Bipartisan Policy Center

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Founded in 2007 by former Senate Majority Leaders Howard Baker, Tom Daschle, Bob Dole, and George Mitchell, the Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC) is a leading nonprofit organization that drives principled solutions through rigorous analysis, reasoned negotiation, and respectful dialogue. By bringing together Republicans and Democrats—and providing them with the space, policy insights, and evidence-based research needed to negotiate in good faith—BPC helps turn legislators’ best ideas into passable, durable laws. In the 17+ years since its founding, BPC has played an integral role in countless legislative accomplishments. With projects in multiple issue areas including economic policy, energy, health, housing, human capital and democracy, BPC combines politically balanced policy making with strong, proactive advocacy and outreach. As the only Washington, D.C.-based organization that actively promotes bipartisanship, BPC works to address the key challenges facing the nation. Its policy solutions are the product of informed deliberations by former elected and appointed officials, business and labor leaders, academics and advocates who represent both sides of the political spectrum. BPC is committed to seeing its policy solutions enacted by lawmakers. Through BPC Action, its (c)(4) affiliate, BPC engages in advocacy and strategic outreach and education to bolster the legislative center and support efforts that bring Republicans and Democrats together on the difficult issues facing the country. While a healthy, civil debate among those with differing viewpoints is an essential component of our democracy, the current partisan tone in government is impeding progress. Through the Democracy Program and bridge-building events, political summits and timely policy discussions, BPC is fostering an ongoing conversation about how to overcome political divides and help make our government work better. Mission * Build connections. * Negotiate policy. * Achieve bipartisan solutions. * Improve lives. BPC is seeking one team member to work on transportation policy. This position will sit within BPC’s Energy Program. However, the Senior Policy Analyst position is versatile, and will work on a variety of tasks and topics, often simultaneously. Candidates should be able to learn about new and evolving policy issues, interact with policy experts and political leaders, and lead stakeholder engagement. Responsibilities * Conduct research and analysis on a variety of transportation topics such as: improving the federal permitting and environmental review process; securing sustainable funding for the Highway Trust Fund; reforming federal supports for electric and other alternative fuel vehicles, related infrastructure, and their supply chains; and unleashing the potential of the private sector and private investment to meet national transportation and climate goals * Primary responsibility for drafting, reviewing and editing major written work products, including white papers, reports, articles, issue briefs, explainers, fact sheets, and social media and other digital content * Coordinate the activities of a working group of external experts and stakeholders * Participate in and support engagement with stakeholders * Work with BPC’s energy and development teams to draft grant proposals and reports, and to support other donor-related activities Qualifications * Strong policy background with knowledge of the transportation policy landscape and key stakeholders * Bachelor’s Degree and 3-4 years of work experience, or relevant advanced degree with 1 or more years of work experience * Excellent quantitative and research skills * Excellent writing and verbal communications skills * Strong team player with a collaborative spirit * Strong ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks with often overlapping deadlines while maintaining a high degree of thoroughness and accuracy BPC offers a highly competitive salary and provides generous benefits.  Individuals interested in this position should send resume, cover letter, (writing sample), and three references.  Please submit materials as one file. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.  BPC does not sponsor employment visas.  BPC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. Work Schedule The work/life balance of employees is a priority for the Bipartisan Policy Center. As a result, BPC is currently operating on a hybrid schedule. Employees at BPC are currently coming into the office three times a week. Exact time and schedules will be determined between an employee and their manager.  BPC offers comprehensive health insurance benefits with a choice of open access HMO, POS, or PPO plan. HMO and POS individual plans have a monthly premium cost share of 10%. Dependent and Family HMO and POS plans are offered with a monthly cost share equal to 20% of the difference between the plan premium and the individual HMO monthly premium. PPO plans are offered with a 20% premium cost-share for all plans.  Additional benefits include 403(b) matching contributions of up to 7% of salary in addition to a non-elective contribution of 2% of salary (both after 90 days of employment); 15 vacation days, 2 personal days, 15 sick days, and 12 holidays per year; education benefits up to $5,250 per year after one year of employment; $2,000 for professional development expenses after six months of employment; Metro benefits of up to $130 per month; Company provided life insurance; and dental and vision insurance coverage with a Flexible Spending Plan.  We reasonably believe that the base salary range for this position is $83,000 to $103,000. At BPC, a wide range of factors are considered when making compensation decisions, including and not limited to skill set, experience, training, education, knowledge, and other business and organizational needs.