Senior Policy Analyst, Economic Policy Program

About the Bipartisan Policy Center

Founded in 2007 by former Senate Majority Leaders Howard Baker, Tom Daschle, Bob Dole, and George Mitchell, the Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC) is a leading nonprofit organization that drives principled solutions through rigorous analysis, reasoned negotiation, and respectful dialogue.

By bringing together Republicans and Democrats—and providing them with the space, policy insights, and evidence-based research needed to negotiate in good faith—BPC helps turn legislators’ best ideas into passable, durable laws. In the 17+ years since its founding, BPC has played an integral role in countless legislative accomplishments.

With projects in multiple issue areas, including economic policy, energy, health, housing, human capital, and democracy, BPC combines politically balanced policymaking with strong, proactive advocacy and outreach. As the only Washington, D.C.-based organization that actively promotes bipartisanship, BPC works to address the key challenges facing the nation.

Its policy solutions are the product of informed deliberations by former elected and appointed officials, business and labor leaders, and academics and advocates who represent both sides of the political spectrum.

BPC is committed to seeing its policy solutions enacted by lawmakers. Through BPC Action, its (c)(4) affiliate, BPC engages in advocacy, strategic outreach, and education to bolster the legislative center and support efforts that bring Republicans and Democrats together on the difficult issues facing the country.

While a healthy, civil debate among those with differing viewpoints is an essential component of our democracy, the current partisan tone in government is impeding progress. Through the Democracy Program and bridge-building events, political summits, and timely policy discussions, BPC fosters an ongoing conversation about overcoming political divides and making our government work better.

Mission

• Build connections.
• Negotiate policy.
• Achieve bipartisan solutions.
• Improve lives.

Position: Senior Policy Analyst – Economic Policy Program

BPC seeks a dynamic Senior Policy Analyst to support its Economic Policy Program (EPP) across its portfolio.

EPP is consistently recognized among lawmakers, the policy community, and private industry as a subject-matter expert in tax policy, the federal budget, and retirement security. Over the years, EPP has worked diligently with bipartisan members of Congress and executive branch officials to provide technical assistance and elevate the importance of fiscal policy reform.

With several looming deadlines in 2025—from the return of the debt limit to the expiration of trillions of dollars in tax cuts—EPP sees a significant opportunity to develop and champion reform efforts that offer prudent and politically viable solutions to our nation’s fiscal challenges.

The Senior Policy Analyst will assist EPP leadership in delivering on its strategy for the project’s portfolio and forward vision, conducting detailed research and analysis, and managing relationships with public and private stakeholders.

The individual must possess the technical, political, and policy experience necessary to accomplish these goals and will be expected to stay informed about new and evolving economic policy issues while interacting with policy experts and political leaders to develop consensus-driven recommendations.

Qualifications

• Strong policy background with technical knowledge of the federal fiscal policy landscape, relevant data, political dynamics, and key public and private stakeholders.
• Experience working with executive and/or legislative branches and/or a demonstrated understanding of congressional or federal agency operations.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple projects with competing deadlines while maintaining high-quality work products.
• Excellent quantitative and research skills.
• Superb writing and verbal communication skills.
• Strong team player with a collaborative spirit.
• Relevant advanced degree preferred with four or more years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Help develop strategy to support EPP’s policy workstreams, including preparing work plans, organizing and managing outreach to key principals, and outlining written and visual materials.
• Oversee work products relating to tax, fiscal, and entitlement policy, including reports, white papers, issue briefs, blogs, fact sheets, and memos.
• In partnership with BPC Action (BPC’s sister 501(c)(4) lobbying organization), meet with congressional staff, federal and state officials, and other stakeholders to gather information and build support for policy recommendations.
• Help to plan and execute project meetings, roundtables, and conferences.
• Assist in overseeing work products of junior team members, including assigning specific research and writing assignments and editing work products.
• Work with EPP’s leadership and BPC’s development team to ensure that all collateral is accurate and timely, and assist with donor maintenance.

Compensation & Benefits

BPC offers a highly competitive salary and generous benefits.

• Base salary range: $83,000 – $108,000 (considering experience, skills, and organizational needs).
• Comprehensive health insurance with multiple plan options.
• 403(b) retirement contributions: Up to 7% match plus 2% non-elective contribution after 90 days of employment.
• Paid time off: 15 vacation days, 15 sick days, 2 personal days, and 12 holidays per year.
• Education benefits up to $5,250 per year after one year of employment.
• Professional development expenses: $2,000 after six months of employment.
• Metro benefits up to $130 per month.
• Company-provided life insurance.
• Dental and vision insurance with a Flexible Spending Plan.

Work Schedule

BPC prioritizes work-life balance and currently operates on a hybrid schedule. Employees are required to be in the office three times per week, with schedules determined in coordination with their manager.

Equal Opportunity Employer

BPC is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following in one document:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Writing sample (no more than five pages)

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States, as BPC does not sponsor employment visas.