Job Description
Join California's elite policy team in San Francisco as a Senior Policy Analyst. Shape state initiatives impacting millions while enjoying competitive benefits, work-life balance, and career growth opportunities in a mission-driven environment.
We're seeking visionary professionals to analyze complex social issues, develop evidence-based solutions, and collaborate with cross-agency partners to implement transformative policies. This role offers unparalleled exposure to high-impact projects in housing, healthcare, or environmental sustainability.
Responsibilities
- Lead research and data analysis for state policy initiatives using advanced statistical methods
- Develop comprehensive policy recommendations through stakeholder engagement and public hearings
- Draft legislative proposals, regulatory frameworks, and implementation roadmaps
- Monitor policy outcomes and prepare impact assessments for executive leadership
- Coordinate interdepartmental projects with 10+ state agencies
- Present findings to legislative committees and community forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Economics, Urban Planning, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive policy analysis experience in government or nonprofit sectors
- Expertise in quantitative analysis tools (SPSS, R, or Python)
- Demonstrated success in developing evidence-based policy recommendations
- Valid California driver's license
- Proficiency in policy writing and legislative processes
- Experience with public budgeting and grant management