Job Description
Join the State of Ohio's premier public service team as a Senior Policy Analyst. This full-time opportunity offers the chance to shape impactful state policies while enjoying competitive benefits, retirement plans, and career stability. We're seeking a strategic thinker to analyze complex issues and drive evidence-based solutions for Ohio communities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and evaluate state policies across healthcare, education, and economic development sectors
- Conduct comprehensive research and data analysis to inform policy recommendations
- Collaborate with legislators, agencies, and stakeholders on policy implementation
- Prepare detailed legislative briefs and testimony for executive leadership
- Monitor federal policy changes and assess impact on Ohio operations
- Lead cross-functional project teams to achieve policy objectives
- Manage policy implementation timelines and deliverables
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of policy analysis experience in government or non-profit sector
- Advanced proficiency in statistical analysis tools (SPSS, R, or SAS)
- Expertise in Ohio state legislative processes and regulatory frameworks
- Superior written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders
- Ohio residency required at time of hire