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Walmart

(USA) Manager, Ad Policy Management

Union City, NJ · On-site

$96K - $186K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Manager of Ad Policy to help drive day-to-day execution and improvement of our advertising policy programs. This role will oversee key initiatives across enforcement ...

Health Forward Foundation

Director of Policy

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$105K - $113K/yr

Advise and manage an annual operating budget for policy. External Affairs and Direct Lobbying * Advance strategic policy related relationships with political and state governmental entities, peer ...

Braven

Head of Public Policy

New York, NY · On-site

$129K - $158K/yr

Manage several state lobbying contracts in key Braven regions Strategy & Resource Creation (50 ... Build regional policy strategy and agendas, in conjunction with Executive Directors, contracted ...

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How much do policy manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for policy manager in the United States is $109,580.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a policy manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Policy Manager, you need strong analytical abilities, policy research skills, and a relevant degree such as public policy, law, or political science. Familiarity with policy analysis tools, legislative tracking systems, and sometimes certifications in project management or public affairs are often required. Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills help you effectively advocate for and implement policy initiatives. These skills are crucial for developing impactful policies, navigating complex regulatory environments, and ensuring successful stakeholder engagement.

What is the difference between Policy Manager vs Compliance Officer?

AspectPolicy ManagerCompliance Officer
CredentialsOften requires a degree in law, public policy, or related fields; certifications like CPCU or CIP are commonTypically holds degrees in law, business, or related areas; certifications such as CCEP or CRC are common
Work EnvironmentWorks within organizations to develop and manage policies across departmentsEnsures organizational adherence to laws and regulations, often conducting audits and training
Industry UsageUsed across various industries including finance, healthcare, and governmentPrimarily in regulated industries like finance, healthcare, and manufacturing

While both roles focus on organizational standards, Policy Managers develop and oversee internal policies, whereas Compliance Officers ensure adherence to external regulations. They often collaborate but serve distinct functions within organizations.

What are some common challenges faced by a policy manager when aligning internal policies with external regulations?

Policy Managers often encounter the challenge of keeping internal policies compliant with frequently changing external regulations and industry standards. This requires continuous monitoring of legislative updates and close collaboration with legal, compliance, and operational teams. Additionally, translating complex regulatory language into clear, actionable internal policies can be demanding, especially when managing stakeholder expectations and ensuring company-wide adherence. Developing effective communication and strong cross-functional relationships is essential for success in this role.
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Infographic showing various Policy Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,580 per year, or $52.7 per hour.

Policy Manager (Business Operations Manager 1)

State of Oregon

Salem, OR • On-site

$6.8K - $10K/mo

Full-time

PTO

Posted 9 days ago

State Of Oregon rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 85 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

4th of 50 rated states

Job description

Initial Posting Date:
08/03/2026
Application Deadline:
08/12/2026
Agency:
Employment Department
Salary Range:
$6,834 - $10,569
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Policy Manager (Business Operations Manager 1)
Job Description:
**This is a limited duration or job rotation opportunity! **
At the Oregon Employment Department, we actively support a workforce that is representative of the people we serve including people from various races, genders, abilities, cultures, language skills, geographic locations, and justice system involvement. We value your life experiences and encourage everyone to apply with your transferable skills and qualifications from your work, school, and volunteer experiences. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation.
Paid Leave Oregon provides employees compensated time off from work to care for and bond with a child during the first year after the child's birth or arrival through adoption or foster care, to provide care for a family member who has a serious health condition, to recover from their own serious health condition and to take leave related to sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking or harassment.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The purpose of this position is to lead the development and implementation of policy for Paid Leave Oregon and manage a team of analysts that research and analyze legislation and policies, develop administrative rules, develop and revise program materials, prepare policy guidance, and support the legal sufficiency of program administration. This includes guiding processes to identify and prioritize policy work, review policy work, and get inputs and make decisions on policy work. The person in this position oversees the creation and implementation of standard operating procedures for the policy unit. This position also carries out the agency's affirmative action, diversity, equity, and inclusion goals and responsibilities The position reports to the Paid Leave Operations and Program Support Manager and is part of Paid Leave Senior Management. The position requires a significant amount of collaboration with all areas of the Paid Leave program.
For a complete review of the position and responsibilities, please click here.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Required Minimum Qualifications
Five years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience; OR two years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.
Desired Attributes
  • Experience with strategic policy analysis, development, implementation, and evaluation.
  • Proven experience interpreting and developing legislation, administrative rules, policies, and related guidance to support organizational goals and compliance.
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including achieving equitable outcomes, building a diverse and inclusive team, and continuing to learn and grow on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Demonstrated critical thinking, analytical skills, and attention to detail and ability to apply these skills to evaluate complex situations and help resolve difficult situations.
  • Experience working in an unclear, fast-paced environment, figuring it out and adapting as you go.
  • Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with a proven ability to lead teams and maintain collaborative partnerships across all organizational levels while valuing diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
  • A workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment and encourages learning and mentoring.
  • Rewarding work in a dynamic and creative environment with colleagues who are passionate about public service.
  • Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package.
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity!
  • Get There - Oregon's easy-to-use carpool matching tool and trip planner.

HOW TO APPLY:
  • Required: Attach a resume and cover letterYour cover letter must not exceed two (2) pages. Please make sure your cover letter clearly addresses the desired attributes and minimum qualifications you have under the "What We Are Looking For" section above. Please upload your documents in the "Resume/Cover Letter" section of the application. In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the desired attributes and required minimum qualifications to determine who to interview.
  • External Applicants: Click on the "Apply" link above to fill out the online application and submit by the posted closing date. Please use your preferred name on application materials.
  • Current State of Oregon employees (this includes temporary employees): Apply through your employee Workday account. Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up-to-date and reflects your current position
  • Limited Duration Assignment: Current limited duration status employees will be considered exclusively for this limited duration assignment and are not eligible for the job rotation option. Please apply through your employee Workday account.
  • Employment Department Employees - Job Rotation Option: Current permanent status employees who have completed trial service, should apply through their Workday employee profile. Written approval from your manager or supervisor must be obtained before applying. Please attach the written approval to your application. If you are unable to obtain written approval prior to the close date, please apply and be prepared to bring to the interview your manager's/supervisor's written approval.
  • Important: Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.
  • The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. Immediately after you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans' preference. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
  • During the application process, the State of Oregon does not request nor require information regarding an applicant's age, date of birth, or educational attendance or graduation dates.
  • The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
  • The limited duration assignment is currently funded through 06/30/2027. Limited duration appointments are regular status and benefits eligible. This position may be extended beyond this date and/or have continued funding approved in the future with the potential to become permanent.
  • This position is management service and is not represented by a union.
  • This recruitment may be used to fill current and future Permanent, Limited Duration, Job Rotation and Temporary vacancies as they occur.
  • The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS-qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.
  • Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.
  • Salary Determination: The information in your Workday profile will be used to complete an equal pay assessment to determine salary placement upon hire.
  • United States Employment Eligibility: The Oregon Employment Department does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards. The Oregon Employment Department is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate you must present your I-9 acceptable documents (See page 2) for employment verification.

IN-STATE HYBRID WORK INFORMATION:
Candidates may be approved for hybrid work. Hybrid work suitability is evaluated based upon business needs at the time of hire. Hybrid work approval can be revoked at any time. Candidates are expected to:
  • Reside within (or be willing to relocate to) Oregon, or one of its bordering states within a reasonable commuting distance (e.g. Vancouver, Washington) within 30 days from date of hire.
  • Be able to report to the office location listed in the job posting, as necessary.
  • Demonstrate access to a broadband internet connection that meets or exceeds the minimum acceptable requirements; Click Here to view the minimum acceptable requirements. OED IT Services will provide the necessary hardware to employees who are approved for remote work.
  • Have a private workspace.
  • Maintain good standing (i.e., no performance or attendance issues).

CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECK:
The Employment Department is committed to being a leader in providing its employees with fair and equal employment opportunities and recognizes that as a best practice in equity and inclusion, criminal background check policies shall be job related and consistent with business necessity. For positions with authorized access to FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) information, a separate criminal records check is conducted by the Oregon State Police. If you would like further information on how each criminal records check is conducted, please read our Criminal Record Check Policy or contact us at the number below with any questions. Note: To verify identification, the successful candidate will be subject to a criminal background check which may require a fingerprint-based background check as a condition of employment.
CONTACT INFORMATION & HELPFUL LINKS:
If you have questions about the position or need an alternate format to apply, please contact us at 503-947-1289; EmployeeServices@employ.oregon.gov. Please be sure to include the job requisition ID number.
Guidance our hiring managers use: Equity and Inclusion Recruitment Questions and Gender Identity and Expression Procedure Reasonable Accommodations | Veterans Resources | How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ Interview Scoring Criteria used during recruitment | What You Need to Know to Get the Job
Come for a job. | Stay for a career. | Make a difference ... for a lifetime!
The Oregon Employment Department is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer, committed to workforce diversity. At the Oregon Employment Department, we foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to maintain a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, veteran status, disability, or status as a victim of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault, or stalking. This applies to every aspect of our employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, retention, promotion, and training.

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Not a traditional company, the State of Oregon is a governmental entity that serves the citizens of Oregon, United States. Based in the capital city of Salem, its industry spans a wide range of public services from health care, education, and transportation, to natural resources, housing, and public safety. Founded with the admission of Oregon to the Union in 1859, it operates on the judicious use of finite resources to enhance the quality of life for present and future generation. Its primary mission is to serve the public through their core values of integrity, accountability, excellence, and equity.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

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Salem, OR, US

Year founded

1859

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