Job Description
Join Colorado's dynamic public sector team as a Part-Time Policy Analyst. This hybrid role (3 days/week in Denver office) offers the opportunity to shape state initiatives while maintaining work-life balance. You'll work alongside experienced professionals to analyze legislative impacts and develop evidence-based recommendations for Colorado communities.
Why This Role? Flexible scheduling, comprehensive benefits package, and direct involvement in policy affecting 5.8 million Coloradans. Perfect for graduate students, career changers, or professionals seeking meaningful part-time engagement.
Responsibilities
- Analyze state legislation and regulatory impacts for assigned policy domains
- Research best practices and comparative policies from other states
- Prepare concise policy briefs and stakeholder summaries
- Collaborate with agency directors on implementation strategies
- Track legislative progress and maintain digital policy databases
- Present findings at public hearings and interagency meetings
- Support community outreach initiatives for policy feedback
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, or related field
- 2+ years policy analysis or government relations experience
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite and data visualization tools
- Strong written communication with sample policy briefs required
- Knowledge of Colorado legislative processes preferred
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Valid Colorado driver's license for occasional travel
- Security clearance eligibility required