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BusPatrol

Director of Public Policy

Austin, TX · On-site

$250K/yr

Seattle, WA BusPatrol is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented professional to join our team as Director of Public Policy and Government Relations. This role is ideal for someone with strong ...

BusPatrol

Director of Public Policy

Austin, TX · On-site

$114K - $140K/yr

Seattle, WA Overview BusPatrol is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented professional to join our team as Director of Public Policy and Government Relations. This role is ideal for someone with ...

BusPatrol

Director of Public Policy

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$225K - $250K/yr

Qualifications * 7-10 years of experience in public policy, government affairs, or lobbying at the state or large municipal level. * Demonstrated success advancing policy initiatives in ...

BusPatrol

Director of Public Policy

Austin, TX · Remote

$121K - $148K/yr

Qualifications * 7-10 years of experience in public policy, government affairs, or lobbying at the state or large municipal level. * Demonstrated success advancing policy initiatives in ...

STARK & KNOLL CO LPA

Director of Public Policy

Columbus, OH · On-site

$110K - $135K/yr

As the Director of Public Policy, you provide expert guidance to our county members, key partners, and stakeholders on legal and policy matters related to the child support program. Your role is ...

Houston Parks Board

DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC POLICY

Houston, TX · On-site

$120K - $145K/yr

Reporting to the President & CEO, the Director of Public Policy is responsible for developing and executing a public policy strategy to advance Houston Parks Board's (HPB) mission to expand, improve ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for master of public policy in the United States is $131,692.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $118,500.00 and $145,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Master of Public Policy (MPP) graduates typically earn between $50,000 and $100,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and sector such as government, non-profit, or consulting. Entry-level positions often start around $50,000, while experienced policy analysts or managers can earn over $90,000 with advanced skills and certifications.

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A Master of Public Policy (MPP) prepares individuals for roles in government, non-profits, and policy analysis by developing skills in research, analysis, and communication. It can enhance career prospects, increase earning potential, and provide specialized knowledge for policy-making and advocacy roles.

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A Master of Public Policy prepares graduates for roles in government agencies, non-profit organizations, think tanks, and consulting firms, where they analyze policies, develop strategies, and evaluate programs. Skills in research, data analysis, and policy communication are essential, and positions may include policy analyst, program manager, or legislative advisor.

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Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Public Policy

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
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Posted 23 days ago

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The Department of Public Policy in the UCLA Meyer and Renee Luskin School of Public Affairs seeks an Assistant Professor of Public Policy who will contribute to the Department’s research and teaching missions, including a new Master of Global Public Affairs.

We seek scholars from political science, public policy, sociology, and related fields whose work relates to Global Public Affairs, broadly defined. Relevant topics include, but are not limited to economic development, innovation, and trade; comparative and international political economy, including analyses of cultural, labor, and social policies, as well as the interplay of domestic and international institutions; social movements, conflict, and human rights; demography and immigration; and environmental sustainability. Applicants’ research should have policy implications, and applicants should be prepared to teach core and elective courses to master’s and undergraduate students. In addition to research and service commitments, the standard teaching load for this position is four courses across three quarters.

UCLA’s Public Policy Department is multi-disciplinary and values scholarly excellence, effective teaching, and collegiality. The Public Policy Department currently includes 19 tenure-track faculty members, many of whom hold courtesy or joint appointments in other departments on campus (including in political science and sociology). The Department offers a Master of Public Policy degree, undergraduate courses, and will contribute courses to a new Master of Global Public Affairs. The Master of Global Public Affairs (MGPA) is a two-year interdepartmental program that emphasizes rigorous training in problem formulation, policy design, and impact evaluation for students planning to work at the intersection of local and global issues across the public, private, and non-profit sectors. Public Policy faculty may advise doctoral students from other departments.

The Department sits within the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs, which is home to two other top-ranked departments (Urban Planning and Social Welfare) and a number of research centers. UCLA is a leading global university and among the top-ranked public universities in the US.

For questions related to the position, please contact Search Committee Chair, Darin Christensen (darinc@luskin.ucla.edu), or Department Manager, Stacey Hirose (stacey@luskin.ucla.edu).

A PhD in a relevant field (e.g., political science, public policy, sociology, or a related discipline) is required by the time of appointment.

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