Policy Analyst

**Upon request, The North Carolina Justice Center will provide reasonable accommodation for all candidates with disabilities.**

**Position Title:** Analyst, Policy
**Project/Department:** Education & Law, Health Advocacy, Immigrant and Refugee Rights
**Reports To:** Project Director of Education & Law
**Location:** Raleigh Hybrid
**Union Status:** Union
**FLSA Status:** Exempt
**Supervisory Responsibilities:** N/A
**Hiring Range:** $57,057–$67,358

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### Overview
The North Carolina Justice Center (NCJC) mission is to create lasting, equitable change for people with low incomes and those harmed by systemic oppression across our state. For nearly 30 years, we have partnered with impacted communities and those we represent to pursue justice and prosperity for all through policy advocacy, strategic litigation, research, coalition‑building, and support for grassroots action.

The North Carolina Justice Center is seeking a Policy Analyst to support the organization’s research, analysis, and advocacy efforts that advance its strategic priorities and policy initiatives. This role provides cross‑functional support across Education & Law, Health Advocacy, and Immigrant and Refugee Rights projects, contributing to policy research, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and strategic initiatives that promote equitable and impactful public policy outcomes.

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### Key Responsibilities
– **Education & Law support** — The Policy Analyst will primarily support the Education and Law Project, while also providing secondary support across the Health Advocacy Project and the Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project.
– **Policy materials** — Research and author policy reports, issue briefs, fact sheets, blog posts, op‑eds, legislative updates, and other materials that assess current trends, explain policy developments, and communicate the impact of public policy issues on North Carolinians.
– **Legislative analysis** — Research and analyze proposed legislation at the General Assembly and local policy proposals with statewide impact.
– **Policy reform** — Research, propose, and advocate for policy reforms that support equitable opportunities and improved outcomes for underserved North Carolinians.
– **Media engagement** — Develop and maintain relationships with journalists, traditional news media, digital media outlets, and communications partners to elevate policy issues affecting North Carolinians.
– **Policy presentations** — Serve as a policy resource and present findings and recommendations to legislators, administrative officials, partner organizations, community leaders, advocacy groups, and the media.
– **Partnership development** — Maintain and expand partnerships with advocacy organizations, community stakeholders, and coalition partners across North Carolina.
– **Technical support** — Provide technical support, shared messaging, and communications assistance to state and local partners and community‑led organizations.
– **Advocacy campaigns** — Assist with advocacy campaign activities, public education efforts, and community outreach initiatives at the state and local levels.

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### Minimum Qualifications
– **Bachelor’s degree** in public policy or related field.
– **Professional experience** — Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience in policy, advocacy, research, or public affairs.
– **Research and communication skills** — Strong research, analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills.
– **Racial equity commitment** — Demonstrated commitment to racial equity.

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### Preferred Qualifications
– **Advanced degree** in public policy or related field.
– **Five+ years experience** in policy, advocacy, research, or public affairs.
– **Nonprofit experience** — Work in a nonprofit organization.

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### Physical Requirements
The employee should have the ability to maintain focus and productivity while performing at a workstation for prolonged periods, including working on a computer, managing documents, or engaging in virtual meetings.

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### Work Environment
Hybrid work environment, including home and office.

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### Benefits
– **Paid time off** — Six weeks paid time off annually
– **Parental leave** and holidays
– **Retirement plan** — Employer contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan
– **Insurance coverage** — Medical, dental, and vision insurance
– **Disability and life insurance**
– **Flexible spending** and health savings account options
– **Bargaining unit** — Part of the bargaining unit

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