Sr. Policy Analyst

Role Overview & Responsibilities

Position Summary

The Senior Policy Analyst provides in-depth analysis and strategic insights on state and federal public policy priorities related to health care access, health inequities, and social determinants of health.

This role applies deep subject matter expertise, synthesizes complex information for diverse audiences, and advances MHM's strategic policy and advocacy initiatives.

The position requires strong analytical abilities, independent project execution, and the ability to oversee a portfolio of advocacy partners and engage in coalition work.

Salary

The annual salary rate begins at $88,429.

Mid range at $112,747.

Actual starting rate will be commensurate with experience and education.

Scope and Impact

Supports policy change at local, state, and federal levels.

Manages advocacy partner contracts, contributes to legislative analysis, and develops policy resources that influence organizational strategy.

Provides guidance to internal leaders and external partners on policy-related issues impacting underserved communities.

Decision Making Authority

Operates independently when conducting analysis, drafting policy documents, recommending positions, managing advocacy contracts, and coordinating coalition activities.

Escalates major strategic recommendations to Policy leadership.

Interactions / Working Relationships


* Collaborates with internal leadership, advocacy partners, policymakers, and coalition members.


* Engages with community organizations and diverse stakeholders to advance policy priorities.


* Supervises and mentors interns, temps, and part-time student workers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities


* Monitor state, federal, and local policy developments, track agency budgets, and analyze legislation, rules, and reports.


* Produce policy explainers, issue briefs, and position papers tied to organizational priorities.


* Apply expertise in social determinants of health when drafting legislative proposals and advocacy documents.


* Conduct research and statistical analysis; prepare reports, findings, and policy recommendations.


* Draft public-facing and internal content, including fact sheets, advocacy alerts, testimony, presentations, and coalition letters.


* Oversee advocacy partner contracts, including negotiation, monitoring, reviewing deliverables, and tracking expenditures.


* Participate in coalitions to grow grassroots efforts and support community mobilization for policy change.


* Support compliance with federal and state lobbying and advocacy reporting requirements.


* Supervise, train, and mentor Policy & Advocacy Interns.


* Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory or Leadership Responsibilities

Supervises and trains part-time interns, student workers, temps, and seasonal program participants.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Required)


* Education: Master's degree in Public Health, Public Policy, ...