Job Description
Join North Carolina's premier public service team as a Senior Policy Analyst. Shape impactful state policies while collaborating with cross-agency teams to address critical challenges in healthcare, education, and economic development. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to influence legislation and drive meaningful change for North Carolina's 10 million residents.
Responsibilities
- Analyze complex legislative proposals and regulatory impacts for state agencies
- Develop evidence-based policy recommendations aligned with state strategic goals
- Lead stakeholder engagement with legislators, local governments, and community partners
- Conduct quantitative/qualitative research using statistical analysis tools
- Prepare comprehensive policy briefs and executive summaries for decision-makers
- Monitor federal policy changes affecting North Carolina's implementation strategies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, or related field
- 5+ years of policy analysis experience in government or nonprofit sector
- Advanced proficiency in statistical software (SPSS, R, or Stata)
- Demonstrated success in drafting legislation or regulatory frameworks
- Deep knowledge of North Carolina state government operations
- Professional certification in Public Policy (CPPP or equivalent) preferred