Senior Associate Fiscal Federalism Initiative

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Posted: Jan. 24, 2022
| Application Deadline:
Feb. 24, 2022
Title
Senior Associate Fiscal Federalism Initiative
Quantitative Research Analysis/Budget and Tax Policy Issues
Pew Charitable Trusts
D.C.
The Government Performance Portfolio within Program
Pew's government performance work identifies and advances effective approaches to help solve complex challenges at all levels of government in the United States.
The portfolio's work can be traced back to our founders' early efforts to improve the lives of Americans by supporting efforts that promoted health, civic engagement, and democratic ideals.Today, we conduct research on emerging topics, develop data-driven reports, and highlight innovative, non-partisan approaches in addressing complex problems at the federal, state, and local levels as well as the interplay that can occur between jurisdictions. Current initiatives focus on health, fiscal and economic policy, and safety and justice, and take into account significant trends such as evolving technologies, and the increasing racial and ethnic diversity in the United States population.
Our teams explore and advance effective, evidence-based policies using credible, timely, and accessible research, assessing public support for change, identifying approaches that have proved successful elsewhere, and bringing together diverse perspectives to find common ground. We work in collaboration with organizations that share our commitment to rigorous research, measurable results, and public service, and we focus on developing durable policy change. In addition, our teams use strategic outreach and dissemination to ensure that good information is widely communicated to decision-makers, media, influential stakeholders, and the public.
Fiscal Federalism Initiative
Pew's fiscal federalism initiative is housed in the fiscal and economic policy domain within the government performance portfolio and led by the director of project development and support. The initiative provides research and analysis on issues where federal and state fiscal interests and funding overlap. Our goal is to provide the data and analysis that is missing from the conversation and to inform the critical decisions by policymakers at both levels of government.
The initiative produces both short analytical pieces that are timed to inform the current debate and longer more in-depth research to illuminate issues where there are data or research gaps. The topics are focused on issues where federal and state interests intersect - ranging from higher education and Medicaid to natural disasters and public health, among others.
Position Overview
The senior associate will author and co-author research papers and issue briefs, critically review project materials, help implement the project's communications and outreach strategy, and present research findings in appropriate venues. The position will work collaboratively with colleagues on projects and on explorations of new research opportunities. The senior associate, based in Pew's Washington, D.C., office, reports to the manager. The position has a set time frame that could be extended based on the success of the program, funding sources and board decisions on continued support.
Responsibilities
Coauthor/author research reports and issue briefs for the project. Take the lead in collaboration with management, Pew's research review, communications, and other departments to manage research products through a rigorous review and publication process. Critically review and fact-check materials produced by contractors and other staff.
Provide core research capability for the project, with primary ownership over particular lines of research. Identify and carry out policy analysis of emerging policy issues and proposals.
Provide insightful and sophisticated analysis of large data sets, data from multiple data sets, and policy changes and distill the information into findings that are relevant to federal and state policymakers.
Work with team management to support and execute the project's communications and outreach strategy. Collaborate with Pew's communications department to prepare materials for the project's website and ensure that they are timely, accurate and relevant.
Develop presentations and talking points to support internal and external communications of research findings.
Collaborate where appropriate with relevant external experts and Pew colleagues who are state fiscal experts and work with management on the development of new research proposals.
Lead the planning, organizing, and implementation of stakeholder meetings, conferences, and other events related to the team's work.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.
At least four years of applicable experience related to public policy.
Familiarity with budget and tax policy issues. Experience in the federal and/or state government is highly preferred.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; familiarity with at least one data analysis and visualization program (e.g., Tableau, Stata, R).
Familiarity with federal and state economic and budget data including data from the U.S. Treasury, JCT, CBO, U.S. Census, FFIS, BLS, NCSL, NASBO, and other sources.
Experience summarizing and distilling the essence of budget and tax legislation as well as regulatory proposals.
Excellent written and oral communications skills, including an ability to synthesize issues effectively and clearly. Ability to write quickly and succinctly as well as to revise and edit based on input from a range of reviewers.
Strong interpersonal skills. Able to develop and manage productive and collaborative relationships both internally and externally.
Proven ability to think strategically and creatively, juggle multiple priorities, adjust to changing circumstances, organize time efficiently, and remain attentive to details.
Ability to meet both individual and team goals in a professional and timely manner.
Travel
This position requires occasional domestic travel to meetings and conferences.
Total Rewards
We offer a competitive salary and benefit program, including: comprehensive, affordable health care through medical, dental, and vision coverage; financial security with life and disability insurance; opportunities to save using health savings and flexible spending accounts; retirement benefits to help prepare for the future; and work/life benefits to maintain a good balance.
To Apply
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The Pew Charitable Trusts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Pew considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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