Job Description
Join the State of Texas as a Senior Policy Analyst and drive impactful change in public service. We offer competitive benefits, retirement plans, and a collaborative environment where your expertise directly shapes state policies. This full-time role provides opportunities for professional growth while serving the diverse communities of Austin and beyond. Apply today to contribute to meaningful governance initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Analyze complex policy data and draft actionable recommendations for state legislation
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams to implement public health initiatives
- Conduct stakeholder interviews and public forums to gather community input
- Prepare detailed budgetary impact assessments for proposed policies
- Monitor federal regulations and assess implications for Texas operations
- Present findings to legislative committees and executive leadership
- Manage policy implementation timelines and compliance metrics
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, or related field
- 5+ years of policy analysis experience in government or non-profit sector
- Advanced proficiency in statistical analysis software (R, Python, SAS)
- Demonstrated success in drafting legislation and regulatory documents
- Strong understanding of Texas state government operations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
- Texas driver's license required