POLICY ANALYST - FT

Pioneer Human Services•Seattle, WA

7d•$73,448 - $97,931

About The Position

If you are looking for employment with a purpose where you can help improve the daily lives of the members of your community, then consider a career with Pioneer Human Services! We are currently looking for a Policy Analyst with a passion for human services. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved with an organization focused on racial justice, second opportunities, diversity, equity and inclusion. WHO WE ARE - Our Mission We empower justice-involved individuals to overcome adversity and reach their full potential. For over 60 years, we have proudly serviced our clients with professionalism and empathy. We are a nationally recognized non-profit with 35+ locations across Washington state that provided a chance for change to over 9,500 individuals in 2024. WHAT WE OFFER At Pioneer, our employees are important. That’s why we offer a Total Rewards package that includes compensation and benefits to support employees' health, security, and balance. Compensation: New hires start between $73 448 and $97 931 based on experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, internal equity, and market factors. While the full pay range is listed for this position for pay transparency, individual compensation is determined by various factors and may vary within the posted range. Benefits: Eligible after 30 days of full-time employment (minimum of 30 hours/week): Medical Flexible spending Dental Vision Additional coverage after 60 days: Life AD&D Disability Other benefits: Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Tuition assistance (100% for bachelor's, 50% for graduate programs) Retirement plan (3.5% annual compensation contribution, plus 3.5% match for 6% individual contribution) Employee recognition programs Public transportation discount Employee assistance program (EAP) WHAT YOU'LL DO The Policy Analyst, Criminal Justice Reform and Decarceration advances Pioneer Human Services’ advocacy agenda aimed at reducing incarceration, addressing racial and economic disparities, and expanding community-based alternatives to the criminal legal system. This role conducts policy research, analyzes legislation, develops data-informed recommendations, and supports advocacy strategies that influence local, state, and federal policy. This role supports the development and execution of data-driven policy strategies aligned with Pioneer’s Theory of Change and legislative priorities. The Policy Analyst collaborates closely with advocacy leaders, program, communications and external partners to translate lived experience, research and program outcomes into credible policy influence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, social work, criminal justice or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and directly related professional policy work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Demonstrated experience in policy research, legislative analysis or advocacy work.
Strong writing and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex policy issues into clear, accessible materials.
Familiarity with legislative processes and public policy development.
Commitment to racial equity, justice reform and Pioneer’s mission to eradicate mass incarceration.

Nice To Haves

Lived experience with the criminal justice system is highly desired and valued as a core asset for informing policy analysis, advocacy strategy and coalition leadership.
Advanced degree in public policy, law or a related field.
Experience working with coalitions, community-based organizations or advocacy networks.
Experience using data to inform policy positions and measure advocacy impact.
Familiarity with Washington state policy landscape and justice-reform issues.

Responsibilities

Conducts policy research and analysis on criminal legal reform, reentry, housing, behavioral health, workforce development and related issues aligned with Pioneer’s mission, vision and Theory of Change.
Tracks and analyzes local, state and federal legislation and regulatory activity impacting justice-involved individuals and Pioneer programs.
Develops policy briefs, testimony, issues memos and advocacy materials that integrate data, research and lived experience perspectives.
Supports the advancement of Pioneer’s policy priorities through coalition engagement, legislative meetings and coordinated advocacy campaigns.
Collaborates with program, data and communications teams to ensure advocacy messages are accurate, consistent and grounded in program outcomes.
Contributes to public education efforts, including reports, presentations and external communications that elevate Pioneer’s policy leadership.
Supports relationship-building with legislators, agency staff, advocacy partners and community stakeholders.
Assists in establishing and tracking advocacy performance metrics that demonstrate policy impact, visibility and system-level outcomes.

Benefits

Medical
Flexible spending
Dental
Vision
Life
AD&D
Disability
Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending
Tuition assistance (100% for bachelor's, 50% for graduate programs)
Retirement plan (3.5% annual compensation contribution, plus 3.5% match for 6% individual contribution)
Employee recognition programs
Public transportation discount
Employee assistance program (EAP)