Director of Policy Analysis

4 weeks ago

Washington, United States American Forest Full time
Job Title: Director, Public Policy Analysis

Join the American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) as a Director, Public Policy Analysis, and play a critical role in shaping the future of the forest products industry. As a key member of our team, you will analyze federal regulations, research policy issues, and develop quantitative policy arguments to support the industry's interests.

About the Role:

This is a hybrid position that includes two days of remote work. Our current location is at 11th and K NW, Washington, DC, and we will be moving at the end of the year to 13th and G, NW (above Metro Station).

Key Responsibilities:
  • Analyze bills, regulations, policy proposals, scientific/technical reports, standards, data, and reports from legislators, government agencies, think tanks, academia, non-governmental organizations, etc.
  • Identify potential impacts/opportunities to the paper and wood products industry and develop quantitative policy arguments for the industry.
  • Perform quantitative analysis and develop analytical reports on policy issues facing the paper and wood products industry.
  • Collaborate with AF&PA's Statistics Team to utilize industry data in support of policy analysis.
  • Help design and support research projects on policy issues such as economic and employment impacts of environmental regulations, as well as the carbon benefits of bioenergy and industry products.
  • Help draft comments and testimony related to international regulatory issues, particularly from the European Union.
  • Keep up with literature and research from other organizations on the forest products industry.
  • Interface with think tanks on various industry-related issues.
  • Deliver presentations to industry and non-industry audiences.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree required, preferably in economics, public policy, environmental science, or related field; master's degree preferred.
  • Seven or more years of relevant experience required.
  • Experience analyzing federal regulations, including their economic impact; preferably related to manufacturing.
  • Ability to effectively perform research, analyze policy, and contribute to policy development.
  • Working knowledge/familiarity with climate/carbon policies and government databases.
  • Knowledge of major sectors of the forest products industry value chain, including paper products, wood products, and forestry preferred.
  • High degree of analytical ability with respect to economics and statistics.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate issues to multiple audiences from generalists to technical experts.
  • Skilled at using Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to work as an effective team member.
  • Ability to juggle multiple responsibilities with high-quality execution and performance.
Compensation and Benefits:

The salary for this position is expected to be between $148,000-$185,000. This is a good-faith estimate based on market data for comparable positions and the current budgeted amount for this role. Factors to be considered when determining the salary of the selected candidate include relevant skills, experience, and knowledge, and the alignment of these qualities with those of existing staff.

AF&PA offers a generous benefits package, which includes paid vacation, personal, and sick leave, as well as a retirement plan with up to 9% employer contribution after a waiting period.

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