Analyst – Program Regulatory

Circular Action Alliance

. Support topic-level analysis, guidance development, issue tracking, and cross-state coordination for priority program topics across multiple jurisdictions .

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in regulatory analysis and policy implementation, with strong capabilities in synthesizing complex information and developing clear guidance materials. Proficient in managing tracking tools and collaborating across multiple teams to ensure effective communication and documentation.

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Regulatory AnalysisPolicy AnalysisProgram ImplementationWritten CommunicationData Management

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Hard Skills

Regulatory AnalysisPolicy AnalysisProgram ImplementationData ManagementGuidance DevelopmentIssue TrackingDocumentationResearch SkillsAnalytical SkillsBusiness Requirements

Soft Skills

Collaboration SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailVerbal CommunicationSynthesis of Information

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteTracking ToolsCollaboration ToolsKnowledge RepositoriesDecision-Support Tools

Industry Keywords

SustainabilityEnvironmental ScienceProducer ServicesEPRRegulated Program Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support topic-level analysis, guidance development, issue tracking, and cross-state coordination for priority program topics across multiple jurisdictions
Translate statutory, regulatory, program plan, technical, and operational requirements into clear guidance, tools, processes, and documentation
Synthesize complex information for internal teams, producers, and other interest holders
Analyze and synthesize statutory, regulatory, and program plan requirements across applicable jurisdictions
Develop and maintain harmonized nomenclature, business rules, decision-making approaches, and implementation guidance
Identify similarities, differences, open questions, and alignment opportunities across state implementation approaches
Monitor state program plan updates and rulemaking activities and document potential implications
Draft and maintain guidance materials, training resources, decision-support tools, standard operating procedures, and reference materials
Document interpretations, program decisions, implementation considerations, and decision-making rationales
Maintain tracking tools and knowledge repositories for assigned topics, questions, decisions, and follow-up actions
Track and support resolution of producer inquiries, guidance topics, open questions, decisions, and follow-up actions
Support documentation of business requirements, data structures, and validation approaches
Identify data gaps, definitional issues, and implementation risks
Collaborate with Compliance & Regulatory Affairs, Producer Services, Legal, State Program Teams, Data and Analytics, and subject matter experts
Prepare summaries, issue briefs, and decision-support materials with recommended next steps
Review new regulations, research studies, stakeholder materials, and draft internal CAA documents
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required, ideally in public policy, sustainability, environmental science, materials science, business, communications, or a related discipline
At least 4+ years of experience in regulatory analysis, policy analysis, program implementation, producer services, sustainability, EPR, or a related field
Strong analytical, written communication, verbal communication, and collaboration skills
Ability to interpret complex regulatory, technical, and operational information and translate it into clear, practical guidance and implementation resources
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage tracking tools, open questions, and documentation across multiple workstreams
Ability to synthesize input from multiple teams, resolve ambiguity through structured analysis, and document clear conclusions or recommended next steps
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Familiarity with data management, tracking, or collaboration tools
Experience in regulated program environments
Experience drafting guidance, briefing materials, issue summaries, or other technical or producer-facing communications
Strong research and analytical skills
Experience supporting cross-functional review processes and managing multiple deadlines or workstreams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential for in-person meetings
Equal employment opportunity employer
Accommodation available as part of the application process