The Illinois Policy Institute is seeking a Director of Fiscal Policy with outstanding research and communication skills to lead our work on Chicago and Illinois budgets, taxes, pensions, and other fiscal issues. You’ll drive the narrative and strategy for crafting and promoting entrepreneurial, innovative, and impactful policy solutions for turning around the unsustainable situation facing Illinois and Chicago.
As a premier state-based, free-market think tank, IPI provides an ideal platform for you to excel in this role.
This position is based in Chicago.
Responsibilities
- Lead solutions-oriented research on Illinois state and local fiscal issues, including budgets, taxes, and pensions.
- Source and analyze data regarding fiscal challenges and opportunities.
- Write articles and reports for publication on Illinois Policy’s website and in the popular press.
- Collaborate with the research and communications teams to develop and execute research and content strategies that advance the organization’s policy and legislative goals, including media engagement.
- Assist with fact-checking fiscal policy content for accuracy and consistency.
- Draft policy fact sheets and handouts to support solutions-oriented advocacy.
- Work with research and government affairs teams to develop bill ideas, create supporting materials for legislative agendas, and advocate for bills through testimony or meetings with lawmakers.
- Appear in IPI videos, podcasts, and media interviews to discuss and explain fiscal issues.
Qualifications and Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, accounting, political science, or a related field, with coursework or experience in statistics, accounting, or social science research methods.
- A master’s degree or CPA is preferred.
- At least seven years of work experience in a government agency or organization dealing with state and local government budget and tax issues, or a combination of graduate studies and work experience relevant to budget and tax policy analysis.
- Proven ability to write clearly and effectively for diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated commitment to the free-market principles and mission of the Illinois Policy Institute.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, with knowledge of Excel functions commonly used for statistical analysis.
Compensation:
Range of $70,000 to $120,000 base salary, commensurate with experience. Eligible for a performance-based annual bonus on top of the base salary. The compensation package includes health (medical and dental plans with employer-paid share), 401(k), flexible spending benefits, and vacation and sick days.
Location:
The Director of Fiscal Policy will work in our Chicago office. The Illinois Policy Institute has a hybrid work policy under which employees can work from home up to three days each week.
To Apply:
Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials:
- Résumé
- Cover letter detailing:
- Your interest in this position
- Why the mission of the Illinois Policy Institute resonates with you
- Your salary requirements
- Writing sample