Job Application for Sr. Policy Analyst at ZERO TO THREE

ABOUT ZERO TO THREE

Founded in 1977, ZERO TO THREE works to ensure that babies and toddlers benefit from the early connections that are critical to their well-being and development. Our mission is to ensure that all babies and toddlers have a strong start in life. At ZERO TO THREE, we envision a society with the knowledge and will to support all infants and toddlers in reaching their full potential. Our Core Values Statement: We believe that how we do our work is as important as what we do. To learn more about ZERO TO THREE, please visit our website at zerotothree.org.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

ZERO TO THREE is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring, advancement, and professional development. It is dedicated to diversity in its work, its staff, and community partners. This is an exceptional opportunity for a professional who shares our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and supports our mission to enhance outcomes for all children.

SUMMARY

The Senior Policy Analyst, HealthySteps will work in partnership with the Director of Policy and other HealthySteps National Office staff to further the mission of identifying and developing policy and sustainability solutions to support HealthySteps implementation and early childhood development integration into primary care generally. The role will include strategic thinking on how to engage the HealthySteps network in relevant policy and advocacy opportunities as well as helping develop messaging to support the HealthySteps network in articulating the value proposition of HealthySteps. As part of the HealthySteps Policy and Finance Team, the Senior Policy Analyst will enhance the team’s ability to share policy and funding opportunities with the network and work to strengthen the HealthySteps networks’ engagement with the Policy and Finance team. As part of this role, the Senior Policy Analyst will build on existing and develop new HealthySteps’ policy and advocacy efforts on a range of early childhood health-related issues impacting young children and caregivers aligned with HealthySteps and HealthySteps-aligned services; contribute to developing collateral for policy makers and advocates that will advance HealthySteps and HealthySteps-aligned services; represent the HealthySteps National Office in coalition meetings; track and analyze relevant federal legislation and policy opportunities related to behavioral health promotion and prevention; and contribute to the overall work of the HealthySteps Policy and Finance Team. The HealthySteps National Office works in close collaboration with ZERO TO THREE’s Policy Center. The Senior Policy Analyst will support ongoing efforts to ensure that all policy work is coordinated across the organization and HealthySteps policy activities are aligned with ZERO TO THREE’s organizational policy agenda, strategies, and activities.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Work with the HealthySteps Director of Policy and the Policy and Finance Team, in collaboration with the ZERO TO THREE Policy Center to implement the HealthySteps’ policy agenda to raise visibility of early childhood team-based care and create sustainable funding opportunities for behavioral health promotion and prevention.
Coordinate with ZERO TO THREE’s Policy Center by connecting with Policy Center staff and attending internal meetings to align HealthySteps and HealthySteps-aligned policy activities with ZERO TO THREE’s overall policy efforts.
In conjunction with the HealthySteps National Office, develop a near and long-term strategy to support the HealthySteps network to better articulate the value and power of HealthySteps to different stakeholders including health system leadership, and local and national policymakers and other stakeholders. Identify and leverage champions within the HealthySteps network interested in engaging in advocacy activities.
Develop messaging to share with the HealthySteps network around funding opportunities and potential areas to engage in advocacy and garner visibility for HealthySteps and HealthySteps-aligned services.
Develop and maintain an up-to-date tracker mapping the HealthySteps network to Congressional Districts to align with HealthySteps specific and ZERO TO THREE’s strategic Communications efforts.
Research, identify and track potential legislative champions and legislative opportunities related to early childhood development, primary care, community health centers, and other content areas relevant to HealthySteps and HealthySteps-aligned services.
Develop HealthySteps and HealthySteps-aligned services fact sheets and collateral content for the HealthySteps website, and content potentially useful to sites, specifically outlining existing federal funding opportunities.
In coordination with the Policy Center, support HealthySteps in a variety of coalitions, including identifying areas for partnership, reviewing information, contributing to content for the coalitions, and bringing information back to the HealthySteps National Office.
Stay abreast of developments in and gather information relevant to infant/toddler policy, with a focus on Medicaid, Executive Branch policy and funding opportunities, behavioral health promotion and prevention, early childhood development, AAP policy statements, and relevant white papers.
Garner visibility for HealthySteps and HealthySteps-specific policy issues through presentations at conferences, meetings, and on webinars.
Work with the Director of Policy and the Policy and Finance Team to prepare responses to time sensitive media opportunities and in coordination with ZERO TO THREE’s broader Policy Center on federal Requests for Comments and Requests for Information.
Coordinate closely with the HealthySteps Policy and Finance Payment Team.
Contribute to the overall work of the HealthySteps National Office.
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the HealthySteps National Office.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Understanding of federal policy processes (i.e., appropriations, rule making, Committee jurisdiction);
Experience participating in coalition groups and building relationships with relevant stakeholders;
Knowledge of policies related to health, mental health, and early childhood;
Knowledge of Medicaid policy at the state and federal levels;
Excellent writing and verbal skills including writing, editing and proofreading;
Strong research and analytical skills;
Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex documents;
Five years relevant work experience, Capitol Hill and state legislator experience a plus;
Strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to manage multiple competing responsibilities efficiently and effectively;
Experience with Microsoft Office;
Ability to work with a team as well as independently; and
Strong interpersonal skills.

ESSENTIAL QUALITIES

Encourages and practices critical thinking
Is self-reflective and empathic
Recognizes the influence of workplace relationships on outcomes and results
Maintains a respectful and accepting approach to others
Awareness of the influence of the larger context on individual behavior
Collaboratively and creatively supports the work efforts of colleagues at all levels and in all areas of the organization

EDUCATION

Master’s degree in public policy, social work, early childhood, mental health, public health or a related field, or a law degree preferred; relevant experience will be considered in lieu of higher education.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

This position's salary is estimated to be mid $70,000s to low $100,000s depending on experience, geo-location, budget, and other comparable and similarly scoped internal positions. In addition to salary, ZERO TO THREE offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, HRA, retirement contributions, generous leave benefits and more.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is frequently required to use finger dexterity and sufficient hand dexterity to use a computer keyboard and be capable of reading a computer screen. Also, they may need to remain seated for extended periods, can perform repetitive motions, and reach for objects. An employee is frequently required to hold a writing instrument, communicate verbally, and hear well enough to detect nuances and receive detailed information. They may be required to grasp objects, push, and pull objects, bend, stand, walk, squat, or kneel. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision for data preparation or analysis, and expansive reading. May need to lift up to 30 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing this job. Depending on work location, the incumbent will typically work indoors in a heated and air-conditioned office, with a mixture of natural, incandescent, and fluorescent light with low to moderate noise levels or be subject to working conditions conducive to a home environment. When travel is expected, the incumbent will be exposed to outside environmental conditions during those times.

ZERO TO THREE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to provide individual feedback to candidates regarding the status of their application. If selected to move forward in the process, someone from the hiring team will contact you regarding next steps.

First Name

Last Name

Phone

Resume/CV*

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Cover Letter*

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Street Address

City

State

Select...

Zip Code

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

Select...

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?

Select...

Please indicate the highest level of education received.

Select...

School

Discipline

Please indicate your years of relevant experience to the position.

Select...

Do you have at least 4-5 years of nonprofit, state or federal policy experience?

Select...

Do you have experience in state or federal policy, including Medicaid, Title V, child welfare, infant and early childhood mental health, or early childhood?

Select...

Are you familiar with HealthySteps, a program of ZERO TO THREE?

Select...

Do you have experience writing policy briefs or white papers?

Select...

Have you ever read and synthesized any of the following: state or federal legislation or regulations, white papers, or federal funding opportunities?

Select...

Do you have experience in government relations, including the appropriations process?

Select...

When can you report to work?

Desired Salary (please use a numerical value)

Please provide the following information for your 3 most recent employers.

Employer, Supervisor Name, Supervisor Email, Supervisor Phone Number, Reason for Leaving

Are you able to successfully perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations?

Select...

LinkedIn Profile

Are you a previous ZERO TO THREE employee?

Select...

If so, please indicate dates and departments

How were your referred to ZTT?

Select...

Please indicate the employment type desired.

Select...

Certification: I understand that completing this application is not an offer or guarantee of my employment. I further understand that any employment I might be offered by ZERO TO THREE ("ZTT") is at-will and that either I or ZTT can terminate that employment at any time with or without notice for any or no reason, and that no agreement to the contrary will be recognized by ZTT unless made in writing and signed by its Executive Director. I certify that all statements contained within this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and I understand that knowingly misrepresenting or omitting facts called for herein will be sufficient cause of cancellation of consideration of employment or dismissal from ZTT's service if I have been employed. I authorize ZTT to investigate all information contained in this application, and I authorize all persons, institutions, organizations, and companies to furnish all pertinent information known to them about me. I further authorize ZTT to conduct a criminal background check, child protective services check, education verification, drug screen and any other requirements imposed by specific contracts or government agencies. If I am offered employment by ZTT, I understand that I will be required to complete an orientation and adjustment period of employment. I further understand that if I work in a particular State or on a specific contract, I may be required to sign an Employee Assurance of Confidentiality, an Authorization for Release of Information, a Warning Notice Regarding Data Confidentiality, and other Statements and that any and all information obtained about me may be released to such clients. I further agree and understand that if I am offered employment by ZTT, upon separation of employment, I will return to ZTT all property issued to me or will allow the value of the same to be deducted from my wages, as permitted by law.

Select...

Voluntary Self-Identification

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file.

As set forth in ZERO TO THREE’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

Gender

Select...

Are you Hispanic/Latino?

Select...

Race & Ethnicity Definitions

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection. As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categories is as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.

An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.

Veteran Status

Select...

Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability

Form CC-305

Page 1 of 1

OMB Control Number 1250-0005

Expires 04/30/2026

Why are you being asked to complete this form?

We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities. The law says we must measure our progress towards this goal. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had one. People can become disabled, so we need to ask this question at least every five years.

Completing this form is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer is confidential. No one who makes hiring decisions will see it. Your decision to complete the form and your answer will not harm you in any way. If you want to learn more about the law or this form, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp.

How do you know if you have a disability?

A disability is a condition that substantially limits one or more of your “major life activities.” If you have or have ever had such a condition, you are a person with a disability. Disabilities include, but are not limited to:

Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally)
Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS
Blind or low vision
Cancer (past or present)
Cardiovascular or heart disease
Celiac disease
Cerebral palsy
Deaf or serious difficulty hearing
Diabetes
Disfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders
Epilepsy or other seizure disorder
Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome
Intellectual or developmental disability
Mental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD
Missing limbs or partially missing limbs
Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports
Nervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS)
Neurodivergence, for example, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities
Partial or complete paralysis (any cause)
Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema
Short stature (dwarfism)
Traumatic brain injury

Disability Status

Select...

PUBLIC BURDEN STATEMENT: According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless such collection displays a valid OMB control number. This survey should take about 5 minutes to complete.

Sr. Policy Analyst

ABOUT ZERO TO THREE

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

SUMMARY

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL QUALITIES

EDUCATION

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORKING CONDITIONS

Apply for this job

Voluntary Self-Identification

Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability