Job Description
Join California's premier public service team as a Senior Policy Analyst in the vibrant city of San Francisco. Shape impactful state policies affecting millions while enjoying competitive benefits, professional development, and a mission-driven work environment. This pivotal role requires strategic thinkers passionate about governance innovation and community impact.
Responsibilities
- Research and analyze complex state policies with socioeconomic implications
- Develop evidence-based recommendations for legislative and regulatory changes
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on multi-year strategic initiatives
- Present findings to senior officials through concise executive briefings
- Monitor implementation outcomes and recommend adaptive policy adjustments
- Manage stakeholder engagement with community groups and industry partners
- Lead quantitative/qualitative research using advanced analytical methods
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Economics, Political Science, or related field
- 5+ years progressive policy analysis experience in government/nonprofit
- Expertise in California legislative processes and regulatory frameworks
- Advanced proficiency in statistical software (R, Python, or STATA)
- Demonstrated success in translating data into actionable policy recommendations
- Strong writing skills with published policy briefs or reports
- Ability to manage competing priorities with tight deadlines
- California residency required