Senior SNAP Policy Analyst

Food Research & Action Center

Senior SNAP Policy Analyst analyzing legislation, regulations, and data for FRAC, an anti-hunger nonprofit. Supporting advocacy, coalitions, technical assistance, and SNAP access nationwide.

Posted 8/20/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland, Virginia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $86,000 - $89,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in policy analysis, advocacy, and program operations, with a strong focus on SNAP and improving access to nutrition assistance. Capable of conducting research, writing persuasive materials, and presenting complex policy issues to diverse audiences.

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Policy AnalysisSNAP KnowledgeStrong Writing SkillsProject ManagementAdvocacy Experience

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Hard Skills

Policy ResearchData AnalysisLegislation EvaluationProgram EvaluationTechnical Assistance

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaborationIndependenceEngagement with Stakeholders

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced Degree in Public PolicyAdvanced Degree in LawAdvanced Degree in Public AdministrationAdvanced Degree in Social WorkAdvanced Degree in EconomicsAdvanced Degree in Public Health

Industry Keywords

SNAPNutrition AssistanceNonprofit SectorGovernment PolicyHunger and Poverty

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze SNAP data and research to identify trends, disparities, implementation challenges, and opportunities to improve program access
Evaluate existing or proposed legislation, regulations, policies, and practices
Provide guidance to defend, improve, and expand SNAP’s positive impacts
Recommend policy changes to streamline and improve accessibility and increase SNAP compliance
Write or assist with persuasive analytic and research materials, guides, outreach materials, and reports
Present to diverse audiences at local, state, regional, and national conferences and meetings
Provide information, technical assistance, analysis, training, strategic advice, and hands-on support to organizations, agencies, nonprofits, and activists
Provide expertise and support to other program areas and departments as assigned by the SNAP Director
Represent FRAC at coalition and partner meetings
Assist in managing regrants to national, state, and local nonprofits and provide technical assistance to regrantees
Perform other assigned tasks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in advocacy, program operations, policy analysis and/or organizing
Advanced degree in public policy, law, public administration, social work, economics, public health, or related discipline required
Demonstrated knowledge of SNAP
Strong policy research, analysis, and writing skills
Ability to interpret complex statutes, regulations, and administrative guidance
Ability to evaluate policies, processes, or programs to identify issues and recommend solutions
Ability to communicate technical policy issues clearly to specialized and nontechnical audiences
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Experience in nonprofit, government or policy work strongly preferred
Ability to tap input and engagement from people with lived experience with hunger and poverty strongly preferred
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Commitment to FRAC’s mission and improving access to nutrition assistance for people with low incomes
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous leave
Health benefits
Retirement benefits
Other benefits
Union coverage under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement