Fiscal Policy Analyst

About FPWA

FPWA is a leading anti-poverty, social policy and advocacy organization dedicated to strengthening human services organizations and faith institutions, and advancing economic opportunity and justice for New Yorkers with low incomes.

Since 1922, FPWA has driven groundbreaking policy reforms to better serve those in need. We work to dismantle the structural and systemic barriers that impede economic security and well-being, and strengthen the capacity of human services agencies and faith organizations so New Yorkers with lower incomes can thrive and live with dignity.

Position Overview

The Fiscal Policy Analyst is part of FPWA’s fiscal policy team. The position requires analysis and interpretation of budget and fiscal policy priorities at the national, state, and local levels, with a focus on impacts on the social and economic well-being of low-income New Yorkers, developing accessible policy documents, and examining pending legislative and policy options. The position will have a particular focus on the New York State and City Budget processes and will help build FPWA’s budget advocacy function. The Fiscal Policy Analyst will also produce analysis to support other FPWA projects and priorities, including cost-benefit analysis, tax policy analysis, demographic analysis, and labor market analysis.

This is a full-time position with a projected start date of July 1, 2026.

Essential Functions

• Support research and budget/data analysis on a range of fiscal policy issue areas at the national, state, and local levels, as they relate to FPWA’s overall anti-poverty policy priorities


• Under the direction of the Senior Fiscal Policy Analyst, tracks budget priorities at the City and State level including staying abreast of the budget cycle, tracking legislation, preparing and coordinating budget testimony, and writing statements and analysis for public release in response to Federal, State and City budgets negotiations


• Monitor and analyze economic data and trends, providing updates to the broader team to ensure FPWA’s work is informed by the latest economic data


• Support fiscal policy advocacy through policy campaigns, actions, and other advocacy strategies, engaging with key constituencies, national, state, and local allied organizations, member agencies, policymakers, and media


• Produce high-quality written work promoting FPWA’s policy priorities and translating complex issues for various audiences (e.g., policy statements, reports, testimony, memos of support or opposition, op-eds, fact sheets, data briefs, etc.)


• Coordinate and collaborate with communications and development teams to promote findings and strengthen fiscal policy work


• Other duties as assigned.

Baseline Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, or a related field or equivalent related experience


• Minimum of three years of related experience working in a public policy organization, an advocacy organization, government, or a related environment


• Understanding of macro-and-microeconomic trends and fluency in national, state and city policymaking, budget processes and systems


• Exceptional written and oral communications skills, with experience breaking down complex concepts – dense legislative language, budget statements, or demographic data – for use by a lay audience and policymakers


• Strong organizational skills and the ability to coordinate processes and timelines across the team


• Quantitative analysis skills and the ability to work with large data sets


• Deep commitment to social justice, policy advocacy and research; understanding of the needs of the communities that FPWA serves

Additional Qualifications

• Strong understanding of data analysis software / languages (E.g. R, Python, Power BI)


• Experience working as part of City and/or State Budget processes

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• Salary range for this role is $76,000 – $82,000, commensurate with experience.


• Excellent Benefit Package including medical, dental, vision, life, 403(b) with match, and more.


• Ample Vacation Time: Four weeks of paid vacation accumulated during the year, plus 12 company holidays.


• Professional Development: Resources committed to bolster professional and personal growth.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

As part of building a culture where employees can do their best work, FPWA currently employs a hybrid model. Employees are currently in-office twice per week with all staff in office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Senior leadership is in-office three times per week. We observe a company-wide remote day on Fridays.

Work performed by this role is expected to happen in or near New York, NY given FPWA's work policies and practices.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

HOW TO APPLY: PLEASE SUBMIT A RESUME and COVER LETTER via BambooHR.  No phone calls or other inquiries, please. 

Candidates must be available to begin full-time employment on July 1, 2026.

FPWA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

FPWA is committed to employing people who reflect the diversity of our member agencies and the communities and people they serve. Candidates who have firsthand experience of the social welfare and/or justice system are encouraged to apply. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, citizenship status, current employment status, or caregiver status.