New York Policy Analyst

Location: Remote; however, candidates must be within an hour of Albany, NY

DEADLINE: February 28, 2026

Overview

The Land Trust Alliance is the voice of the land trust community. As the national leader in policy, standards and education, we work passionately to support land trusts across America so they can save more land and better serve their communities.

Our natural places and working lands are a lifeline to clean air, water, food and good health. These lands also bring us together, inspire us and provide opportunities to recreate and recharge. The land trust community is a crucial component in this equation. With important places under continual threat, land trusts need access to the best tools, information and policy advocates. Armed with a diverse network and valuable resources, the Alliance is the land trust community’s source for the knowledge and capabilities they need to reach their goals. From tax and funding policies on Capitol Hill to innovative ideas, partnerships and initiatives, we ensure our land trust members can always be heard and achieve more.

The Alliance is seeking to elevate land conservation as a priority nationwide. We envision a reenergized, more relevant conservation movement in which land trusts join with partners that have not traditionally identified as conservation organizations, including from the for-profit sector, around our shared interest in protecting special places.

Summary Description

The Alliance is looking for a New York Policy Analyst to help the Alliance and New York land trusts advance policy priorities and increase the impact of their relationships with elected officials. This is an exciting opportunity to further the Alliance’s New York conservation policy goals, at a critical time when these programs are under increased threat. In coordination with the NY Senior Program Manager and the Alliance Government Relations department, the Analyst will also identify and advocate for new grant programs and policies that advance voluntary private land conservation. Additionally, the Alliance works with partners to advance other issues that may affect New York land trusts. The Analyst will also help ensure that the Alliance’s federal priorities are well-understood and communicated to our New York members, advance national policy priorities through the New York congressional delegation, and coordinate New York land trust participation in the Alliance’s annual DC fly-in, Advocacy Days.

Specific Responsibilities

• Schedule and prepare for advocacy/lobbying meetings with Alliance staff, land trusts, the New York Advisory Council (NYAC), and elected officials.
• Conduct research and track existing and emerging policy issues that impact the conservation community.
• Attend meetings or hearings with public officials.
• Gather and share stories of land trust successes and communicate these through various media platforms with relevant stakeholders.
• Support policy-focused coalition meetings and events.
• Coordinate New York land trust participation in Advocacy Days, including recruiting participants and scheduling meetings.
• In coordination with the NY Program Manager, the NYAC, and the Alliance’s Government Relations Department assist with the development of annual policy priorities for New York.
• Mobilize and engage the New York land trust community to further New York policy priorities.
• Conduct research and report on relevant emerging policy trends.
• Prepare testimony, fact sheets, and talking points for use in advocating for relevant policy issues.
• Collaborate with State Agencies, Executive and Legislative branch staff, Alliance staff and other stakeholders to convene events such as grant program announcements, policy and project celebrations, etc.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following skills, experience and knowledge:

• Two – Five years of demonstrated experience with state and/or federal government affairs and conservation policy. Experience with New York State Legislative process a plus.
• Experience with persuasive storytelling to wide and diverse audiences across various media platforms. Ability to distill complex concepts into simple, inspiring, and informative stories.
• Familiarity with land conservation, including knowledge of land trusts, is highly desirable.
• Strong oral and written communications skills with ability to communicate effectively with land trusts, coalition partners and state officials.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, balance scheduling and ensuring follow-through is essential.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications and use of social media platforms are essential.
• Must be able to work constructively with others from a broad range of political perspectives.
• Occasional travel within New York State, to the Alliance Rally, and Advocacy Days in Washington, DC.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $65,000 – $75,000. Actual salary will be commensurate with the skills, years of experience, physical location, and unique background and qualifications of the candidate.

The Land Trust Alliance offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, vision and other health coverage; life and disability insurance; paid time off including vacation, sick and multiple holidays and 403(b) retirement benefits.

Application

Please submit your application for this position, attaching your resume and cover letter, on the following link: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/CF3ADEB4BF06BDCD626EF14936C1FEE5/jobs/195538. If the electronic application is not an option, applications will be accepted by mail to Human Resources, Land Trust Alliance, 1250 H St, NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20005.

The Land Trust Alliance’s mission is to save the places people need and love by strengthening land conservation across America. The Land Trust Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.