Salary Range
$48,000 – $95,000
Job Outlook
6% growth through 2032
Education
Master's in Public Policy (MPP), Public Administration (MPA), or related field
Work Settings
Hybrid, Onsite
About This Career
Policy Analysts research, analyze, and evaluate public policies to advise government officials and organizations on legislation, regulations, and program effectiveness.
Top Skills
Policy researchData analysisReport writingStakeholder engagementQuantitative analysisLegislative process knowledge
Typical Responsibilities
- Research and analyze policy issues
- Write policy briefs and reports
- Evaluate program effectiveness
- Present findings to decision-makers
- Monitor legislative and regulatory changes
- Engage with stakeholders
Common Certifications
✓ MPP✓ MPA✓ Data Analytics Certification
Career Progression
1
Research Assistant
0-2 years experience
2
Policy Analyst
2-5 years experience
3
Senior Policy Analyst
5-10 years experience
4
Policy Director
10+ years experience
ATS Keywords to Include in Your Resume
policy analysispublic policylegislative researchdata analysisstakeholder engagementprogram evaluation
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Hiring Industries
Federal GovernmentState GovernmentThink TanksNon-ProfitsConsulting
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