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The Council of State Governments is the nation\'s only nonpartisan
association of state officials serving all three branches of government
in all 50 states and the U.S. territories. CSG is a region-based,
national organization that promotes excellence in state government. CSG
fosters the interstate exchange of insights and ideas to help state
officials shape public policy, and it offers unparalleled regional,
national and international opportunities to network, develop leaders,
collaborate and create problem-solving partnerships.
CSG Midwest focuses on meeting the needs of state policymakers and
leaders in the 11 Midwestern states Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas,
Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota and
Wisconsin. In addition, four Canadian provinces: Alberta, Manitoba,
Ontario and Saskatchewan are members or affiliate members of CSG
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JOB SUMMARY
The Policy Analyst is responsible for providing staff support to
designated constituent groups, including one or more committees of the
Midwestern Legislative Conference (MLC) and/or other select entities
supported by the CSG Midwestern Office. The Policy Analyst writes and
edits issues briefs, articles and other documents and correspondence,
conducts research, coordinates webinars, contributes to various group
projects and team activities as directed, and represents the Midwestern
region and Midwestern CSG constituents in external forums as
appropriate. The Policy Analyst also contributes to Midwestern Office
publications, online resources, and social media efforts as directed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides lead staff support to one or more committees of the
Midwestern Legislative Conference (including initially the Economic
Development and Infrastructure Committee). Specific duties include
working with committee officers and members to identify, prioritize
and pursue all committee objectives, including the development and
production of committee workplans, meeting agendas, events and other
deliverables.
Assists in providing a wide range of secretariat services to other
committees and networks of Midwestern state officials supported by
the CSG Midwestern Office as assigned. Specific duties include
providing staff support (project and meeting planning, the
preparation of reports and other deliverables, research,
communications, etc.) to various committees, task forces and/or
other entities as directed.
Monitors relevant policy developments at the state, federal and
international levels (related to the interests and objectives of the
various constituent groups supported by the Policy Analyst).
Conducts research; analyzes policy issues, writes/edits position
papers, articles, reports and other documents and correspondence.
Contributes to Midwestern Office publications, web-based resources
and social media efforts as directed.
Serves as principal staff liaison to two or more Midwestern states.
Plans and facilitates project-specific webinars as appropriate.
Represents Midwestern region and CSG Midwest constituents in
external forums (e.g., Midwestern state legislatures, other
association meetings, stakeholder events, etc.) as appropriate.
Serves as a resource to constituent group members and other stateofficials on wide range of policy issues.
Serves as member of other in-house teams as assigned.
Participates in/contributes to various CSG-wide activities.
Serves as an ambassador of the CSG mission to champion excellence in
state governments to advance the common good.
Other substantive and administrative tasks as assigned.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Steadfast commitment to providing members with timely, effective
customer service.
Working knowledge of public policy and the role of states within the
federal system.
Dedication to public service with an unfailing commitment to act with
civility, be non-partisan in performing CSG duties, and be a responsible
steward of public funds.
Strong organizational, analytical, administrative, communication (both
oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
Reliable self-starter; effective time and project manager.
Positive team player with a professional work ethic.
Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
Strong interpersonal skills including self awareness, sensitivity and
valuing others.
Flexibility and willingness to take on new tasks as necessary to meet
evolving needs and objectives of organization and its members.
Strong office technology skills and familia
