Policy Analyst
Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decisionmaking, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents.
At a Glance
Policy Analyst earns an average of $105,969/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 5.8 years. Top skills: Policy Analysis, Research, Communication.
$105,969/yr
Bachelor's degree
5.8 years
7
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Political Scientists
Median Wage
$139,380/yr
Growth (2024-34)
-3.1%
Education
Master's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (13)
Policy Analysis
Continuous Improvement Process
Front Office
Proofreading
Equities
Human Capital Management (HCM)
Procurement
International Relations
Change Leadership
Business Marketing
Patents
Medicaid
Common Skills (15)
Research
Communication
Operations
Advocacy
Management
Strategic Thinking
Coordinating
Interpersonal Communications
Problem Solving
Detail Oriented
Leadership
Training And Development
Budgeting
Self-Discipline
Certifications (2)
Security Clearance
Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI Clearance)
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