Policy Engagement Analyst

The Oregon State Bar is seeking a Policy Engagement Analyst to support the Public Affairs and Communications departments in advocacy, communications, marketing, and policy initiatives through data analysis, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.

• Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to legislative activity, public policy trends, stakeholder engagement, marketing performance, and media coverage.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and visualizations to support communications, advocacy campaigns, and brand awareness strategies.
• Translate complex data into compelling messaging and storytelling for use in marketing materials, public-facing reports, presentations, and digital campaigns.
• Collaborate with the communications and marketing teams to develop data-informed content that resonates with target audiences and supports advocacy goals.
• Assist in shaping strategic messaging based on audience segmentation, digital engagement metrics, and public sentiment analysis.
• Maintain and improve data systems related to government relations, grassroots campaigns, stakeholder outreach, and digital marketing analytics.
• Support the tracking of legislation, committee activity, and policymaker positions relevant to the organization’s priorities.
• Assist in the preparation of materials for press releases, newsletters, campaigns, and marketing collateral using accurate and persuasive data insights.
• Monitor media, legislative, regulatory, and marketing trends to provide timely analysis and recommendations.
• Help develop and maintain stakeholder databases, contact lists, policy calendars, and campaign performance reports.
• Engage in team meetings, training sessions, and feedback sessions to support ongoing departmental needs.
• Models behavior and practices that value diversity and incorporate inclusive and culturally competent practices.

• Other duties as assigned.

You may have any satisfactory equivalent combination of the following experience & training that ensures your ability to perform the work. We welcome the opportunity to review your background.

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Public Policy, Communications, Political Science, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• At least 4 years’ experience in marketing, public affairs, communications, or legislative work, with at least 3 years collecting and interpreting data analytics.
• Experience working with government stakeholders and/or advocacy organizations.
• Experience working in a government agency, nonprofit, lobbying firm, legislative office, or public affairs consultancy preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using tools like Excel, Power BI, Google Analytics, Tableau, or similar data visualization platforms.
• Familiarity with legislative tracking tools and CRM systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate data into compelling narratives and marketing assets.
• Experience with marketing tools and strategies for digital storytelling, brand building, and audience engagement preferred.
• Knowledge of the legislative process. 
• Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in keeping with the policies and objectives within the departments and the OSB.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to the concept of teamwork and cross-responsibility within a department.
• Ability to pay strict attention to detail.

• Ability to communicate in person, in writing, by email, by telephone, and other communication media, e.g., video conferencing.
• Ability to operate a computer for long periods of time.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time.
• Ability to manipulate data for program purposes and typing.
• Ability to use standard office equipment and computer peripherals.
• Ability to work in varied environments and locations.
• Ability to perform detailed work requiring concentrated effort.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to travel overnight, inside and outside Oregon, to meetings and seminars.
• Ability to manipulate data for program purposes and typing.

Send resume with a cover letter to our mailing address below

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Chief People and Culture Officer

Attention: PEA

Oregon State Bar

P.O. Box 231935

Tigard, OR 97281-1935

E-mail to hr@osbar.org.

Equal Opportunity Employer