Senior Policy Analyst, Tobacco, Systems of Care

The Senior Policy Analyst is responsible for researching, developing, writing, and reporting on an assigned policy portfolio for advocacy. The role involves translating science and developing content for policy briefs, fact sheets, position statements, and other communications to build support for American Heart Association’s advocacy efforts at community, state, and federal levels.

What You Will Do

Translates science into policy for assigned strategic issues and policy development, supporting state/federal advocacy. Develops policy statements, regulatory comments, model legislation, policy briefs, and other material to support and position the American Heart Association’s advocacy and programmatic efforts.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in health policy, effective writing and speaking skills, and the ability to develop external relationships with government agencies, national coalitions, or other potential partners for American Heart Association advocacy work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or similar degree in Health Science, Public Policy (Healthcare), Healthcare Administration, Political Science, or equivalent experience
• 5 years of relevant experience
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience translating science and medical research outcomes into impactful public policy
• Proficient knowledge of health policy issues including public health, health care delivery systems, and tobacco prevention and cessation
• Effective writing and speaking skills
• Ability to develop external relationships with government agencies, national coalitions, or other potential partners for American Heart Association advocacy work
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to meet deadlines amid competing project and program delivery requirements
• Ability to manage people, orient them to policy research, and provide a priority work stream

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Robust retirement program with employer match and automatic contribution
• Employee assistance program
• Employee wellness program
• Telemedicine
• Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees
• 12 paid holidays off each year
• Tuition Assistance