Policy Development Analyst III (Junior)

Description & Requirements

Are you a policy professional who thrives at the intersection of research, analysis, and real-world impact? This role offers the opportunity to shape and strengthen policies that directly influence program outcomes, compliance, and client success across a dynamic public-sector environment.

In this position, you’ll take ownership of policy development, analysis, and continuous improvement-partnering with internal stakeholders and leadership to evaluate legislative and program changes, assess impacts, and translate complex information into clear, actionable insights. From drafting policy briefs and recommendations to supporting audits and ensuring alignment with evolving regulations, your work will play a key role in driving operational excellence and informed decision-making.

If you enjoy digging into policy and legislation, producing high-quality analytical writing, and contributing to mission-driven programs where your work has visible impact, this is an opportunity to grow your expertise while influencing meaningful outcomes.

Please note that this position is contingent upon bid award

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, document, and maintain an effective set of policies and procedures consistent with project/program guidelines.
• Interface with management, clients and/or internal change management team to determine appropriate policy and procedure standard requirements.
• Research and analyze reports and other documents as needed.
• Recommend changes to policies and procedures.
• Assist with the development and execution of internal audits.
• Provide support on external audits.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Public policy research and impact analysis.
• Research legislative and policy issues.
• Write memos, briefs, and policy impact reports.
• Policy/legislative analysis.
• Qualitative research and policy interpretation.
• Analytical writing.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in related field.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience considered in lieu of degree.

EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Accommodations

Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at View email address on click.appcast.io .

Minimum Salary

$

44,800.00

Maximum Salary

$

80,655.00