Job Description
Join Oklahoma's premier public service team as a Government Policy Analyst and enjoy exceptional benefits including comprehensive health coverage, generous retirement plans, paid parental leave, and tuition assistance. We're seeking passionate professionals to shape policies that impact communities across the state. This full-time role offers stability, purpose-driven work, and opportunities for career advancement within a supportive environment.
As part of our public administration division, you'll analyze legislative trends, evaluate program effectiveness, and develop data-driven recommendations. Enjoy a 37.5-hour work week with flexible scheduling options, 13 paid holidays annually, and access to state-of-the-art wellness facilities. Your work will directly influence Oklahoma's future while receiving unparalleled job security and benefits.
Responsibilities
- Analyze state legislation, federal regulations, and policy impacts on Oklahoma communities
- Prepare comprehensive policy briefs and recommendation reports for legislative committees
- Coordinate cross-departmental initiatives to align public programs with strategic goals
- Conduct quantitative research using statistical software and public datasets
- Present findings to stakeholders including elected officials and agency directors
- Monitor emerging policy trends and best practices nationwide
- Develop implementation plans for new legislation and regulatory changes
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Economics, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of policy analysis or government affairs experience
- Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools (SPSS, R, or SAS)
- Demonstrated knowledge of Oklahoma's legislative process
- Superior written communication skills with portfolio of policy documents
- Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance
- Experience with stakeholder engagement and public consultation processes