Policy Analyst

Description

POSITION TITLE: Policy Analyst

REPORTS TO: Policy Director

LOCATION AND HOURS: This position is Oregon-based. Currently, most staff work virtually from home, however, are required to occasionally attend in-person meetings at our offices in Kiln Coworking Space, located at 1120 SE Madison St, Portland, OR 97214. Employees may use the office space if desired. During the Legislative Session and Legislative Days, the Policy Analyst often needs to work in the State Capitol in Salem. OCJ's standard work schedule is between 8 AM and 5 PM Pacific, with flexibility possible, but the ability and willingness to occasionally work evenings and/or weekends is necessary for this position. Willingness and ability to travel within Oregon and nationally for meetings and conferences is required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: The Policy Analyst does not have supervisory responsibilities.

SALARY RANGE: $73,287 - $117,262

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

Oregon Consumer Justice (OCJ) is a statewide organization dedicated to expanding and protecting the rights of consumers, advancing justice for every Oregonian. We strengthen and safeguard Oregon consumers' rights through advocacy, community engagement, and the law. Together, we're stopping unfair and predatory practices that strip wealth and resources from our families and communities. Learn more at ocj.org.

In addition to the role responsibilities, staff are expected to model our organizational values in service of our mission to advance a justice movement that puts people first. Our values are equity, abundance, interconnection, integrity, trust, and courage. Learn more at ocj.org/about/who-we-are.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY

OCJ sits at the intersection of law, policy, coalition and community advocates, and Oregon consumers, with a particular commitment to those consumers and communities most harmed by predatory and fraudulent practices. All roles at OCJ will require a willingness to share power, collaboration and teamwork, empathy, radical listening, adaptive communications skills, openness to learning and failure and growth, a capacity to embrace discomfort and resolve conflicts, racial awareness, and experience recognizing intersectionality and identity, and personal reflection. All employees at OCJ will be asked to participate in ongoing work to develop strong internal and external systems that support movement towards equity and justice.

OCJ values a diverse team and encourages people of color, women, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, veterans, people with disabilities, and people from historically underrepresented groups to apply.

OCJ is an equal-opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, and all other employment decisions are conducted in a manner that does not discriminate based on race, national origin, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, physical or mental disability, military status, or marital or family status.

We want to ensure all interested candidates can be considered for this opportunity. To request an accommodation, please contact our Human Resources Consultant, Workplace Change at HR@workplacechanges.com.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Policy Analyst is a key member of the policy team, supporting policy development and legislative work through research, analysis, and development of written materials on consumer justice topics. The Policy Analyst will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of consumer issues. The Policy Analyst will work in a highly collaborative environment, requiring communication and coordination with other members of the OCJ team, as well as partners. Work will include both state and federal policy issues.

Essential functions of this position include:

Support OCJ's policy work as policy lead for key consumer justice topics

• Track outside research on priority policy areas.

• Attend national policy meetings such as National Consumer Law Center (NCLC) debt collection and credit reporting monthly meetings to track legislation at the federal level and in other states. Share information on relevant work in Oregon on national calls.

• Analyze proposed legislation and draft OCJ testimony

• Prepare Issue briefs in collaboration with communications staff to support OCJ issue campaigns

• Analyze social, economic, court, and other data to identify the impact of public policies on populations most often targeted by predatory practices, including communities of color, older adults, and people living with disabilities.

• Support community involvement in policy development.

• Develop written and graphic presentations of findings and present them to constituency groups, policymakers, and the media.

• Collaborate with partner organizations on policy campaigns.

• Working with the Policy Director, represent OCJ at coalition tables.

• Build long-term partnerships and engagement with grassroots organizations, advocates, and coalition partners.

• Support coalition partners' engagement, including capacity building and technical assistance, particularly within those populations that have been historically targeted by predatory practices, including communities of color, older adults, low-income, rural, and people living with disabilities.

Support OCJ's Legislative Agenda

• Draft and present testimony

• Draft letters of support

• Develop one-pagers

• Support and collaborate with partners and their work

• Participate in legislative meetings

• Review and make recommendations about federal policy sign-on letters

Support OCJ's Regulatory Agenda

• Serve on Rules Advisory Committees as OCJ's representative

• Track regulatory actions by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the Federal Trade Commission, and other relevant federal agencies and draft OCJ comments for proposed rules.

ABOUT YOU:

Qualifications:

• BA in relevant topic. Graduate degree is a plus

• Experience in policy analysis and research, including familiarity with state and federal data sources

• Experience with legislative and/or regulatory processes preferred

• Licensed attorney preferred

• Oregon Consumer Justice will consider any combination of education, experience, and training contributing to your ability to perform the essential functions. We value your unique experiences and will consider transferable skills, volunteer experience, and other applicable life experiences.

The following are attributes that will contribute to success in this role:

• Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work with organizational partners, community members, legislators, and legislative staff, as well as OCJ team members.

• Strong research skills and a curiosity to deeply understand a wide range of policy and legal topics

• Excellent analytical skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to communicate complex information to a variety of audiences

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and be organized and attend to details

• Creative, curious, and innovative thinker who is able to think outside the box

• Passion for or interest in consumer rights and social and racial justice and a commitment to equity and accessibility.

• The ability to communicate in languages in addition to English is a plus. As defined in OCJ's Compensation Policy, a language pay differential may apply.

JOB EFFORT AND CONDITIONS

The following capabilities are required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden on the organization company are available to address the following requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting (or standing) at a desk and working on a computer

• Ability to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands; lift, carry, and place items of up to 15 pounds

• Ability to use keyboards and a variety of peripherals

• Willingness and ability to occasionally work evenings and/or weekends.

• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally within Oregon and nationally for meetings, events, and conferences are required.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary Range: $73,287 - $117,262. OCJ will review finalist qualifications to determine the most competitive and equitable offer possible within this range.

• 120 hours of paid vacation time annually for the first 3 years of employment, then 160 hours of paid vacation time annually

• 12 paid floating holidays, and 3 paid fixed holidays

• 120 hours of paid sick/personal time annually

• 8 weeks paid longevity leave after 5 years of employment and upon each subsequent four (4) year anniversary date

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents. HSA plan available if desired.

• 403b retirement savings plan with generous employer contribution

• Employer-paid disability and life insurance

• $600 annual Health and Wellness Stipend

• Flexible Spending Account

• Flexible, inclusive hybrid-work environment

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications are due by TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2024 at 11:59 PM. The initial review of applications will happen continuously as applications are received.

Please apply at this link: https://ocj.bamboohr.com/careers/29.

What To Expect In The Hiring Process

OCJ is committed to a human-centered approach and that begins in our hiring process. The following gives you an idea of what to anticipate in our hiring process to support a transparent, consistent, and considerate experience for all candidates.

Our hiring process is set up to move quickly; however, it can span from just a few weeks to a couple of months, depending on the organization's work and the availability of staff to support our robust process. We will communicate our timing expectations throughout. In select roles, examples of previously created work samples may be requested along with other application materials.

Candidates who advance to interview rounds can anticipate three conversations: two with panels of OCJ staff and stakeholders and one with the position's supervisor. OCJ will send interview questions to each candidate a day in advance.

We encourage candidates to interview us as well throughout the process, ask questions, and ensure that the role, culture, and values at OCJ align with your goals.

Hiring Timeline

We anticipate the hiring process to follow the schedule below:

• Job Posted: June 17, 2024

• Applications Due: July 16, 2024, by 11:59 PM

• Interviews: Between July and August

• Decision: No later than the first week in September

• Anticipated start date: No later than Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Listing Type

Jobs | Hybrid

Categories

Nonprofit | Public Affairs | Research

Position Type

Full Time

Experience Level

Mid Level

Employer Type

Direct Employer

Salary Min

73287

Salary Max

117262

Salary Type

/yr.