprising in excess of 3 billion in face value.
- Presented recommendations to portfolio owners and management.
- Prioritized and controlled multiple ad-hoc analysis projects and assignments.
- Participated in the hiring and training process of new analyst.
0-5 years of experience
Assisted with implementation of Trial and Forbearance plan programs for Loss Mitigation.
- Created process improvement methods to streamline time and enhance quality service to customers.
- Ensured accurate, efficient and timely analysis for all trial forbearances on a daily, monthly, quarterly and annual basis for investors.
- Used DOORS reporting system to create Excel reports for negotiators to notify when borrower has completed the trial plan.
- Provided statistical analysis for process performance and root causes.
- Identified process improvement opportunities.
- Ensured thorough research on special projects as requested by upper level management.
- Assisted in various data analysis for company audits.
0-5 years of experience
Configured Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for implementation.
- Primary trainer for end users with new LIMS software across the organization.
- Managed and tracked the budget for the Division of Public Health Informatics and Surveillance.
- Served as a resource for the State Laboratory with its Enterprise Business Process Initiative (EBP).
- Analyzed Request for Information (RFI) documents, instrumental in the decision-making for Laboratory Information Management Systems purchasing.
- Diagrammed processes, interviewed subject matter experts, interpreted feedback, and analyzed probable improvements to the Laboratory Information Management Systems and the laboratory as a whole for the EBP Team.
0-5 years of experience
Specialized in: Economic Development, Transportation, Local Governments, Public Corporations, Natural Resources, Environmental Policy, Energy and Agriculture, Veterans Affairs
- Negotiated public policy, state laws and state budget on behalf of the Senate Majority Conference
- Drafted legislation, crafted supporting/opposing arguments and authored accompanying bill memorandum
- Analyzed legislation and made recommendations as to what bills should be advanced or amended
- Political liaison to constituents, Conference members, Executive, Legislative leadership, and industry groups
0-5 years of experience
- Provided policy recommendations to the leadership and management of DHH’S Health Promotion Team on all matters related to chronic diseases.
- Developed and implemented health policy initiatives that utilized both evidence and practice base approaches to address environmental, programmatic, and infrastructure changes to reduce the burden of chronic disease statewide
- Oversaw the Louisiana tobacco free schools initiative to ensure implementation of comprehensive tobacco-free school policy in school districts statewide.
- Reviewed and analyzed programmatic reports on health policy issues as it relates to chronic disease and health promotion
- Responsible for facilitation and participation in health policy trainings with state partners, community leaders, and health professionals
- Researched and monitored legislation and public policies that impact health outcomes
0-5 years of experience
Conducted policy research pertaining to San Jose’s District 7
- Formulated effective campaign materials
- Composed policy memorandums and briefs pertaining to District 7’s highest demanding issues
- Assisted in gaining voter interest through cold calling and social media marketing
0-5 years of experience
Advise social services departments throughout Maryland on Medicaid eligibility issues by evaluating applicants’ assets in trusts, deeds and wills in accordance with the federal Social Security Act and the Code of Maryland Regulations.
- Review, revise and update agency policy manuals to reflect changes pursuant to the Affordable Care Act and the Modified Adjusted Gross Income eligibility rules.
- Create statewide memoranda and action transmittals to reflect important changes in agency policy by collaborating with program specialists and researching health care data.
- Selected to serve on interview panels for policy positions within the agency and assist with hiring decisions.
0-5 years of experience
- Tracked and analyzed policy items at the local, state, and federal levels as they related to the goals of the Institute
- Provided political and legislative perspectives on ongoing Institute projects
- Contributed to research and writing of several Institute research publications
- Summarized relevant bills in Sacramento and Washington for research and development staff
- Authored entries for the Currency of Ideas blog
0-5 years of experience
- Collected and analyzed data on programs and legislation for discussion at legislative meetings.
- Evaluated and reviewed executive departmental requests for Committees on Health, Personnel and Mass Transit to include budget review and analysis.
- Drafted grammatically correct and accurate committee meeting minutes and legislation for public record.
- Managed legislative research of local law prohibiting indoor smoking in public places and compared and contrasted legal restrictions and enforcements at county and state levels.
- Attended monthly Community Service Board meetings and advised legislature of community mental health services for the adoption of rules and regulations affecting the condition or operation of mental health delivery systems and facilities.
6-10 years of experience
Identified, monitored, researched, analyzed and communicated federal and state health care policies and legislation impacting Indiana’s community health centers and access to care for Indiana residents
- Vast knowledge of the Affordable Act, Medicaid, Medicare, managed care entities, etc.
- Researched potential strategies that would improve access to health care for all Indiana residents
- Legislative/advocacy liaison with the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC), Congressional staff and IPHCA’s lobbyist
- Compiled statewide health center data for analysis and distribution to health centers, elected officials and other stakeholders
- Organized and implemented ongoing health center grassroots advocacy efforts
- Staff liaison for IPHCA’s Federally-Qualified Health Center (FQHC) Forum
- Staff liaison for IPHCA’s Health Policy Committee
- Provided technical assistance to community health centers
0-5 years of experience
Produced issue brief on patient-centered medical home (PCMH) impact on quality of care, patient experience, and cost, which was used by HRSA’s Administrator during briefing meetings with the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services
- Prepared comprehensive literature review on the effect of PCMH models on quality of care, patient/workforce
- Coordinated and conducted qualitative interviews on National Health Service Corps physician assistant
- Developed focus group interview guides with HRSA bureaus and contractors regarding the HRSA contracting
0-5 years of experience
Worked closely with the Legislative and Congressional Liaisons to communicate agencies decisions with legislators and their constituency.
- Applied written and oral communication to satisfy all parties involved in major transportation projects around the state.
- Tracked and wrote weekly reports on all state legislation of interest to the agency.
- Produced weekly reports for the Federal Transportation Reauthorization Bill.
- Summarized and communicated legal writings for updating all employees on important issues.
- Researched, developed, and presented findings to the State Transportation Reauthorization Committee on the establishment of a National Infrastructure Bank and its effect on current transportation funding.
- Maintained the Microsoft Access legislative inquiry database for the agency.
- Tracked all inquiries received and insure a timely response.
- Conceptualized, built, and maintained two Microsoft Access databases for the Office of Governmental Affairs.
- Communicated and worked with all division heads.
0-5 years of experience
Senior policy expert/ program manager for a 2000 staff member organization in the Department of Defense
- Serve as a United States Southern Command’s senior policy expert, consultant, and program manager for all aspects of major headquarters policy analysis and development
- Program manager for the legal protections process for all U.S. Department of Defense forces traveling and working in Latin America
- Led a classified, groundbreaking initiative on a never-before discussed topic that eventually resulted in a major strategic victory for the United States
- Develop complex operational and emergency plans using analytical and collaborative abilities
- Nominated and awarded Civilian of the Quarter for outstanding contributions to the headquarters in 2013 and 2014
- Led a interdepartmental group to find workable resolutions to contentious policy issues
0-5 years of experience
- Developed and maintained all departmental policies and procedures
- Wrote and designed training materials, presentations and how-to manuals
- Documented all workflows related to the loan process
- Supported credit operation departments with programs and vendor website assistance
- Assisted VP management with implementation of processes and procedures to drive consistency and accuracy throughout the company
0-5 years of experience
- Analyzed and summarized federal legislation and regulations for client memorandums sent to over 5,000 healthcare clients.
- Represented healthcare and pharmaceutical clients at federal hearings; summarized key issues.
- Managed and successfully coordinated hundreds of notifications to state and federal agencies for multiple major pharmacy change of ownership projects.
0-5 years of experience
Worked closely with legislative and congressional liaisons to communicate KDOT decisions to legislators and their constituencies.
- Provided written and oral communication to satisfy all parties involved in major transportation projects in the State of Kansas.
- Tracked and wrote weekly reports on all state legislation of interest to KDOT.
- Produced weekly reports for the Federal transportation Reauthorization Bill.
- Summarized and communicated legal writings for updating KDOT employees on important issues.
- Researched, developed, and presented findings to the State Transportation Reauthorization Committee on the establishment of a National Infrastructure Bank and its effect on current transportation funding.
- Maintained the Microsoft Access Legislative Inquiry Database for KDOT.
- Tracked all inquiries received and insured a timely response.
- Conceptualized, built, and maintained two Microsoft Access databases for the KDOT Office of Governmental Affairs.
- Communicated and worked with all KDOT division heads.
0-5 years of experience
- Managed volunteer physician group that crafted and identified information resources on various ambulatory care and physician reimbursement issues.
- Proposed and managed a task force to examine and develop educational and policy resources on the increased national interest in and use of complementary and alternative medicine.
- Contributed to the development of policy and clinical reports on acute clinical conditions, preventive care, and complementary medicine.
- Participated in a cross-departmental workgroup to develop and launch organizational diversity training.
0-5 years of experience
Policy analyst for [company name], Public Safety, and MARTOC committees
- Summarized legislation assigned to committees while working with legislative council
- Prepared materials for committee meetings
- Maintained working relationship with committee members and lobbyists
- Assisted representatives in constituent-specific tasks and understanding of policies/policy process
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the bank’s market risk policy framework and governance.
- Developed policy on VaR calculation and back testing, stress/scenario testing, market risk limits, holding periods, market data, and trading risk governance.
- Provided subject matter expertise on Basel, European Union, Dutch Central Bank, and FSA market risk regulations.
- Administered the bank’s senior market risk committee, attended by CRO, Global Head of Market Risk, and senior market and counterparty credit risk staff.
0-5 years of experience
Provided senior-level administrative support to the EEO Officer.
- Researched and assisted in the creation of “Train the Trainer EEO manual.”/ facilitated training session.
- Created data base for EEO cases, conducted research, prepared statistical reports, maintained database, handled patron information requests and intake process.
- Prepared correspondence, arranged conference calls, scheduled meetings and updated calendars and conferences for EEO Officer.
- Assisted with case preparation for reasonable accommodation, internal, external, and consultation cases.
- Assisted with factual or legal Labor Law research at all levels of a case.
- Prepared and print motions.
- Liaison between various interdepartmental divisions.
0-5 years of experience
- Assisted and administrated for fortune 1000 company executives/agencies (and new start-ups) in PR and Marketing
- Development and publication of certified web-based training materials, policies and co-hosted informational events
- Evaluation of new technology and implementation of best practices used in employee training
- Compiled industry databases and presented analysis to business organizations, Governor and the State Legislature
- Published and distributed information across multiple platforms and databases
- Interviewed, evaluated and trained new employees on all computer software systems
- Presented quarterly information to CEO, CFO and Board of Director
0-5 years of experience
- Analyzed national and state health policy and regulatory issues and wrote policy briefs
- Reported results to executive management and advised on business strategy implications
- Collaborated with internal departments to develop and maintain corporate procedures for policy analysis and policy communications
- Worked with staff to inject public policy information into the strategic planning process using a Balanced Scorecard
0-5 years of experience
- Monitored and analyzed Medicare physician reimbursement issues and the health care environment to address issues of PM&R.
- Reviewed draft policies from state Medicare and private insurance carriers.
- Served as staff liaison to Medical Practice Committee and the Medicare Carrier Advisory Committee.
- Managed information exchange with members and answers physician questions regarding medical practice.
- Organized and wrote articles for monthly membership publication and an online newsletter regarding health care policy.
0-5 years of experience
Led the formulation, research, writing, editing, publication, and marketing of highly-detailed Maryland public policy analyses, focusing primarily on education policy
- Directed the founding and initial operation of the Institute’s social media presence
- Hired, directed, supervised, and reviewed the work of a contract employee
- Developed and managed relationships with relevant stakeholders both inside and outside of Maryland’s General Assembly
0-5 years of experience
- Conducted post-marketing safety surveillance on drugs and medical devices using Medicare and Medicaid claims and enrollment data to inform FDA’s policy decision.
- Created and used internal SAS macro programs to manage large confidential data, generate summary statistics and conduct statistical modeling including logistic regression, Kaplan-Meier survival analysis and Cox proportional hazards model to estimate adverse event rates.
- Interpreted statistical analysis results, generate tables and graphs, and summarize study findings in weekly deliverables.
- Developed and modified SAS macro programs to enhance programming efficiency, streamline analysis process, and minimize errors.
- Conducted code reviews with junior programmers to validate analytical algorithms and suggest better programming technique.
0-5 years of experience
Lead analysis for multiple health policy focus areas, including Title X, the federal budget, women’s medical homes, and HIV/AIDS, including Ryan White.
- Wrote grants to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation in collaboration with other divisions.
- Support 84 affiliates on health care finance strategy development, health care reform implementation, women’s health care issues, delivery system reform, Title X and health care workforce shortage issues.
- Lead multiple internal work groups on the federal budget and HIV/AIDS.
- Represent Planned Parenthood in multiple coalitions related to family planning and HIV/AIDS focusing on the federal funding of Title X, Ryan White and reproductive health programs.
- Author materials including toolkits, memos, fact sheets and web content for affiliates, lobbyists, and Planned Parenthood’s digital media team on Title X, HIV/AIDS, and the federal budget.
0-5 years of experience
Worked as a full-time member of the campaign’s Policy Team
- Communicated Ms. Quinn’s public policy ideas to interest groups and voters
- Drafted press releases and compiled news clips for Press Team
- Staffed media events and updated policy proposals to website for Media Team
0-5 years of experience
Researched, analyzed and interpreted legislation, regulations and policies for their impact on the agency and its stakeholders. Evaluated the applicability and effect of proposed legislation and agency directives. Communicated (both orally and in writing) my findings, analysis and recommendations to the Director in a clear and succinct manner.
- Collaborated with private and federal stakeholders to develop and implement new public safety policies. Ensured the interests of multiple stakeholders were considered and appropriately addressed. Maintained professional relationships with agency staff as well as District and federal agency partners.
- Developed and disseminated materials for public education communication strategies. Drafted documents that identified emerging issues, outlined recommendations and proposed solutions to problems. Drafted reports, letters, research memorandum, talking points and PowerPoint presentations. Assisted with the development of the agency’s strategic plan.
- Managed the timely production and publication of reports. Duties included developing background information; researching documents; compiling and gathering data; summarizing and analyzing information for incorporation into final reports; coordinating the review of initial drafts; providing content and copy editing; formulating communications plans for the release of the report. Collaborated with the agency Statistical Analysis Center to compile statistical data and provided qualitative analysis for use in published reports. Coordinated interagency grant applications.
- Facilitated a task force consisting of 25 representatives from government and public entities. Duties included identifying areas of collaboration, facilitating monthly meetings and ensuring actions items are executed in a timely and accurate manner. Coordinated a healthcare workgroup that worked with private and federal stakeholders to implement a new policy to enhance the continuity of healthcare for returning citizens.
- Represented agency on law enforcement and criminal justice related committees and interagency workgroups. Collaborated with the Deputy Mayor’s Office for Public Safety and Justice and other D.C. Council staff. Presented program objectives to varying audiences through public events, presentations and briefings.
0-5 years of experience
- Analyzed, researched, and drafted legislation and regulations on health issues affecting individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities.
- Responsible for tracking over 150 health care bills each legislative session.
- Directed the drafting of state health department regulations on training direct care staff.
- Managed association communications and acted as point of contact for the 105 members agencies of the association and their 5,000 employees.
- Liaison to state government agencies, industry, and the public on issues affecting people with disabilities.
- Designed, implemented, and maintained association’s website utilizing HTML coding.
- Managed staff and directed development of two annual conferences and multiple special events.
- Managed six association committees and served as lead for committee projects.
6-10 years of experience
Perform financial analysis and due diligence on real estate development projects subsidized by the District of Columbia through Tax Increment Financing (TIF) program.
- Lead financial analysis and due diligence of projects financed through Great Streets and Downtown Retail Priority Area TIF programs.
- Negotiate legal agreements with development partners governing the District’s issuance of TIF Notes and Bonds.
- Closed $64.3 million in bond issuances to support development projects. Currently negotiating terms of an additional $53 million in bonds to be issued in 2011.
- Created new system to track and calculate debt service on economic development projects, and to estimate impact of projects on new Council-enacted debt cap.
- Prepare briefing materials and presentations for meetings with CFO, Council Members, Mayor and federal government officials on projects ranging from property dispositions to federal land transfer to financial viability of private real estate partners.
0-5 years of experience
- Developed a rubric based on the organization’s policy agenda to grade charter school laws in each state
- Performed a gap analysis of each state’s charter school law to determine compliance with rubric
- Utilized bill tracking software to track charter school bills from across the country and analyzed bills for alignment with the organization’s mission and agenda
- Tracked the policy division’s progress on strategic plan goals and reported out to staff and stakeholders
- Assisted in surpassing the strategic plan goals for the department
- Worked with the Chief of Staff to develop a Staff Retention Policy to attract and retain the highest quality employees
0-5 years of experience
- Developed and implemented the university’s records and information management program.
- Trained and assisted key personnel on how to manage and index university records.
- Handled, processed and recorded the university’s public information requests.
- Compiled and created financial reports and cost estimate data pertaining to public information requests.
- Provided support with the development and maintenance of business procedures, forms and the university’s handbook of operational procedures.
- Worked with the university’s accounting, payroll, travel and procurement departments to rewrite the departments’ business procedures.
- Researched and analyzed state statutes to ensure procedure and policy contents were current.
- Communicated with records requestors regarding the status and completion of their public information requests.
0-5 years of experience
Screened New Business applications for accuracy. Changed documents as needed with information necessary for the Casualty Policy Services department. Pursued additional information and forms from the agent as needed. Assisted customers with insurance questions and unresolved billing issues. Processed 100 plus changes on a daily bases from parish offices on existing policies, renewals, and policy transfers.
- Assisted the Casualty Policy Services manager in promptly and adequately handling correspondence and messages from customers. Provided customer service via telephone and e-mail to all internal departments, agents, customers, parish offices, mortgagees, and leinholders.
- Followed account bill procedures regarding setting up accounts, inputting changes, and stopping drafts.
- Documented premium allocation entries for premium write off’s, premium adjustments, premium payments, and cash memos. Processed mortgage checks daily and sent them to the accounting department to be deposited.
- Resent documents returned as undeliverable from the post office. Sorted, separated, and prepared source documents for imaging. Assisted in handling daily morning mail in central records to be distributed and processed on a daily basis.
- Pursued continuing education and training programs to continue professional development.
0-5 years of experience
- Worked with the Policy Director in the research, tracking and analysis of legislative bills. Assisted in the preparation of advocacy materials for conferences and briefings on Capitol Hill.
- Briefed the Communications Manager on policy & prepared position statements for the media
- Drafted content for LCLAA’s online advocacy campaigns on labor, immigration and trade issues and conducted outreach to Congressional offices on LCLAA’s legislative priorities.
0-5 years of experience
- Processed new insurance policies and claims.
- Reviewed and verified data, updating any changes to current policies.
- Systematically organized work and records, maintaining files to keep track of the policies that are to be renewed or cancelled.
- Examined documents from agent, original applications and other company documentation to determine endorsements required.
- Processed and updated WINS, TTS and Excel software to provide the most accurate account status.
- Calculated premiums, refunds, commissions and adjustments based on current rates.
0-5 years of experience
- Analyze and access risk, cost, and benefit of over 800 life insurance products from 50+ carriers to maximize investment return for the institutional investors in the mortality based product market
- Recommend capital allocation and premium funding levels for institutionally owned portfolios totaling nearly $30 billion in value
- Utilize actuarial model to develop optimized premium stream for flexible premium life insurance policies
- Facilitate transition of new portfolio through document review, data analysis, and evaluation of current investor funding approach
- Assist in mark to model portfolio analysis and valuation for over 7500 policies
- Interact with the support department to ensure accuracy of the policy data and supporting documents
0-5 years of experience
Monitors and tracks legislation, coordinates agency position on pertinent legislation, writes responses to legislative inquiries from the DC Council or Representatives from Congress, drafts written and oral testimony for hearings
- Researches, coordinates and provides revisions to existing or proposed legislation that is required for program implementation
- Evaluates content and priorities for DHCF programs and administrative responsibilities within the context of present and anticipated financial resources and assists with development of and justification of the agency’s annual budget
- Performs research and analysis of the medical, demographic, legal, ethical, political and financial components of DHCF programs and policies, and makes recommendations based on research findings
- Presents and recommends plans and policies to the COS and Executive Team for approval prior to implementation
- Performs other duties and takes on special projects as assigned
0-5 years of experience
- Research and make recommendations regarding proposed Legislative concepts.
- Research and resolve escalated practitioner and taxpayer inquiries.
- Contact representatives of other State and Federal agencies regarding audit information, new rules and regulations, special projects, and technical explanations of current or proposed tax laws.
- Review, amend, repeal and update Oregon Administrative Rules as it relates to personal income tax. -Web page review and updates.
- Provide guidance to the Suspense (processing) team when Suspense is faced with issues outside the scope of their position.
Policy Analyst Duties and Responsibilities
Policy analysts can work for a variety of organizations and carry out a range of different tasks. Based on job listings we analyzed, a policy analyst’s duties typically involve:
Reviewing Legislation and Policies A key part of this job is to review and evaluate policies and legislation to determine the benefits and impact of any changes that may occur. This involves identifying positive elements as well as any flaws to the legalities of a particular policy.
Liaising with Stakeholders Policy analysts liaise with stakeholders to determine the needs, concerns, and viewpoints of documents, and to understand what the goals are of a project.
Gathering Data Policy analysts gather and report on both quantitative and qualitative data, analyzing it for any trends or important information that may be useful in formulating new policies.
Evaluating the Effects of Existing Policies Policy analysts examine the effects of current policies and government programs, such as whether a new policy would have a positive impact on the public and whether it would help the government achieve certain goals.
Writing Reports Policy analysts formulate reports which condense and summarize information and display key evidence for stakeholders to review.
Policy Analyst Skills and Qualifications
Policy analysts should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, be comfortable public speakers who can provide presentations and reports on their findings, and work well as part of a team. Typically, employers will require a bachelor’s degree in political science or similar, as well as relevant work experience and the following abilities:
- Analytical skills – policy analysts must analyze data from different perspectives, so they need to have an analytical approach to tasks
- Organization – there are many aspects to working as a policy analyst, from gathering data to writing reports and working in the field to seeing how policies would affect the public, so great organization and attention to detail is important
- Communication skills – from report writing to presenting findings, policy analysts need to be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Teamwork – policy analysts typically work as part of a team on projects, so great teamwork skills are a must for success in this profession
- Interpersonal skills – policy analysts work with people from all different walks of life, so it’s important that they’re able to remain professional and polite at all times
Policy Analyst Education and Training
The minimum requirement to become a policy analyst is a bachelor’s degree in political science or public policy. Employers also expect candidates to have experience in political or government areas, and to have developed a strong network of contacts before reaching this stage of profession. Many college campuses have student organizations focused on public policy topics, where great experience can be gained. Some policy analysts gain experience through working as college or university professors, as a lot of the work at think tanks is similar to academic work.
Policy Analyst Salary and Outlook
The median annual salary for policy analysts is nearly $56,000, according to PayScale. Policy analysts in the 10th percentile earn around $40,000 annually, while the highest paid earn close to $81,000 a year. The higher end of the pay scale includes bonuses of up to $6,000, and profit sharing opportunities of up to $5,000. Level of experience impacts the pay level for this role, and most employers offer dental plans and medical insurance as part of their benefits package.
Helpful Resources
We’ve collected some of the best resources to help you learn more about developing a career as a policy analyst.
ThinkProgress – this political news blog covers everything from climate, economy, health, justice, and world news. It’s a project of the Center for American Progress, a progressive public policy research organization, and makes for a brilliant resource for staying up to date with the latest political developments.
The World of the Policy Analyst: Rationality, Views, Politics – this book provides a detailed overview of the role of a policy analyst and the policy making process. It covers a wide range of topics, from the increasing fragmentation of the political system to the growing influence of think tanks at a national and state level.
Essential Statistics for Public Managers and Policy Analysts – a student-friendly guide to statistics, this is a great introduction that uses carefully selected examples to provide a comprehensive overview of how to apply statistics to the real-life challenges of working as a policy analyst. It covers budgeting, human resource management, organizational behavior, and much more.
Social Policy and Social Programs: A Method for the Practical Public Policy Analyst – a practical guide to the basics of social policy and program analysis, this book helps readers judge the effectiveness of current programs, and provides methods for analyzing social services such as supportive assistance, child welfare, and mental health.
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