Job Description
Join Tennessee's premier economic development agency in Memphis as a Senior Policy Analyst. Shape impactful state initiatives driving business growth and community revitalization across the Mid-South region. This pivotal role requires strategic thinking and cross-sector collaboration to advance Tennessee's economic prosperity.
Responsibilities
- Analyze policy impacts on regional economic development initiatives
- Develop data-driven recommendations for state grant programs
- Coordinate interagency partnerships for community revitalization projects
- Prepare comprehensive policy briefs for legislative stakeholders
- Manage federal compliance reporting for economic development funds
- Lead public engagement sessions with Memphis business community
- Monitor industry trends and emerging workforce development needs
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Economics, or Urban Planning
- 5+ years of policy analysis experience in government sector
- Advanced proficiency in statistical analysis software (R, SAS, SPSS)
- Demonstrated experience with federal grant administration
- Strong stakeholder management and public speaking skills
- Knowledge of Tennessee economic development programs
- Valid Tennessee driver's license