Job Description
Join our urgent hiring initiative to shape economic policy for Washington State! The Department of Commerce seeks a dynamic Senior Policy Analyst to drive strategic initiatives in Seattle's thriving tech and innovation sectors. This high-impact role requires immediate placement to support critical recovery programs. Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and direct influence on statewide policy development.
Responsibilities
- Analyze legislative impacts on regional economic development initiatives
- Develop data-driven policy recommendations for technology sector growth
- Coordinate inter-agency partnerships for infrastructure funding projects
- Lead stakeholder engagement with Seattle's business community
- Prepare comprehensive reports for legislative briefings
- Manage grant programs supporting underserved communities
- Monitor federal compliance requirements for state-funded projects
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Economics, or related field
- 5+ years of policy analysis experience in government or non-profit
- Advanced proficiency in statistical analysis software (R/Stata)
- Proven track record of managing complex stakeholder coalitions
- Deep understanding of Washington State's economic landscape
- Experience with federal grant administration and compliance
- Strong written and verbal communication skills