Job Description
Join the Texas State Government and make a tangible impact on public policy development in Austin's thriving capital city. We seek a dedicated Senior Policy Analyst to drive evidence-based solutions that shape our state's future. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment where your expertise directly influences community outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Research and analyze complex policy issues across education, healthcare, and economic development
- Develop actionable policy recommendations for state legislators and agency leadership
- Prepare comprehensive reports and data visualizations for public presentations
- Coordinate inter-agency task forces to implement state-wide initiatives
- Monitor legislative proceedings and assess policy impacts on Texas communities
- Manage stakeholder engagement with public officials and community leaders
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive policy analysis experience in government or non-profit
- Expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (SPSS, R, or Tableau)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Texas driver's license with clean record
- Experience with Texas legislative processes preferred