Job Description
Join Nebraska's dynamic state government team as a Senior Policy Analyst in Omaha! This critical role shapes public policy through data-driven research, stakeholder collaboration, and strategic recommendations. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to impact Nebraskans' lives directly. Immediate start available!
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive policy research and impact analysis for state initiatives
- Develop evidence-based recommendations for legislative and regulatory frameworks
- Collaborate with agency directors and community stakeholders
- Prepare detailed policy briefs and legislative testimony
- Analyze budgetary implications of proposed policies
- Monitor federal compliance requirements and state legislation
- Lead cross-functional project teams for policy implementation
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- 5+ years of policy analysis experience in government or public sector
- Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools (SPSS, R, or SAS)
- Demonstrated success in stakeholder engagement and coalition building
- Deep knowledge of Nebraska state government operations
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Valid Nebraska driver's license