Job Number:
HC-04188
Date Posted:
March 30, 2026
Position Title:
Policy Analyst
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Office/Company:
National Center on Education & the Economy (NCEE)
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
Competitive wages and benefits. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, generous 401(k) employer contributions, and an unlimited vacation policy.
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
The organization is seeking a curious, creative, and capable Policy Analyst to join its Policy team.Conduct policy analysis via desk research, legislative and regulatory scans, and informant interviews to identify findings and surface national, state, and local trends.2+ years of experience in education and/or workforce development (experience in the nonprofit sector, government, advocacy, and/or teaching is acceptable).
Responsibilities:
• Conduct policy analysis via desk research, legislative and regulatory scans, and informant interviews to identify findings and surface national, state, and local trends.
• Support senior staff in preparing talking points, PowerPoints, and background materials for major speaking engagements.
• Prepare written summaries of major policy reports and legislation of interest, as well as memos and technical notes covering various policy areas.
• Contribute to policy papers, briefs, toolkits, and other resources translating policy lessons for different audiences through in-depth policy analysis, synthesis, writing, and editing.
• Assist with the design and organization of major policy convenings.
• Contribute to project management and ensure that numerous complex, time-sensitive projects are completed on time and to the highest standard of quality.
Qualifications:
• 2+ years of experience in education and/or workforce development (experience in the nonprofit sector, government, advocacy, and/or teaching is acceptable).
• Master's degree in Public Policy, Education, or a related field strongly preferred.
• Passion for working in education policy and commitment to NCEE's mission and values. Ability to work and communicate in a bipartisan fashion is necessary.
• A collaborative, gracious, and kind team player with a positive, growth-oriented, solution-oriented mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to speak to major education and workforce development policy issues, including knowledge of state-local intergovernmental relationships, educator recruitment and retention issues, and career pathways.
Instructions:
Email to apply
Other:
NCEE does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition, disability, military/veteran status, marital/familial status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
