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$70K - $91K/yr

Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered ... There is no guarantee of further consideration, and you can continue to explore other job ...

The Policy Analyst must have both direct public policy and advocacy experience and will be trained ... No calls or emails will be accepted for this position. Only select candidates will be contacted ...

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EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / EXPERTISE REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Global ... health, policy analysis, grants management, or program evaluation. • Experience conducting ...

The Policy Analyst will support the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Fogarty International ... EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / EXPERTISE REQUIREMENTS: · Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Global ...

Policy Analyst

Irvine, CA · On-site

$30K/yr

The Kennedy Commission is seeking a full-time Policy Analyst. A qualified candidate will be an individual who has an understanding of Orange County community housing needs and how policy solutions ...

Summary The Commercial Lines Policy Analyst supports the Underwriting Department to accomplish the ... Computer experience in a windows-based environment required. Excellent oral and written ...

Policy Analyst

Riverdale, MD · On-site

$106K/yr

There is no positive education requirement for this position. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants ... Analyzing program policies and making recommendations to improve programmatic issues for a ...

Policy Analyst

Lanham, MD · On-site

$106K/yr

There is no positive education requirement for this position. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants ... Analyzing program policies and making recommendations to improve programmatic issues for a ...

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How much do no experience policy analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for no experience policy analyst in the United States is $100,949.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects or assignments might a no experience policy analyst work on during their first year?

As a No Experience Policy Analyst, you can expect to support senior analysts with tasks such as gathering and summarizing data, preparing briefing materials, drafting policy memos, and conducting background research on key issues. You may also participate in meetings to observe the policy development process and collaborate with other teams to help synthesize findings. While initial assignments are often foundational, they offer valuable exposure to real-world policy work and can lead to greater responsibility as you gain experience. Over time, you'll likely contribute more directly to policy recommendations and project management.

What is a no experience policy analyst?

A No Experience Policy Analyst job is an entry-level role designed for individuals with little to no prior experience in policy analysis. These positions typically focus on researching policies, gathering data, assisting with reports, and supporting senior analysts in developing recommendations. Employers often look for candidates with strong analytical, communication, and research skills, along with a relevant degree in political science, public policy, or a related field. Training and mentorship are usually provided to help new analysts develop expertise in policy evaluation and recommendations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the no experience policy analyst position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a No Experience Policy Analyst, a bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, or a related field is often required, alongside strong analytical and research skills. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, data visualization tools like Tableau, and basic statistical analysis software is helpful. Effective written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn are important soft skills for this entry-level position. These abilities help new analysts quickly adapt, contribute meaningful insights, and collaborate productively in a fast-paced policy environment.

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$70K - $91K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


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ONDCP's mission is to promulgate a Strategy that establishes the Administration's policies, goals, objectives, and priorities for the National Drug Control Program and to coordinate and oversee the implementation of the Strategy by the National Drug Control Program agencies.
Multiple selections may be made within 90 days of the issuance of the certificate, if additional vacancies occur.
Promotion to the next highest grade level is neither guaranteed nor implied.
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Duties
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As a Policy Analyst, GS-0301-9, your typical work assignments may include the following under supervision:
  • Assists and carries out policy analyses to make recommendations on drug control program agency and program funding to achieve the policies and priorities of the National Drug Control Strategy.
  • Assists with budget certification recommendations for assigned accounts and, if a budget is determined to be inadequate to carry out the National Drug Control Strategy, identifies budget actions the federal agency must take to make the budget adequate.
  • Reviews drug-related programming and transfer requests submitted for ONDCP approval to the Chief of the Interagency Budget Division, the Deputy Assistant Director of the Office of Performance and Budget, and the Assistant Director, Office of Performance and Budget, ensuring compliance with broad ONDCP strategic policies and priorities.
  • Assists in managing and developing the National Drug Control Strategy: Budget Summary and other documents managed and developed by the Interagency Budget Division. Researches, develops, writes and edits a wide range of documents, position papers, and other materials on complex issues that support ONDCP's mission, goals, objectives, and proposed initiatives.

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Conditions of employment
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or national
  • Selective Service registration if a male born after December 31, 1959
  • Subject to pre-employment and random drug tests
  • Direct Deposit is required
  • RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID
  • Suitability for Federal employment
  • You may be required to complete a one-year trial/probationary period if not previously completed in a competitive or excepted service position.
  • Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
  • Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
  • This is a Drug Testing Designated Position (DTDP) and is covered by the Executive Office of the President Drug-Free Workplace Program.
  • More than one selection may be made from this announcement.

Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position. The qualification requirements are in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standards.
TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower grade level or pay band in Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector.
ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
You may qualify at the GS-09 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement:
A. One year (52 weeks) of full-time specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector, that demonstrates the following: (1) Applying budget processes, rules, policies, and regulations to provide analysis and advice regarding budgetary requirements or recommendations; (2) Assisting in the creation and evaluation of funding recommendations and initiatives for an organization; (3) Assisting in the research, development and preparation of documents, position papers, or other materials regarding budget issues, initiatives or policies, and (4) Assisting senior staff and leadership to develop analyses pertaining to funding recommendations or budget analyses.
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B. A master's or equivalent graduate degree in an accredited or pre-accredited college or university; or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; or possession of a LL.B. or J.D degree, if related. Graduate level education must demonstrate the competencies necessary to do the work of the position;
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C. A combination of education and experience as listed above.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Unless otherwise stated: (1) official or unofficial transcripts are acceptable, or (2) you may submit a list with all of your courses, grades, semester, year, and credit for the course. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.
PASS/FAIL COURSES: If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work (credit hours) were taken on a pass/fail basis, your claim of superior academic achievement must be based upon class standing or membership in an honor society.
GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit:
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
Additional information
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, you must be a preference eligible or a Veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.
Active Duty Military Members MAY apply under this announcement due to the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act. You must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions along with your application for Federal employment. A certification is a document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days from the date of application. If selected, appointment eligibility requirements must be met prior to the effective date of appointment.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs & Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position by demonstrating competencies and knowledge that clearly exceed the minimum requirements of the position and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ictap/
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm
Employment Information Resources - Resource Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Main_Page
Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:
  • Person with Disabilities - Schedule A
  • Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans
  • Special Hiring Authorities for Certain Military Spouses
  • Other Special Appointment Authorities

When the Executive Office of the President completes its hiring, the resumes of the remaining qualified candidates may be shared with additional federal agencies. Please opt -in if you would like your name, application material, and assessment results shared to be considered for employment with additional agencies. There is no guarantee of further consideration, and you can continue to explore other job opportunity announcements.
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