Entry Level Public Policy Analyst Jobs in Virginia

Title: Policy Analyst - Public Safety

State Role Title: 

Hiring Range: $60,000-70,000/year, commensurate with experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Office of the Governor

Location: Governor's Office

Agency Website: https://www.governor.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Office of Governor Abigail Spanberger is seeking an organized, driven, collaborative, and hard-working team player to serve as a Policy Analyst. This position offers a unique opportunity to help advance the Governor's policy agenda and support initiatives that improve the lives of Virginians across the Commonwealth. The Policy Analyst will manage a portfolio of issues including, but not limited to, public safety, criminal justice reform, and elections.

Engage, meet, and build relationships with stakeholders, subject matter experts, advocacy organizations, and legislators to gather input and build productive working relationships.
Prepare policy memos, reports, and other briefing materials for senior leadership and the Governor.
Conduct policy research and analysis on assigned issue areas.
Monitor state and federal legislative, regulatory, and policy developments in real-time relevant to assigned issue areas.
Review and analyze proposed agency regulations and provide recommendations on regulatory design, execution, and impact to support effective policy and program implementation.
Collaborate with secretariats, state agencies, and members of the Governor's legislative, communications, and constituent services teams.
Prepare and review materials for press events, announcements, and meetings.
Track progress of the Administration's policy goals and identify opportunities to improve outcomes and implementation.
Translate complex policy issues into clear, concise, and actionable talking points, recommendations, and materials for external and internal audiences.

Minimum Qualifications

At least 2-4 years of relevant professional experience in public policy development, analysis, research, or government advocacy.
Strong analytical, research, writing and editing skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, diverse communities, and external stakeholders to build consensus.
Ability to work well under pressure
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, prioritize and delegate work products to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrate judgement, professionalism, and discretion when handling sensitive matters.
Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Interested candidates should include a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples.

Additional Considerations

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in local, state, or federal government, public policy, legislative affairs, or a related field.
Familiarity with Virginia state government, the legislative process, and state budgeting practices

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or resume is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Special Instructions:
Interested candidates should include a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples.
This is an At-Will position appointed by the Governor of Virginia. Selected applicants will need to successfully pass a criminal background check. This position is based in Richmond, Virginia.
The Governor's Office is an equal opportunity employer. The Commonwealth of Virginia and the Office of the Governor are dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse workforce

Contact Information

Name: Office of the Governor

Phone: 804-786-2211

Email: policy75@governor.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.