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POSITION TITLE: Limited-Term Policy Analyst

REPORTS TO: State Policy Director

LOCATION:This position is Oregon-based. Currently, most staff work virtually from home; however, they are required to occasionally attend in-person meetings at our offices in Kiln Coworking Space, located at 1120 SE Madison St, Portland, OR 97214. OCJ's standard work schedule is between 8 AM and 5 PM Pacific, with flexibility available. Willingness and ability to occasionally work evenings and/or weekends are required.

SALARY RANGE:$6,107 - $9,771 monthly

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

Oregon Consumer Justice (OCJ) is a statewide organization dedicated to expanding and protecting the rights of consumers, advancing justice for every Oregonian. We strengthen and safeguard Oregon consumers' rights through advocacy, community engagement, and the law. Together, we're stopping unfair and predatory practices that strip wealth and resources from our families and communities. Learn more at ocj.org

In addition to the role responsibilities, staff are expected to model our organizational values in service of our mission to advance a justice movement that puts people first. Our values are equity, abundance, interconnection, integrity, trust and courage. Learn more at https://ocj.org/about.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY

OCJ sits at the intersection of law, policy, coalition and community advocates, and Oregon consumers, with a particular commitment to those consumers and communities most harmed by predatory and fraudulent practices. All roles at OCJ will require a willingness to share power, collaboration and teamwork, empathy, radical listening, adaptive communications skills, openness to learning and failure and growth, a capacity to embrace discomfort and resolve conflicts, racial awareness, and experience recognizing intersectionality and identity, and personal reflection. Further, all employees at OCJ participate in ongoing work to develop strong internal and external systems that support movement towards equity and justice.

OCJ values a diverse team and encourages people of color, women, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, veterans, people with disabilities, and people from historically underrepresented groups to apply.

OCJ is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, and all other employment decisions are conducted in a manner that does not discriminate based on race, national origin, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, physical or mental disability, military status, or marital or family status.

We want to ensure all interested candidates can be considered for this opportunity. To request an accommodation, please contact our Human Resources Consultant, Workplace Change at HR@workplacechanges.com.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Oregon Consumer Justice (OCJ) Policy Analyst is a key member of the policy team, supporting policy development and legislative work through research, analysis, and development of written materials on consumer justice topics. The Policy Analyst, in collaboration with the policy team, will support the development of policies and materials to implement OCJ's 2027 legislative agenda. The Policy Analyst works in a highly collaborative environment, requiring communication and coordination with other members of the OCJ team and external partners. Their work primarily centers on state policy issues but may also include some federal policy. The position is a limited-duration position, expected to start in September 2026 and end on June 30, 2027.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION INCLUDE:

• Support OCJ's Legislative Agenda by drafting and presenting testimony, developing one-pagers, supporting partners in their work, and participating in legislative meetings.
• Support OCJ's policy work as policy lead for key consumer justice topics
• Track outside research on priority policy areas
• Attend national policy meetings, as assigned, to track legislation at the federal level and in other states
• Analyze proposed legislation
• Prepare Issue briefs in collaboration with communications staff to support OCJ issue campaigns
• Analyze social, economic, court, and other data to identify the impact of public policies on populations most often targeted by predatory practices, including BIPOC, older adults, and people living with disabilities
• Support community involvement in policy development
• Develop written and graphic presentations of findings and present them to constituency groups and policymakers
• Collaborate with partner organizations on policy campaigns
• Working with the Policy Directors, representing OCJ at coalition tables
• Support coalition partners' engagement, including capacity building and technical assistance, particularly within those populations that have been historically targeted by predatory practices, including BIPOC, older persons, low-income, rural, and people living with disabilities

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

The Policy Analyst does not have supervisory responsibility.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS

The Policy Analyst primarily works independently but also has the opportunity to coordinate with members of the policy team and community partners. The person in this position also has the opportunity to present information in a wide range of settings.

ABOUT YOU:

Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• BA in a relevant topic. A graduate degree is a plus
• Experience in policy analysis and research, including familiarity with state and federal data sources
• Experience with the Oregon legislative process
• Oregon Consumer Justice will consider any combination of education, experience, and training contributing to your ability to perform the essential functions. We value your unique experiences and will consider transferable skills, volunteer experience, and other applicable life experiences.

Qualifications

• Strong research skills and a curiosity to deeply understand a wide range of policy and legal topics
• Excellent analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with organizational partners, community members, legislators, legislative staff, and OCJ team members
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a wide variety of audiences
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects, work under pressure, create solutions, and meet multiple and sometimes competing deadlines while attending to details
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changes in the environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information
• Comfortable both taking the lead on a project and accepting direction

Success Attributes

• A passion for consumer justice, and a commitment to addressing the disparate impacts of injustice on Black, Indigenous, and Tribal Communities, Communities of Color, people living with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and others
• Commitment to fostering equity and justice in organizational culture
• Demonstrated respect and sensitivity for cultural differences
• Passion for or interest in consumer rights and social and racial justice, and a commitment to equity and accessibility
• Strong interest in consumer rights, policy research, and social justice
• Capability to develop rapport and trust across a range of coalitions and communities
• Creative, curious, and innovative thinker who is able to think outside the box
• Demonstrates curiosity and humility by actively asking questions, seeking clarity, and sharing ideas; showcases confidence in both leading and accepting direction
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong writing and editing skills.

JOB EFFORT AND CONDITIONS

The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• During the Legislative Session and during Legislative Days, you should expect to work in the Oregon State Capitol
• Typically works remotely when not in Salem. There are opportunities to attend occasional in-person meetings at Kiln (OCJ's co-working space), as well as other locations in Salem and Portland
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer
• The employee is frequently required to communicate verbally and in writing by use of a computer, actively listen and respond with or without assistive devices, and to communicate in person, by video, and by phone to present information to a wide range of stakeholders, as well as review written correspondence and documents
• Willingness and ability to occasionally work evenings and/or weekends, specifically during the legislative session, at times with little advance notice.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications are due by July 19, 2026 at 11:59 PM. The initial review of applications will happen continuously as applications are received. Please apply at this link: https://ocj.bamboohr.com/careers/32

WHAT TO EXPECT IN THE HIRING PROCESS

OCJ is committed to a human-centered approach and that begins in our hiring process. The following gives you an idea of what to anticipate in our hiring process to support a transparent, consistent, and considerate experience for all candidates.

Our hiring process is set up to move quickly; however, it can span from just a few weeks to a couple of months, depending on the organization's work and the availability of staff to support our robust process. We will communicate our timing expectations throughout. In select roles, examples of previously created work samples may be requested along with other application materials.

Candidates who advance to interview rounds can anticipate a brief phone screen and up to three conversations with various OCJ staff members and stakeholders. OCJ will send interview questions to each candidate a day in advance.

We encourage candidates to interview us as well throughout the process, ask questions, and ensure that the role, culture, and values at OCJ align with your goals.

Hiring Timeline

We anticipate the hiring process to follow the schedule below:

• Job Posted: June 10, 2026
• Applications Due by July 19, 2026
• Phone screening scheduled and held by August 7, 2026
• First Interviews scheduled and held by August 14, 2026
• Second Interviews scheduled and held by August 21, 2026
• Decision by August 24, 2026
• Anticipated start date: no later than September 4, 2026