Policy analyst

Policy analyst

Policy analysts do research and analyse information to develop or provide advice on government or industrial policies.

Also known as

Policy adviser

AUT programmes

Work environment

  • Usually work regular business hours
  • Usually work in offices
  • Need to be accurate, communicate well and identify and solve problems

Typical tasks

  • Advise others on matters of public policy
  • Evaluate information related to legal matters in public or personal records
  • Research relevant legal materials to aid decision making
  • Coordinate with external parties to exchange information
  • Communicate with government agencies
  • Prepare technical reports for internal use
  • Present research results to others

Salary information

$63K-$172K
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$63K$81K-$136K$172K

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