Policy Analyst Job Description - Michigan League for Public Policy

Sep 13, 2026

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Policy Analyst role description for the Michigan League for Public Policy, outlining accountabilities across leadership, supervisory, and financial areas, including interpreting policy, implementing strategic and operating plans, and managing budget responsibilities. Core duties focus on research and analysis in assigned issue areas, producing analytical materials, delivering policy recommendations, representing the League in coalitions, collaborating with community engagement staff, and advancing policy via communications and advocacy tools. Qualifications emphasize public policy expertise, familiarity with Michigan’s legislative process, equity and racial equity analysis, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

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CategoryLetters

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Job Title

Leadership Accountability

Supervisory Accountability

Financial Accountability

Areas of Responsibility

Research and Policy Recommendations

Coalition Representation

Community Engagement Collaboration

Communications and Advocacy Tools

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The Approach

Qualifications

Michigan League for Public Policy Job Description | Name: | | | | | Job Title: Policy Analyst | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | FLSA Status EXEMPT | | | | | Team: Analysts | | Direct Supervisor: COO | | | | | | | Leadership Accountability | | | | | External Relationships
Interfaces with officials, legislators and executives Interfaces with community partners Interfaces with vendors None | | | | Develops policy of strategic plan | | | | | | | Interprets policy & implements strategic plan | | | | | | | Implements operating plans | | | | | | | None | | | | | | | | | | | | Supervisory Accountability | | | | | Freedom to Act
Sets organizational policies and objectives Operates with significant autonomy within their scope of work/department ; subject matter expert Operates with some autonomy and subject to consultation and review Subject to regular direct review by supervisor | | | Supervises leadership personnel | | | | | | | Supervises policy, program or administrative staff | | | | | | | None | | | | | | | | | | | | | Financial Accountability | | | | | | | | Manages operating budget | | | | | | | Approves expenditures | | | | | | | Monitors expenditures | | | | | | | None | | | | | | | | | | | | | Overall Headline | | | | | | | I’m responsible for making sure our programs have the biggest possible impact, are fully funded, and set up for success in the future | | | | | | | Guiding Principle | | | | | | Template adapted from ©The Management Center | The League is actively working to shift power, policy and resources to solve inequalities in Michigan. We do this by centering outcomes for people who have been historically or are currently excluded from and/or harmed by our economic and political systems. | | --- | | Areas of Responsibility | | ● Do research and analysis in issue area(s), including providing policy recommendations in order to further the mission of the League and provide guidance to organization leadership about issues(s)
○ Produce papers, fact sheets, blogs and other materials related to the analyst’s issue area.
○ Make recommendations about policy positions in their area of expertise.
○ Considered a subject matter expert by internal staff and external stakeholders.
○ Proactive in setting in the agenda in their area of expertise.
● Represent the League in coalitions related to their issue areas
○ Participate in coalitions related to issue areas.
○ Provide League’s perspective on policy change in coalitions.
● Work with community engagement staff to understand the needs of community partners
○ Engage with community engagement staff to hear what challenges and barriers exist for community members that can be changed through public policy.
○ Participate in Advocacy Boot Camps and Camper Connects.
○ Use community feedback when creating work plan and policy priorities.
● Use communications and advocacy tools to advance policy recommendations
○ Work with communications team to produce and disseminate products advancing policy priorities.
○ Work with policymakers and advocates to advance policy priorities.
○ Follow legislative process and look for opportunities to advance League’s priorities.
● Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: Personally and professionally support and contribute to internal and external DEI efforts
○ Analyze data and make policy recommendations through a racial equity lens.
○ Participate in external state advocacy and stakeholder groups to advocate for racial equity.
○ Active in internal equity, diversity and inclusion efforts. | | The Approach | | ● Take ownership of issue areas.
● Work collaboratively with other analysts and across teams at the League.
● Attention to detail.
● Commitment to equity. | | Qualifications | | ● Bachelor’s degree ( Master’s degree preferred)
● 2 years related experience in public polic

FAQs

What is the main purpose of the Policy Analyst role?

Ensure programs have the biggest possible impact, are fully funded, and are set up for future success by developing and advancing policy priorities and recommendations.

What are the key responsibilities in the issue areas?

Conduct research and analysis, provide policy recommendations, produce papers and related materials, and proactively set the agenda within the analyst’s area of expertise.

What qualifications are required for the position?

A bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred), two years of related public policy experience, familiarity with Michigan legislative processes, understanding of racial and ethnic disparities, and strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.

Sep 13, 2026

Uploaded by Callum