Aston Carter · 20 hours ago
Senior Program/Policy Specialist
Washington, DC
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
$96K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expAston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. They are seeking a Senior Program/Policy Specialist to lead research and analysis on policy and programs, while serving as a subject matter expert and fostering partnerships to enhance educational goals.
ConsultingHuman ResourcesInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Lead and/or conduct research to support decision making on policy and programs with emphasis on content development
Analyze policy, emerging research and national trends regarding area(s) of expertise. Keep abreast of educational research, research practices and methods, and technological advances
Peruse, analyze, interpret and synthesize complex documents, research studies, and other scholarly materials
Write articles, briefings, talking points, reports, and/or produce products that inform or persuade targeted or general audiences or promote actions in support of complex issues
Serve as subject matter expert and information resource for leaders and staff as well as state and local affiliates. Provide strategic guidance to governance and affiliates on area of expertise. Provide training, consultation, guidance, professional expertise, or general information
Forge productive working relationships with representatives of other organizations, including but not limited to education-related organizations including congressional offices, governors' offices, state legislators' offices, and Federal and State agencies
Initiate partnerships, collaborations, and programs that integrate subject area issues and strategic priorities. Work with partners from many constituencies to realize common educational goals and/or enhance agenda
Qualification
Required
Bachelors ideally within Social Science, Public Policy, Education, Political Science, Communications, Statistics, Economics, Law, Labor Relations or discipline related to the position under this job description, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills may be obtained
Five years experience in policy analysis and designing/managing national and/or state programs and projects related to the focus of the job
Extensive professional writing experience for research papers, informational pieces, articles, and professional publications
Experience in public speaking (including making presentations at meetings) and meeting planning (including program design and logistics)
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Company
Aston Carter
Aston Carter is a staffing and recruiting company providing risk and compliance services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2011-01-31Acquired
Leadership Team
Juan Pablo McCausland-PHR, CDP
Human Resources Business Partner
Sherry Guevara
Regional Human Resources Partner-West Region
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