Summary

The Analyst, Policy supports SHRM’s comprehensive strategy to develop and coordinate advocacy and education initiatives associated with SHRM’s federal and global public policy. The Policy Analyst?helps identify current or impending problems and analyzes how various policy ideas and proposals could affect the problem and suggest solutions. Communicates their findings and recommendations to a variety of stakeholders, including policymakers, industry leaders, HR practitioners, and the general public, contributing to meaningful discussions that influence policy directions.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and analyzes legislative and regulatory proposals, bills, and regulations impacting the HR profession at the federal and global level.
• Provides advice and recommendations on policy positions, advocacy strategies, and potential impacts of proposed policies.
• Drafts and reviews policy-related documents, including position statements, testimony, and other advocacy materials.
• Collaborates with internal and external teams, including senior government affairs policy leads and consultants to develop and execute effective advocacy strategies.
• Represents SHRM by monitoring or attending external meetings, hearings, and events, effectively communicating SHRM’s positions and advocating for HR policy priorities.
• Stays abreast of emerging trends and developments in HR policy, labor relations, employee benefits and employment law, and disseminate relevant information to internal stakeholders.

Education & Experience Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law (JD), Economics, or a related field.

Experience:

• Experience with (or a related educational background in) federal or state legislatures, federal or state executive or agency branch, government relations office, or advocacy work in local government, a trade association, higher education, campaign, grassroots firm, global policy or other organization.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to effectively leverage artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies to streamline workflows, enhance productivity, and improve overall work quality.
• Familiarity with the legislative and regulatory process, with the ability to contribute to policy formation independently.
• Collaborative mindset, capable of working effectively within interdisciplinary teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for conveying policy positions to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in utilizing government resources and internal tools for research purposes.
• Quick learner with the ability to adapt to new resources and information-search methods.
• Understanding of different advocacy approaches, including grassroots and grasstops strategies.

Certifications

• N/A

Physical Requirements

This position operates in a typical office environment and requires the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical requirements may include:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, handling documents, and using office equipment.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds as needed.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with colleagues and stakeholders.

Work Environment

Hybrid Position (3 Days In-Office, 2 Days Remote):

• This position follows a hybrid work schedule, with Tuesday through Thursday in office and Monday and Friday remote. Employees must be available during standard business hours, with core hours beginning between 8:00AM – 9:00AM and concluding between 5:00PM – 6:00PM.

Travel: 0 – 10%

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The hiring range for this position is $75,000 to $92,500 per year. This range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications. SHRM offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. The benefits for this position include professional growth and development, health, dental, vision, well-being, health savings, flexible spending, retirement, open leave, and annual discretionary bonus and incentives.