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How much do policy development officer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for policy development officer in the United States is $74,448.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,500.00 and $84,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Policy Development Officer vs Policy Analyst?

AspectPolicy Development OfficerPolicy Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in public policy, political science, or related field; experience in policy creationBachelor's or master's degree in public policy, political science, or related field; research skills
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, NGOs, or think tanks focusing on policy formulationResearch institutions, government departments, or consulting firms analyzing policies
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in government and non-profit sectors involved in policy developmentWidely used across government, research, and consulting sectors for policy analysis

While both roles involve working with policies, a Policy Development Officer focuses on creating and implementing policies, whereas a Policy Analyst primarily researches, evaluates, and analyzes policies. The roles often overlap but differ in their core responsibilities and focus areas.

What skills do you need for policy development officer?

A policy development officer needs strong analytical skills, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to interpret complex data and regulations. Knowledge of policy analysis, research methods, and familiarity with relevant software tools are also important for developing effective policies.

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Infographic showing various Policy Development Officer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,448 per year, or $35.8 per hour.

Chief Development Officer

Florham Park, NJ • On-site

Jewish Family Services of Metrowest New Jersey
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$120K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Plan, manage, implement, and evaluate agency efforts related to fundraising, board and leadership development, and marketing.

  • Oversee all fundraising activities, including donor cultivation, stewardship, and the planning of events such as the annual gala and targeted campaigns.

  • Supervise development staff, manage budgets, and maintain relationships with donors and community partners.

Job description

Description:

The Chief Development Officer reports to the Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for the planning, management, implementation and evaluation of Agency efforts involving the Board, leadership development, fundraising, and marketing. The Chief Development Officer is a member of the JFS Senior Management Team and seeks opportunities to integrate development efforts within all areas of the Agency.


Duties and Responsibilities:

Board and Leadership Development:

· Develops orientation sessions new members, education and fundraising training for new and current JFS Board members

· Attends regularly scheduled Board of Trustee Meetings and is the primary liaison to the Board to ensure active involvement on committees and/or project placement of Board Members. 

· Plans the Board and Executive Committee yearly calendar

· Responsible for meeting with committee chairs as appropriate for fundraising and nominating related activities.

· Oversight of JFS sponsored donor related programs, as determined.

· Planning and implementation of JFS Annual meeting.

· Maintains a record of Board and Executive Committee meetings and minutes, including special meetings and other issues related to the Board/EC.

· Research new and changing development trends.

Fundraising 

· Oversight of all Agency fundraising

· Donor cultivation and stewardship

· Supervision of development staff

· Working with the CEO and CFO to develop fundraising budgets

· Develops and manages the annual budget for the Development Department throughout the year.

· Planning and implementation of annual direct mail campaign

· Planning and implementation of the annual JFS Gala

· Planning and implementation of the JFS Giving Societies

· Planning and implementation of any targeted fundraising events, as determined.

· Oversight/Management of Tribute Fund program.

· Knowledge of Donor Perfect

· Oversees processing and acknowledging all donors.

Community Engagement

· Supports new and ongoing donor related community engagement events.

· Oversees production of all direct mail letters, brochures, and sponsorship proposals to facilitate donor engagement.

· Maintain strong positive relationships with donors and prospects to enhance support for and understanding of the agency’s development initiatives.

· Represents the Agency in the community, when instructed by the CEO.

Supervisory/Administrative Responsibilities:

· Supervision of Development staff including Assistant Director of Development, Associate Marketing Director and Fundraising Manager.

· Monitor, evaluate and address staff performance issues.

· Manage budgets and spending in accordance with funding source guidelines.

· Collaborate with Business Office and grant writer on funding needs.


Requirements:

Qualifications: 

· A bachelor’s degree in business administration, public policy communications, or related field

· Master’s Degree preferred

· 7-10+ years of senior-level experience in fundraising, corporate development, or non-profit management.

· Exceptional public speaking and interpersonal skills to articulate agency value 

· Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.

· A record of success in raising money by creating and /or expanding a culture of major gift philanthropy.

· Leadership experience and proven ability to think strategically and create competitive, breakthrough philanthropic approaches.

· Strong ability to analyze data, manage department budgets and forecast financial trends. 

· People management experience

· Works well with others

· Experience working with a board. 

· Technologically savvy about social media, and other tech-driven approaches to fundraising.


  Physical Requirements (if any):

The physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. While performing this job, one typically spends time sitting, walking, standing, driving, listening, speaking, typing, reading, and writing. In addition, an employee may be asked to carry or lift up to 20 lbs.