Job Description
Join the City of Austin's prestigious government team in this urgent remote opportunity offering competitive benefits including a defined pension plan. We're seeking a highly motivated Policy Analyst to support critical municipal initiatives with immediate start availability. This fully remote role provides stability, career growth, and the chance to serve our vibrant community while maintaining work-life balance.
Why Apply Today?
- Immediate Hire: Start your career within days
- Pension Plan: Comprehensive retirement benefits
- 100% Remote: Work from anywhere in the US
- Stability: Government-backed employment security
Responsibilities
- Analyze legislative impacts and regulatory compliance for city policies
- Prepare detailed research reports on urban development initiatives
- Collaborate with cross-functional departments on strategic planning
- Present findings to city council members and stakeholders
- Monitor federal/state policy changes affecting Austin residents
- Develop implementation roadmaps for new municipal programs
- Maintain compliance with public records transparency laws
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- 3+ years of government or public sector experience
- Expertise in policy analysis and legislative research
- Proficient in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Strong written/verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of Texas state government operations
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
- U.S. citizenship required for government clearance