Work-From-Home Job Spotlight: Policy Reviewer

Each Thursday, I’m highlighting a work-from-home job or business.


Job Description: A policy reviewer works with state or federal agencies in providing research and solutions related to that department or agency’s policies.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field a necessity, with a master’s degree a plus.

Skills: The ability to see all sides of the big picture in looking at various policies; the ability to work with different people on writing and implementing policies.

Job outlook: Anecdotal evidence seems to indicate freelance or contract work for policy reviewers might be on the rise slightly, given that some states are experiencing a surplus in funds. However, it’s trickier to say whether federal departments and agencies will be hiring contract policy reviewers.

Possible employers: Various state and federal agencies, as well as companies that contract with those departments.

Preparation: Brush up on your skills in your particular area of expertise by taking extended learning courses or attending seminars or conferences in your field.

Get your foot in the door: Contact former employers to see about freelance or contract work in your field. Attend conferences or seminars for networking opportunities.

Testimony: “So much of the work that I did was interacting with different sub-agencies within the department that were in completely different buildings, so even if I was in the office, I would not necessarily have face-to-face meetings with my colleagues,” says Christy of Fairfax, Va., who segued her government agency job into a work-from-home situation. “I have total flexibility to make my at-home job work best for the family and not the office.”

Until next time,

Sarah