Job Description
Launch your public service career with New York State's premier labor agency! We're seeking motivated Entry-Level Policy Analysts to support critical workforce initiatives across the Empire State. This full-time position offers unparalleled training, comprehensive benefits, and direct impact on New York's economic future. Join a team of dedicated professionals committed to shaping equitable labor policies and advancing worker protections.
As a state employee, you'll enjoy:
- Competitive salary with annual increases
- Comprehensive health/dental/vision insurance
- Generous pension plan (NYSLRS)
- Student loan forgiveness eligibility
- Professional development stipends
Responsibilities
- Analyze state/federal labor legislation and regulatory changes
- Research workforce trends and economic indicators
- Prepare policy briefs and recommendation memos
- Coordinate stakeholder meetings with industry partners
- Support public outreach initiatives for labor programs
- Maintain accurate databases and compliance records
- Collaborate with cross-agency task forces on workforce development
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Economics, or related field
- 0-2 years of policy analysis or administrative experience
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to synthesize complex information clearly
- Basic knowledge of labor market data systems
- Valid New York State driver's license (may be required)
- U.S. citizenship or permanent residency status