Job Description
Join New York State's urgent hiring initiative as a Senior Policy Analyst at the Department of Labor. This high-impact role drives critical policy reforms affecting millions of New Yorkers. You'll shape legislation, analyze economic trends, and implement workforce development strategies in a dynamic state government environment. Immediate start available for qualified candidates committed to public service excellence.
Responsibilities
- Develop and evaluate state-level labor policies using quantitative analysis
- Collaborate with legislative offices to draft responsive policy proposals
- Lead stakeholder engagement with unions, industry groups, and community organizations
- Monitor federal regulatory changes and recommend state-level adaptations
- Present policy recommendations to senior leadership and legislative committees
- Manage complex projects with cross-agency implementation teams
- Prepare comprehensive reports for the Governor's office and state legislature
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Economics, or related field
- 5+ years of policy analysis experience in government or non-profit sector
- Expertise in labor market data analysis and economic forecasting
- Proven success in developing evidence-based policy recommendations
- Advanced proficiency with statistical software (R, Python, Stata)
- Experience with New York State government operations preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences