Job Description
Join California's premier public policy team shaping statewide initiatives that impact millions of residents. We seek a strategic thinker with exceptional analytical skills to develop evidence-based solutions for critical challenges in healthcare, education, and infrastructure. This is your opportunity to drive meaningful change while enjoying comprehensive benefits, work-life balance, and career advancement within California's renowned civil service system.
Responsibilities
- Analyze complex policy data and draft actionable recommendations for state legislators
- Coordinate interdepartmental task forces to implement cross-agency initiatives
- Prepare legislative briefings and testimony for public hearings
- Monitor federal regulatory changes and assess California compliance requirements
- Develop performance metrics for program evaluation and continuous improvement
- Lead stakeholder engagement sessions with community organizations and industry partners
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Economics, or related field
- 5+ years of government or nonprofit policy experience
- Advanced proficiency in statistical analysis tools (SPSS, R, or SAS)
- California state government clearance eligibility
- Proven track record of translating research into actionable policy
- Strong knowledge of California's legislative process
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills