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Policy Advisor (ADMINISTRATOR V)

Governor's Office for Children · Anne Arundel · Maryland

Role
Policy analyst
First seen
Nov 6, 2026
Closes
Nov 19, 2026
Salary
$87,253-$104,281/ year
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Summary

The Policy Advisor supports the Governor's Office for Children in developing and implementing policy to reduce child poverty and increase economic mobility across Maryland. The role involves research and drafting of policy proposals, staffing the Children's Cabinet, coordinating interagency initiatives, and advising senior leadership on issues affecting at-risk youth and racial wealth equity. This is a hybrid position based in Annapolis with travel to Baltimore and other state locations as needed.

Key qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in public policy, preferably in government or political setting (or master's degree in public policy may substitute for up to 3 years)
  • Demonstrated experience leading cross-agency initiatives with strategic responsibility for delivery and results
  • Deep subject-matter expertise in at least one relevant policy area with track record of shaping systems-level strategy
  • Proven ability to represent an organization in high-stakes settings with executive leadership and Cabinet officials
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail

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