Education Policy Advisor

Alliance For School Choice

Education Policy Advisor connecting ACE and state and federal stakeholders while tracking education policies. Supporting scholarship programs in a fast-moving policy landscape with strong communication and analytical skills.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Track state and federal legislation impacting K–12 education choice programs
Manage state-specific SGO eligibility requirements, including initial qualification, annual renewals, and ongoing compliance with applicable state and federal regulations
Interpret statutory and regulatory changes and summarize implications for ACE
Maintain internal resources on program eligibility and compliance requirements
Identify policy trends and communicate updates to leadership
Support organizational readiness for new or updated programs
Translate legislative requirements into operational considerations
Assist internal teams in understanding program rules and compliance expectations
Maintain awareness of broader education policy developments
Prepare policy summaries, memos, and briefing materials
Organize research in accessible formats for internal teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5 years of professional experience in policy analysis, research, government, legal, or regulatory environments
Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, or related field; equivalent experience considered
Experience working with or engaging state-level government officials or agencies (e.g., Governor’s offices, Departments of Revenue, or Departments of Education)
Experience reviewing or interpreting legislation, regulations, or policy guidance
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Strong written communication skills and attention to detail
Ability to work collaboratively across teams while managing independent research projects

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance (with generous employer contribution)
401(k) with 6% employer match (immediate vesting)
HSA, FSA, Limited FSA, and Dependent Care FSA options
Employer-paid short-term, long-term, and AD&D insurance, plus voluntary life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Up to $10,500 annually in K–12 private school scholarships for eligible employees’ children ($3,500 per child)
Employer-paid parking, gym, café, building security, coffee, snack bar, and walking treadmill

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Hard Skills & Tools

policy analysislegislation interpretationregulatory complianceresearchgovernment engagementpolicy guidance reviewattention to detailwritten communication

Soft Skills

collaborationindependent research management