Policy Analysis Coordinator - NOAA Programs
3 days ago
Austin
Job DescriptionDescription: Description: We are seeking a highly skilled Legislative Affairs and Policy Analyst to provide comprehensive support for legislative monitoring, policy analysis, and strategic communication. This position is contingent upon contract award. This role serves as a key resource for tracking congressional activity, preparing high-level briefings, and translating complex scientific and programmatic information for internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will be a proactive researcher and writer capable of supporting the organization’s engagement strategy with legislative bodies and senior management. Key Responsibilities: • Monitor, track, and analyze legislative proposals and actions daily, providing technical feedback and research to support organizational policy initiatives., • Draft responses to inquiries from legislative staff, research services, and oversight bodies, and assist in preparing testimony and responses to questions for the record., • Prepare high-quality presentation materials, fact sheets, and narratives that translate complex programmatic and budgetary data for non-scientific audiences., • Support the annual budget process by drafting and vetting potential questions and answers to ensure consistent messaging., • Assist in the development and execution of annual legislative communication plans and maintain active logs of congressional engagements., • Conduct quarterly assessments of the impact of new or revised legislation on organizational operations and policy priorities., • Serve as a subject matter expert, providing training on congressional procedures and communication protocols to internal program and laboratory staff., • Maintain a deep understanding of organizational services and activities to provide effective, informed support to leadership., • Meet regularly with internal stakeholders to establish priorities, assess performance, and align communication strategies with organizational goals., • Assist with the planning and execution of congressional site visits, including on-site logistical and communications support.Requirements:, • Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, marine affairs, marine biology or related., • Minimum of 4 years of demonstrated experience in legislative affairs, policy analysis, or government relations within a NOAA mission-driven environment/contract., • Exceptional ability to distill complex technical/scientific information into clear, persuasive, and accurate materials for diverse audiences., • Strong understanding of the legislative process, including how to monitor bills, track congressional actions, and prepare formal briefing packages., • Ability to analyze budget data and programmatic impacts, connecting them to high-level policy initiatives., • Ability to interact effectively with senior leadership and external stakeholders with a high degree of discretion and professionalism., • Capacity to manage multiple competing deadlines in a fast-paced "quick response" environment., • Excellent verbal communication and training skills, with the ability to explain complex congressional procedures to non-experts., • Willingness and ability to travel as needed to support congressional engagements and training sessions. Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for continuing your work with NOAA, we want to hear from you! @Orchard is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.