Public Finance Analyst

Arnold Ventures is a philanthropy whose core objective is to maximize opportunity and minimize injustice. We are dedicated to tackling some of the most pressing problems in the United States. We invest in sustainable change, building it from the ground up based on research, deep thinking, and a strong foundation of evidence. We drive public conversation, craft policy, and inspire action through education and advocacy.

Position Overview

Arnold Ventures’ Public Finance team seeks to advance tax and budget policies that will promote fiscal stability for governments – with a focus on the Federal government – and economic opportunity, mobility, and security for all. Our investments seek to fund and support critical research, on-the-ground policy efforts, and technical assistance.

We are seeking a Public Finance Analyst to provide analytical and operational support to the Public Finance team. This individual will work closely with team members on substantive, policy-oriented projects and gain experience in supporting the development and management of high-impact philanthropic projects on public finance issues. This position will based in our Washington, DC office and report to the Director of Public Finance.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide analytical and operational support for the team’s funding initiatives, including active collaboration with team members on grants management and team process management
• Conduct research/analysis of public finance programs and policies, and help develop projects and policy recommendations based on such analysis
• Support tracking, analyzing, and summarizing policy developments, external events, and research and policy papers related to the team’s focus areas
• Compose, fact-check, and/or edit presentation slides, policy papers, website content, and other written materials
• Actively contribute to team meetings regarding projects, including suggesting ideas and brainstorming
• Coordinate and actively contribute to meetings on evidence-based reform with partners and stakeholders, including researchers, policymakers, and others

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 1-2 years of experience in a related field preferred, including part-time work or internships; positions involving policy reform and/or research
• Exceptional listening and communication skills, including the ability to absorb, analyze, and convey complex ideas in a clear and concise manner verbally and in writing
• Experience managing and completing complex projects with careful attention to detail
• Demonstrated skill in analysis, critical thinking, and problem solving
• Strong command of modern technology (MS Office, Google Workspace, Calendly, Zoom, etc.)

The salary range for this position will be $75,000-$90,000.

Benefits Overview

Arnold Ventures is committed to providing a robust and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our current benefits package includes 100% paid employee premiums for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance; 20 days of paid time off, 16 paid holidays (including a winter break from December 24 to January 1), and a 9/80 schedule from Memorial Day to Labor Day; paid parental leave; a 401k retirement savings plan with an employer match, profit-share contribution, and immediate vesting; pre-tax transit benefits; a professional development stipend; a charitable giving stipend; and an employee assistance program.

Our Culture and Core Values

Our culture seeks to inspire and empower our people to innovate and develop bold ideas that will help Arnold Ventures achieve lasting impact. Our culture, and the core values that support it, should create an environment that spurs our team to think outside the box, feel comfortable pushing the boundaries of what is possible, and signal confidence in our team’s ability to make change happen through our philanthropic efforts. Although not an exhaustive list, below you’ll find examples of Arnold Ventures’ work culture.

• We are adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity
• We are intellectually curious, open-minded, objective, humble, collegial, and receptive to feedback
• We are action-oriented with strong self-direction and self-motivation skills with the ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects
• We are able to interact confidently and collaboratively with team members and navigate relationships with external experts, government leaders, advocates, and individuals

Arnold Ventures’ values reflect who we are as an organization, help us accelerate our strategic goals, strengthen our resolve, anchor us to our mission, and guide our decision-making. The successful candidate will also demonstrate the following core values that inspire the Arnold Ventures team to make a difference.

• Respect for Ourselves & Others
• Audacious Action
• Collaborative Engagement
• Depth of Thought
• Clear Communication

Arnold Ventures is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military/veteran status, or any basis prohibited by applicable law.

Acknowledging the importance of diverse perspectives, Arnold Ventures is committed to employing individuals from a variety of backgrounds and with a variety of experiences. Members of historically marginalized communities and candidates who have been impacted by the systems we are seeking to change are strongly encouraged to apply.