Water Policy Analyst

Job Description

Water Policy Analyst | Cadmus

The Tone:
This is an early career hybrid position at Cadmus, located in Arlington, VA or Waltham, MA. Cadmus provides advisory and implementation services, leveraging digital solutions and unparalleled expertise to help clients achieve goals and drive lasting, impactful change. This role supports critical projects for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and other government clients, tackling significant challenges like lead in drinking water and emerging contaminants to protect public health. It is an exceptional opportunity to make a real difference for communities nationwide while building expertise in water policy and sustainability.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, Arlington, VA; Waltham, MA
• Pay: $60000 yearly
• Team: Water Team
• Mission: This person will conduct research, analyze data, and develop practical solutions to protect public health by addressing significant water challenges for government clients.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office

What You’ll Actually Do
• Research & Analysis: Perform literature reviews, synthesize findings, and analyze data to inform water policy decisions, and regulatory development and implementation.
• Writing & Communication: Draft and edit reports, guidance documents, case studies, and outreach materials tailored to diverse audiences, including underserved communities.
• Project Support: Assist project managers with planning and quality assurance across multiple initiatives.
• Training & Outreach: Develop engaging materials for webinars, in-person sessions, and online training programs; create communication tools for states, tribes, and water systems.
• Collaboration: Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions that meet client needs and advance public health goals.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s Degree. Early Career. Core domain knowledge in public health, sciences, social sciences, environmental science and policy, or a related field.
• Experience: 0-2 years of professional experience.
• Skills: Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities; excellent written and verbal communication; proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Bonus: Coursework in EPA regulatory programs, water science, or policy preferred. Highly motivated, detail-oriented, comfortable working independently and collaboratively; able to translate technical concepts for varied audiences.