Senior Policy Analyst

APPRISE Incorporated

APPRISE is a nonprofit research institute dedicated to collecting and analyzing data and information to assess and improve public programs. APPRISE’s research focuses on programs that provide energy bill payment assistance, energy education, and energy efficiency services to low-income households; and programs that provide incentives for undertaking energy efficiency projects to residential, commercial, and industrial utility customers. APPRISE conducts a wide variety of research activities to provide program administrators and stakeholders with a comprehensive understanding of program design, operations, and impact. This research leads to informed recommendations for program improvement.

Job Description: Senior Policy Analyst

APPRISE has a position available for a Senior Policy Analyst to conduct research on energy efficiency and energy assistance programs. This position requires in-office work at our Princeton, NJ location.

Job responsibilities include: research design, survey design and management, administrative interviews, programming and data analysis, and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive research and analysis using qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Utilize statistical Stata (a statistical software) for data analysis and interpretation.
• Collect and manage data from multiple sources, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Mentor research assistants and provide guidance on research methodologies and best practices.

Qualifications

• An advanced degree in economics or another social science (masters).
• At least two years of work experience in a similar roles involving survey research and statistical analysis.
• Strong proficiency in data collection techniques and statistical analysis using tools such as Stata, SQL, SAS, R, or Python.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets effectively.
• Familiarity with GIS applications is a plus.
• Exceptional English written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings clearly to diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Employee Benefits

All full-time APPRISE Incorporated staff are eligible for the below benefits.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401-K enrollment with 3% company contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

APPRISE Incorporated pays for 100% of the medical, dental, and vision premium for employees and 50% of medical, dental, and vision premium for employee’s spouse and/or dependents enrolled in our sponsored plans.

Application Steps

After receipt of your resume, those who advance to the next step in the application process will be asked to provide the following additional documents.

• Cover Letter
• Statement of interest in APPRISE
• Academic Transcripts
• Writing Sample
• Contact information for three references (Name, email, phone #)

Work setting: Office, In-person

Work Location: Princeton, NJ 08542

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $67,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday