Head Start Policy Analyst
ICF
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Washington • District of Columbia • Washington • United States
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Salary
💰 $73,770 - $125,408 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Support OHS federal staff in the development, refinement, and clarification of policies, guidance, and procedures affecting Head Start and Early Head Start programs
- Conduct policy research and analysis related to statutory requirements, federal regulations, and program operations to inform policy decisions
- Analyze the operational impact of proposed policy changes and identify implementation considerations, risks, and mitigation strategies
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis to support policy development, including review of program data, monitoring findings, audits, reports, and trend analyses
- Develop analytical summaries, options papers, and recommendations to support senior leadership decision-making
- Support process improvement initiatives related to policy development, clearance, and dissemination
- Collaborate with communications staff to ensure policy guidance is clear, consistent, and accessible to intended audiences
- Assist with preparation of talking points, briefings, and responses for internal leadership or external stakeholders
- Participate in meetings, workgroups, and briefings related to policy initiatives as directed by OHS
- Identify emerging policy issues, implementation challenges, and trends that may impact program operations
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Education, Early Childhood, Law, Social Sciences, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in policy analysis, development, or implementation, preferably in a federal or public sector environment
- 2+ years of experience supporting HHS, ACF, OHS, or other federal human services programs
- US government issued security clearance required (will be initiated upon hire)
- Valid driver’s license and ability to pass an MVR check.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible work hours
- Paid time off
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
policy analysispolicy developmentqualitative analysisquantitative analysisdata analysisrisk mitigation strategiesprocess improvementstatutory requirementsfederal regulationsprogram operations
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunicationanalytical thinkingdecision-makingproblem-solvingorganizational skillsattention to detailleadershipadaptabilitystakeholder engagement
Certifications
US government issued security clearancevalid driver's license