Job Description
Join California's premier public policy team as a Senior Policy Analyst. Shape legislation, conduct critical research, and drive impactful change for the nation's largest state. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to influence policy decisions affecting millions of Californians while working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Analyze complex policy issues and draft actionable recommendations for state legislators
- Conduct quantitative/qualitative research using data visualization tools
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams to develop evidence-based solutions
- Present findings to high-level stakeholders via executive briefings
- Monitor implementation of new policies and evaluate outcomes
- Manage grant programs and compliance reporting
- Mentor junior analysts on policy research methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, or related field
- 5+ years of policy analysis experience in government sector
- Advanced proficiency in statistical software (R, Python, SAS)
- Demonstrated success in drafting legislative proposals
- Clearances for handling sensitive government data
- Experience with California state budget processes
- Strong stakeholder management and presentation skills