[Hiring] Policy Associate @Minnesota Housing Partnership

Role Description

MHP seeks a temporary full-time Policy Associate to support our policy team’s activities, including for the 2027 Legislative Session, with position ending on June 30, 2027.

The Policy Associate will support MHP’s federal and state policy work by:

• Conducting policy research
• Drafting advocacy materials
• Building relationships with community partners and lawmakers to influence social change

The Policy Associate will support MHP’s state legislative work, policy development and advocacy, and management of campaigns and events.

This position reports to the Deputy Executive Director and works closely with the Policy Manager. The Policy Associate is expected to be based in the Twin Cities metro area, able to meet in person with lawmakers and attend hearings at the State Capitol on a regular basis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, English, or related field
• 1–3 years of professional or internship experience in public policy, advocacy, or non-profit operations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear messaging
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Familiarity with the legislative process (preferred)
• Experience working with campaigns, communications, or community organizing (preferred)
• Graduate degree or course work in public policy, public affairs, or a related field (preferred)

Requirements

• Track state legislation and regulatory actions related to MHP's legislative agenda and policy goals
• Monitor and track bill introductions, attend hearings, schedule meetings with lawmakers, and help prepare written and verbal testimony for hearings
• Gather data, review literature, and analyze policy impacts
• Draft policy briefs, fact sheets, memos, and reports
• Write blog entries, newsletter updates, and campaign communications to help inform stakeholders and the public
• Coordinate meetings and communications with coalition partners, community stakeholders, and public officials
• Help plan and host virtual or in-person advisory and public education events
• Manage project timelines, draft and share communications, meeting and event reminders, assist with list management
• Support the Deputy Executive Director and the Policy Manager with other tasks assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package provided, including health, dental, and vision
• Salary Range: $55,000-65,000; eligible for comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, vacation

Company Description

MHP drives innovative housing solutions through original research, strengthens community development efforts with rural communities and Native Nations across the U.S., and advocates for policies to ensure everyone has a place to call home. MHP is focused on expanding housing and community development opportunities for those most impacted by economic and racial disparities.

MHP is a leading force for affordable housing policy, providing bipartisan credibility and driving collaborative work with housing partners across Minnesota—from rural areas to the Twin Cities metro.

MHP has led successful advocacy efforts to expand funding in Minnesota for affordable homes, year after year.

• In 2026, secured $40 million for emergency housing assistance
• Established a new State Housing Tax Credit funded at over $9 million annually
• Increased funds for emergency rental assistance
• Secured hundreds of millions in bonds for housing

Signature ongoing campaigns MHP helps to lead include establishing statewide zoning reforms and fighting for dedicated revenue for affordable homes through a constitutional amendment.