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Innocence Project

Policy Counsel

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Our efforts have led to the passage of more than 200 transformative state laws and federal reforms ... ABOUT THE POSITION The Policy Department advances the Innocence Project's reform agenda by ...

Innocence Project

Policy Counsel

New York, NY · Hybrid

State-by-state comparisons of specific criminal justice laws and policies; * Analysis of ... legislation relating to IP's policy reforms, including legislative histories & fiscal notes; and

Innocence Project

Policy Counsel

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Our efforts have led to the passage of more than 200 transformative state laws and federal reforms ... ABOUT THE POSITION The Policy Department advances the Innocence Project's reform agenda by ...

City of New York

Policy Analyst

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

... State Legislative Affairs, and Federal Legislative Affairs to develop legislative solutions to policy challenges. - Support inter-agency coordination and cross-City Hall team collaboration to ensure ...

Met Council

Policy Fellow

New York, NY · Hybrid

Conduct analyses and identify advocacy opportunities in key local, state, and federal policy processes, helping shape legislative strategies and budgetary priorities. This includes sectoral deep ...

City of New York

Policy Analyst

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

... State Legislative Affairs, and Federal Legislative Affairs to develop legislative solutions to policy challenges. -Support inter-agency coordination and cross-City Hall team collaboration to ensure ...

City of New York

Policy Analyst

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

... State Legislative Affairs, and Federal Legislative Affairs to develop legislative solutions to policy challenges. - Support inter-agency coordination and cross-City Hall team collaboration to ensure ...

City of New York

Policy Advisor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

The Policy Advisor will support the development and implementation of tenant protection strategies ... a state's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization along with four (4) ...

City of New York

Policy Advisor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

The Policy Advisor will support the development and implementation of tenant protection strategies ... a state's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization along with four (4) ...

City of New York

Policy Advisor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

The Policy Advisor will support the development and implementation of tenant protection strategies ... a state's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization along with four (4) ...

Met Council

Policy Fellow

New York, NY · On-site

$28.85/hr

Conduct analyses and identify advocacy opportunities in key local, state, and federal policy processes, helping shape legislative strategies and budgetary priorities. This includes sectoral deep ...

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How much do state policy jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for state policy in Wayne, NJ is $103,898.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,300.00 and $126,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between State Policy vs State Regulations?

AspectState PolicyState Regulations
Credentials/CertificationsTypically involves policy analysts, legislative aides, or government affairs specialists with backgrounds in political science, public policy, or lawOften requires legal or regulatory expertise, sometimes with certifications in compliance or law
Work EnvironmentLegislative offices, government agencies, think tanksRegulatory agencies, government departments, compliance offices
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by government bodies, advocacy groups, and policy organizations to shape laws and policiesApplied by regulatory agencies to enforce laws and create detailed rules
Search & Comparison IntentPeople compare State Policy roles with State Regulations to understand policy development vs enforcement

State Policy involves developing and advocating for laws and policies, while State Regulations focus on implementing and enforcing those laws through detailed rules. Both roles are essential in the legislative process but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Director of Public Policy, State

GUTTMACHER INSTITUTE

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$129K - $158K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Title: Director of State Policy  

Status: Full-time, Regular, Exempt  

Reports to: Vice President for Public Policy  

Location: Washington, D.C. Hybrid or New York, NY Hybrid

Date Posted: June 2026

Organization: 

Founded in 1968, the Guttmacher Institute is a global leader in advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights. Through a unique and interrelated program of high-quality research, evidence-based advocacy and strategic communications, the Institute works to generate new ideas, encourage enlightened public debate, and promote sound policy and program development; its overarching goal is to ensure the highest standard of sexual and reproductive health and rights for all people worldwide. The Institute is engaged in building a more inclusive, transparent and equitable organization.


Position Summary:

The Director of State Policy is a senior position responsible for managing all aspects of Guttmacher’s work to lead a state policy and partnerships strategy to advance abortion and contraception rights, health and access. Reporting to the Vice President for Public Policy, the Director works with a broad range of stakeholders to bring Guttmacher data, analysis, partnerships and convening power, and strategic expertise to bear to support state partnerships and policy agendas, and manages the State Policy Team. An expectation of this position is to take an active role in advancing an organizational culture that centers equity and justice, collaboration, integrity, nimbleness and a global perspective, seeing connections across SRHR issues and different contexts throughout the world. The Director must be committed to supporting an equitable and inclusive work environment and managing relations with a diverse staff, including staff under their own supervision.


Responsibilities: 

Strategic Leadership

  • Work with the Vice President of Public Policy and other programmatic directors to translate the Institute’s Strategic Plan into actionable initiatives with measurable milestones and results.
  • Serve as a member of the division’s Management Team responsible for managing the division’s work in pursuit of the Institute’s vision, goals and priorities; collaborate with the Executive Leadership Team and other division Management Teams to create a high-performing, impactful and collaborative organization. 
  • Ensure that program and policy strategies have clear objectives, outputs and outcomes, and that those efforts are integrated and complementary across the division and the Institute. 
  • Inform nimble strategy iteration by monitoring the state policy and legal landscape, watching trends and consulting with key informants, resulting in rich intelligence gathering. 

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