Who:
The Iowa Policy Project is a nonprofit, nonpartisan
organization founded in 2001 to conduct research and analysis on policy issues
of critical importance to the citizens of Iowa. IPP work focuses on tax and
budget issues, the Iowa economy, and energy and environmental policy.
What:
Full-time policy analyst to focus on budget and tax
issues, with particular emphasis on economically vulnerable Iowans
The person’s primary
responsibility will be contributing to IPP research on budget and tax issues
with an emphasis on policies affecting Iowans in poverty and the state and
national safety net. Researchers are expected to work on several research
projects during the year and to be available to contribute to more than one
area of IPP research. The research associate is expected to participate in
follow-up and outreach activities related to his or her work, which could
include responding to questions from the media and policy makers and making
presentations to community groups around the state, state advocacy
organizations, and legislative committees. The researcher is also expected to
participate with other staff in reviewing reports and in identifying new areas
of research and sources of funding.
Qualifications:
Applicants should have the ability to conduct research
and to write and communicate clearly to varied audiences. An MA or MS in
economics, public policy, planning or a related social science field is
preferred. Persons with a BA and significant experience in social science
research or public policy analysis will be considered. Desirable qualifications
include strong statistical skills, education or experience relating to budget
analysis, economic policy and/or health policy, and strong writing and
communications skills. Experience working with census and labor market data
would be helpful.
Benefits:
Starting compensation will be based on an annual
salary of $44,000 per year, with generous retirement, health and vacation
benefits, as well as a flex benefit. Scheduled pay raises occur at six months
and one year.
To apply, send a
resume, cover letter, and list of references by email to: Nathan Shepherd at
nshepherd@iowapolicyproject.org or by mail to: The Iowa Policy Project, 20 East
Market Street, Iowa City, IA 52245.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews will be conducted throughout November 2017 or early December if necessary, and we expect the person hired will begin work no later than January 1, 2018.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews will be conducted throughout November 2017 or early December if necessary, and we expect the person hired will begin work no later than January 1, 2018.