What are the responsibilities and job description for the Government Affairs Research Analyst position at Kentucky League of Cities?
The Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) is seeking an analytical, detail-oriented Government Affairs Research Analyst to support legislative advocacy, government affairs initiatives, and organizational priorities. If you enjoy researching public policy, analyzing complex information, and helping shape policies that affect Kentucky cities, we would love to hear from you.
What You'll Do:
- Research legislative, regulatory, fiscal, and public policy issues affecting Kentucky cities.
- Evaluate proposed legislation, regulations, and policies for potential financial, operational, and administrative impacts on municipalities.
- Provide research and data analysis to support KLC's legislative priorities and policy positions.
- Prepare research reports, policy briefs, fiscal analyses, data visualizations, and presentations.
- Compare municipal policies, laws, revenue structures, and governmental practices in Kentucky and other states.
- Respond to research and data inquiries from legislators, state agencies, city officials, and other stakeholders in coordination with Government Affairs leadership.
- Assist with materials for legislative committee meetings, testimony, and meetings with public officials.
- Ensure research and analytical materials are accurate, reliable, complete, and appropriately sourced.
- Manage multiple research projects, resolve discrepancies, and meet deadlines.
What We Are Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree in economics, public policy, political science, public administration, or a related field required; master's degree preferred.
- Three years of relevant professional experience in government research, policy analysis, legislative affairs, economics, or municipal finance preferred.
- Experience with state or local government, legislative organizations, or public policy associations preferred.
- Knowledge of Kentucky local government, legislative processes, public policy, and fiscal issues affecting cities.
- Strong analytical, research, writing, communication, and data accuracy skills.
- Advanced proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and database and survey applications; ability to manage competing deadlines.
- Valid Kentucky driver's license required.
You Will Thrive Here If You:
- Enjoy translating complex legislation, research, and data into clear, actionable information.
- Take pride in accurate, thorough, well-sourced analysis and strong attention to detail.
- Value collaboration with colleagues, city officials, legislators, and other stakeholders.
- Thrive on a variety of policy questions and deadlines in a dynamic legislative environment.
What We Offer:
- Hybrid work schedule.
- Competitive salary.
- Thirteen paid holidays.
- Employer-funded HSA.
- Paid health and dental insurance.
- Participation in the County Employees Retirement System (CERS).
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Paid parental leave.
- Adoption and foster care incentives.
- SNOO Benefit
How to Apply:
Please review the full job description on klc.org. To apply, please submit your resume and salary requirements to eschepens@klc.org by 5:00 p.m. EST on Wednesday, October 30, 2026.