<p>Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person.</p> <p>Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position.</p> <p>Review Vacancy</p> <p>Date Posted 03/30/26</p> <p>Applications Due04/30/26</p> <p>Vacancy ID212777</p> <ul> <li>Basics </li><li>Schedule </li><li>Location </li><li>Job Specifics </li><li>How to Apply </li></ul> <p>NY HELPNo</p> <p>AgencySenate, NYS</p> <p>TitlePolicy Analyst</p> <p>Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers</p> <p>Salary GradeNS</p> <p>Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)</p> <p>Salary RangeFrom $60000 to $65000 Annually</p> <p>Employment Type Full-Time</p> <p>Appointment Type Permanent</p> <p>Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service</p> <p>Travel Percentage 0%</p> <p>Workweek Mon-Fri</p> <p>Hours Per Week 35</p> <p>Workday</p> <p>From 9 AM</p> <p>To 5 PM</p> <p>Flextime allowed? No</p> <p>Mandatory overtime? No</p> <p>Compressed workweek allowed? No</p> <p>Telecommuting allowed? No</p> <p>County New York</p> <p>Street Address 163 West 125th Street</p> <p>City New York</p> <p>StateNY</p> <p>Zip Code10027</p> <p>Duties Description New York State Senator Cordell Cleare is seeking applicants to fill the position of Policy Analyst in her District Office. This individual will have the opportunity to work directly with the Senator on legislation and policy issues that affect New Yorkers.</p> <p>In this dynamic role, you will:</p> <ul> <li>Provide research and policy analysis for the Senator </li><li>Draft memoranda analyzing policy initiatives and state legislation </li><li>Prepare briefing materials in a wide range of policy areas </li><li>Assist the Senator in preparation for Senate floor debates </li><li>Draft briefing books, and other research material on long-term legislation areas </li><li>Work collaboratively with other members of the team when necessary </li><li>Generate new ideas for potential legislation </li><li>Perform other tasks that may be necessary in support of the Senator </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications To move forward, candidates must have:</p> <ul> <li>Legislative experience </li><li>Strong writing, research, and oratory skills </li><li>A bachelor's degree </li><li>Ability to work flexible hours, including extensive nights and weekends. </li></ul> <p>Preference will be given to candidates with an advanced degrees or equivalent work experience, as well as knowledge and experience in the New York State government.</p> <p>Additional Comments Salary range is $60,000 to $65,000, commensurate with education and experience.</p> <p>Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@nysenate.gov. Please keep in mind that we are looking for cover letters that tell us in your own words why you are a great candidate for the job and not something that simply repeats the information in your resume.</p> <p>This recruitment will remain open until filled. Due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to respond to each applicant.</p> <p>The NYS Senate offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes a health and wellness in the workplace program that you and your family can benefit from:</p> <ul> <li>Dental insurance </li><li>Employee assistance program </li><li>Flexible spending account </li><li>Health insurance </li><li>Life insurance </li><li>Paid time off </li><li>Parental leave </li><li>Retirement plan </li><li>Sick time </li><li>Tuition reimbursement </li><li>Vision insurance </li><li>Wellness Program </li></ul> <p>The New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.</p> <p>Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.</p> <p>Name Hiring Coordinator</p> <p>Telephone</p> <p>Fax</p> <p>Email Address jobs@nysenate.gov</p> <p>Address</p> <p>Street 163 West 125th Street</p> <p>City New York</p> <p>State NY</p> <p>Zip Code 10027</p> <p>Notes on Applying Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@nysenate.gov. Submissions that do not include both will not be considered.</p>