The Workforce Technology Policy Analyst provides in-depth analysis of public policies and related issues in support of AFSCME priorities related to workplace technologies.
Duties:
- Develops and maintains extensive knowledge in assigned AFSCME job sectors and issue areas of responsibility, including workplace technology policy, such as Artificial Intelligence and workplace surveillance, and other issues and sectors as assigned.
- Supports the development of federal, state, and local policy strategies that further the interests of AFSCME members.
- Supports advocacy for regulatory and related priorities to promote the interests of AFSCME members at federal executive branch departments and agencies by engaging with federal agencies; analyzing regulatory and other administrative developments; preparing comments for submission in response to proposed regulations and related federal agency solicitations; and engaging in other activities as appropriate.
- Conducts quantitative and qualitative research. Analyzes federal, state and local statutes, regulations and guidance.
- Supports the development of policy options that impact AFSCME members.
- Analyzes pending state and federal legislative proposals, administrative policies, and regulatory changes.
- Writes memoranda and analyses for internal staff and affiliate union leaders and staff.
- Informs AFSCME and affiliate union leaders and staff about new federal laws, regulations and related matters by preparing written reports, fact sheets, content for distribution through AFSCME social media and other communications channels and other materials; and deliver presentations at webinars, trainings, conferences and other live events.
- Collaborates with other AFSCME departments as appropriate, including identifying crosscutting issues and projects.
- Provides research support for members of the department on policy issues.
- Represents AFSCME in external meetings such as federal executive branch staff, other unions and coalition partners.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with course work that demonstrates experience with research and analysis and a minimum of three (3) years’ relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Skills Requirements:
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to write reports and make presentations.
- Ability to conduct sound research and make logical conclusions.
- Ability to formulate program strategies and respond to research requests.
- Knowledge of workplace technologies and workplace technology policies, preferred.
- Knowledge of unions and their internal and external working relationships, preferred.
- Skills in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Advanced skills in the use of personal computers and database software.
Travel & Work hours Travel, extended work hours, and a valid driver’s license are required