Job Description
Join the City of Austin's innovative Public Policy Office as a Senior Policy Analyst. Shape impactful policies that transform our dynamic community while working with top-tier professionals in a collaborative environment. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to drive meaningful change in Texas' capital city.
We offer competitive benefits, professional development stipends, and a commitment to work-life balance. Our hybrid work model supports flexibility while maintaining on-site collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Research, analyze, and recommend evidence-based policies for city council priorities
- Lead cross-departmental initiatives addressing housing affordability, transportation, and sustainability
- Develop comprehensive policy briefs and fiscal impact analyses
- Manage stakeholder engagement with community groups, nonprofits, and industry partners
- Monitor federal/state legislative changes affecting Austin's governance
- Present findings to elected officials and executive leadership
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Urban Planning, Economics, or related field
- 5+ years of policy analysis experience in government or public sector
- Expertise in quantitative/qualitative research methodologies
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Austin-area residency preferred
- Valid Texas driver's license
- Experience with municipal budget processes