Policy Analyst, Immigration Policy

The Policy Analyst will work collaboratively with the team to conduct evidence-based analyses and advance policy proposals to take steps toward building a more fair, humane, orderly, and workable immigration system. The position requires strong research, writing, and analytical skills and a meticulous attention to detail.

The Policy Analyst will be an active collaborator within the Rights and Justice department and with other departments and teams at American Progress, such as National Security and International Policy, Inclusive Economy, Health Policy, Government Affairs, Communications, and others as needed. The Policy Analyst will also collaborate with partner organizations and participate in advocacy coalitions.

The successful candidate will be guided by American Progress’ mission to improve the lives of all Americans through bold, progressive ideas, as well as strong leadership and concerted action, with the aim of not only changing the conversation but changing the country. The Policy Analyst will join a committed group of colleagues to strengthen American Progress’ immigration policy and advocacy work and will connect the team’s efforts with the organization’s five crosscutting priorities:

• Building an economy for all
• Restoring social trust in democracy
• Advancing racial equity and justice
• Tackling climate change and environmental injustice
• Strengthening health

Responsibilities:

• Research, write, and edit effective policy analyses in multiple formats—such as columns, reports, op-eds, talking points, memoranda, and social media—to reach a variety of stakeholders to achieve the outcomes sought.
• Interpret relevant qualitative and quantitative research and generate and conduct new analyses and recommendations to drive American Progress’ mission and goals.
• Collaborate with colleagues across American Progress to advance immigration policy goals and strategies and to ensure alignment with organization-wide efforts.
• Serve as a spokesperson for American Progress’ immigration agenda to the media, coalition partners and other stakeholders, and policymakers and their staff.
• Use familiarity with federal legislative processes and administrative agencies to proactively identify and absorb key policy issues relating to immigration and to work collaboratively with others to develop policy solutions.
• Take an ownership role on specific subjects and develop and maintain related expertise.
• Work with colleagues to develop effective messaging strategies and actions for relevant policy areas.
• Co-manage the Immigration Policy team’s social media account.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including some administrative tasks.

Requirements and qualifications:

• Strong knowledge and experiential expertise on U.S. immigration policy is required.
• Strong research, writing, analytical, and presentation skills are required. Experience analyzing large federal survey datasets, interpreting complex analysis, and using data analysis software is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• An advanced degree—a master’s degree, doctorate, or Juris Doctor—is preferred.
• Two to four years of related professional experience with research and writing emphasis is preferred.
• Knowledge of federal policymaking, federal rulemaking, and legislative processes is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work well within a collaborative team environment and interest in developing strong, open, and collaborative working relationships within and outside the organization.
• Ability to independently manage and lead projects and initiatives from conception to completion.
• Ability to multitask and set priorities under tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of work quality.
• Intellectually curious, self‐motivated, pragmatic, highly organized, entrepreneurial, and a creative thinker.
• Interest in working on a variety of policy issues and collaborating with experts in other subject areas.
• Commitment to inclusivity and collaboration.
• Knowledge or experience managing a social media account is a plus.
• Spanish-language or other language competence is a plus.
• Commitment to American Progress’ mission and goals.

Candidates who believe they would perform well at this position and are excited to work on American Progress’ Immigration Policy team are encouraged to apply even if they do not possess every listed qualification.

American Progress offers a full and competitive benefits package. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by IFPTE Local 70 and has a minimum salary of $62,000.

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