Job Description
Join our dynamic team at the Texas Department of State Health Services as a Senior Policy Analyst. Shape public health initiatives through evidence-based research and strategic policy development. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on Texas communities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and evaluate public health policies aligned with state and federal regulations
- Analyze complex data sets to inform policy recommendations
- Collaborate with stakeholders including legislators, agencies, and community partners
- Prepare comprehensive policy briefs and legislative testimony
- Monitor policy implementation and effectiveness
- Lead cross-functional project teams on health initiatives
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health, Public Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of policy analysis experience in government or healthcare
- Expertise in Texas legislative processes and health regulations
- Advanced quantitative and qualitative research skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (SPSS, SAS, R)
- Texas residency required