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Policy Analyst Reviews
What is it like working as a Policy Analyst?
June 2023
Policy Fellow.
Policy Analyst in Denver:
Pros: Friendly, laid back community within the legislator and with other organizations who also specialize on policy reform.
Cons: Traffic, high rent costs
July 2021
Meaningful work with autonomy and support.
Policy Analyst in Milwaukee:
Pros: Supportive coworkers who I enjoy working with and work that will hopefully improve the lives of children and families. A culture and hunger for positive change across the system, so I'm part of that change and encouraged to push further in our search for better solutions.
Cons: A lot of levels of management above me, so everything needs multiple layers of review and approval.
March 2020
Working in Calgary.
Policy Analyst in Calgary:
Pros: It's close to the Rockies.
Cons: The commute is long and uncomfortable, not always forward-thinking, working-life balance is skewed to work.
October 2019
Depends on the elected official.
Policy Analyst in Houston:
Pros: Work benefits are great plus, I get to help people through systematic change.
Cons: The pay and the good ol' boy environment.
September 2019
Fantastic.
Policy Analyst in Sheffield:
Pros: Cultural aspects and differencesFantastic
Cons: Not warm
May 2019
For the family breadwinner.
Policy Analyst in Liverpool:
Pros: Friendly, respectful workplace. Variety of work.
Cons: It is a small place where transition and promotion seems limited if that is your goal.
March 2019
Policy in Vancouver.
Policy Analyst in Vancouver:
Pros: Close to everything - skiing, soccer, parks, etc.
Cons: Away from the family.
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