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Harris County

Senior Policy Advisor

Houston, TX · On-site

$47.55/hr

This position conducts complex policy research, evaluates legislative and operational impacts ... The Senior Policy Advisor serves as a key contributor to HCTO's policy initiatives, including ...

Harris County

Senior Policy Advisor

Houston, TX · On-site

$47.55/hr

This position conducts complex policy research, evaluates legislative and operational impacts ... The Senior Policy Advisor serves as a key contributor to HCTO's policy initiatives, including ...

Harris County, TX

Senior Policy Advisor

Houston, TX · On-site

$47.55/hr

This position conducts complex policy research, evaluates legislative and operational impacts ... The Senior Policy Advisor serves as a key contributor to HCTO's policy initiatives, including ...

Downtown Seattle Association

Policy Advisor

Seattle, WA · On-site

$85K/yr

The Policy Advisor supports DSA's public policy, advocacy, and economic development priorities by ... Conduct policy research, legislative and regulatory analysis, issue tracking, and data collection ...

Waymo

Policy Advisor

Mountain View, CA · On-site

Lead regional public policy strategy, legislative advocacy, and regulatory engagement across the San Francisco Bay Area (San Francisco, North Bay, East Bay, and Silicon Valley/San Jose). * Serve as ...

Waymo

Policy Advisor

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$144K - $177K/yr

Lead regional public policy strategy, legislative advocacy, and regulatory engagement across the San Francisco Bay Area (San Francisco, North Bay, East Bay, and Silicon Valley/San Jose). * Serve as ...

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How much do legislative policy advisor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for legislative policy advisor in the United States is $104,760.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $127,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a legislative policy advisor?

Legislative Policy Advisors are professionals who research, analyze, and provide advice on public policies, legislation, and government regulations. They support lawmakers or government agencies by drafting policy proposals, interpreting existing laws, and recommending courses of action. Their work often involves monitoring legislative developments, meeting with stakeholders, and preparing briefings to inform decision-making. Legislative Policy Advisors play a crucial role in shaping effective, evidence-based public policy.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a legislative policy advisor?

To thrive as a Legislative Policy Advisor, you need strong analytical skills, policy research expertise, and a background in political science or public administration, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with legislative tracking systems, policy analysis tools, and advanced document management software is typically required. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities set outstanding advisors apart. These skills and qualities are crucial for effectively shaping policy, supporting lawmakers, and ensuring informed legislative decisions.

What are some common challenges faced by legislative policy advisors in managing competing legislative priorities?

Legislative Policy Advisors often juggle multiple legislative initiatives with tight deadlines and shifting priorities. Balancing the interests of various stakeholders—including legislators, constituents, advocacy groups, and government agencies—can make prioritization complex. Advisors must remain adaptable, communicate effectively across teams, and stay organized to ensure that urgent policy matters are addressed without neglecting long-term strategic goals. Developing strong relationships and maintaining up-to-date knowledge on legislative developments also help manage these challenges successfully.
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Infographic showing various Legislative Policy Advisor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,760 per year, or $50.4 per hour.

Policy Advisor, China and the Indo-Pacific

Washington, DC • On-site

The Heritage Foundation
Social Sciences and Humanities Research • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about The Heritage Foundationexternal

$105K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Develop innovative legislative policy solutions and craft model legislation.

  • Conduct timely, rigorous policy analysis and research, producing high-quality papers.

  • Speak at major public functions and at professional conferences.

Job description

Title: Policy Advisor, China and the Indo-Pacific
Reports to: Director, Asian Studies Center
Job Summary: The Policy Advisor, China and the Indo-Pacific is responsible for informing policy positions and creating a high-profile, national, and international reputation for The Heritage Foundation related to the China challenge and U.S. strategy in the Indo-Pacific. The Policy Advisor engages in research, crafts model legislation, understands the legislative process on Capitol Hill, and provides policy guidance on China and other geopolitical and national security issues in the Indo-Pacific. This position collaborates with other team members to produce publications, participate in education programs, and act as a spokesperson for in public events, briefings, and media interviews.
Job Duties:
  • Develop innovative legislative policy solutions and craft model legislation.
  • Reviews and proposes legislative solutions at the state level.
  • Conduct timely, rigorous policy analysis and research, producing high-quality papers.
  • Speak at major public functions and at professional conferences.
  • Provide expert testimony before Congress.
  • Maintain a high profile in the media and a leadership position in the public policy community and on Capitol Hill.
  • Organize meetings and events to promote Heritage policy positions.
  • Build and maintain national and international coalitions.
  • Advise management on programs which keep Heritage in a leadership role within the conservative movement on Chinese and Indo-Pacific Policy.

Qualifications:
Education: Master's degree preferred in a relevant discipline
Experience: 5+ years of relevant experience working on Capitol Hill; experience working on China and Indo-Pacific policy portfolio preferred
Communications: Excellent writer and public speaker; able to communicate policy advocacy position, working fluency in an Asian language preferred
Technology: Microsoft Suite
Other Requirements:
  • Understand and support the Heritage mission and vision for America, and the department's goals and objectives.
  • Promote policies consistent with Heritage's priorities; speaks with one voice.
  • Professionalism: high degree (adaptability, maturity, integrity and accountability).
  • Initiative: highest possible, requiring only general guidance with high degree of independent action.
  • Innovation: exceptional entrepreneurial skills and willingness to take initiative.

Benefits and Salary:
The Heritage Foundation offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, best-in-class health care, vision, and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement funding, "take what you need" PTO and sick leave, 14 weeks of paid leave for new moms and 6 weeks of paid leave for new dads, among other programs.
The salary range for this role is $105,000 - $130,000 annually. This range is a good-faith estimate, and the final salary offered to a selected candidate depends on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, and other qualifications; internal and external market pay for comparable jobs; and level of hire based on aforementioned qualifications.

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