Pioneer Human Services · 16 hours ago
POLICY ANALYST - FT
Seattle, Washington
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$73K/yr - $98K/yrPioneer Human Services is a nationally recognized non-profit organization focused on empowering justice-involved individuals. They are seeking a Policy Analyst to advance their advocacy agenda aimed at reducing incarceration and addressing racial and economic disparities through policy research and analysis.
ConsultingHealth CareNon Profit
Responsibilities
Conducts policy research and analysis on criminal legal reform, reentry, housing, behavioral health, workforce development and related issues aligned with Pioneer’s mission, vision and Theory of Change
Tracks and analyzes local, state and federal legislation and regulatory activity impacting justice-involved individuals and Pioneer programs
Develops policy briefs, testimony, issues memos and advocacy materials that integrate data, research and lived experience perspectives
Supports the advancement of Pioneer’s policy priorities through coalition engagement, legislative meetings and coordinated advocacy campaigns
Collaborates with program, data and communications teams to ensure advocacy messages are accurate, consistent and grounded in program outcomes
Contributes to public education efforts, including reports, presentations and external communications that elevate Pioneer’s policy leadership
Supports relationship-building with legislators, agency staff, advocacy partners and community stakeholders
Assists in establishing and tracking advocacy performance metrics that demonstrate policy impact, visibility and system-level outcomes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, social work, criminal justice or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and directly related professional policy work experience may be considered in lieu of degree
Demonstrated experience in policy research, legislative analysis or advocacy work
Strong writing and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex policy issues into clear, accessible materials
Familiarity with legislative processes and public policy development
Commitment to racial equity, justice reform and Pioneer's mission to eradicate mass incarceration
Preferred
Lived experience with the criminal justice system is highly desired and valued as a core asset for informing policy analysis, advocacy strategy and coalition leadership
Advanced degree in public policy, law or a related field
Experience working with coalitions, community-based organizations or advocacy networks
Experience using data to inform policy positions and measure advocacy impact
Familiarity with Washington state policy landscape and justice-reform issues
Benefits
Medical
Flexible spending
Dental
Vision
Life
AD&D
Disability
Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending
Tuition assistance (100% for bachelor's, 50% for graduate programs)
Retirement plan (3.5% annual compensation contribution, plus 3.5% match for 6% individual contribution)
Employee recognition programs
Public transportation discount
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Company
Pioneer Human Services
Pioneer Human Services is a non-profit organization that provides housing, treatment, skill training, and employment services.
Founded in 1963
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Anthony J. Wright
Chief Executive Officer
Sophie Ryan
Human Resource Business Partner
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