Job Description
Join Colorado's innovative state government team as a Senior Policy Analyst in Denver. Shape public policy initiatives that directly impact Coloradans' lives while working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and career advancement opportunities within one of America's most dynamic state agencies.
Responsibilities
- Research and analyze complex policy issues affecting state residents
- Develop evidence-based policy recommendations for legislative consideration
- Collaborate with cross-functional departments to implement strategic initiatives
- Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for executive leadership
- Monitor emerging trends and regulatory changes affecting state programs
- Lead stakeholder engagement sessions with community partners
- Manage policy development projects from conception to implementation
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, or related field
- 5+ years of policy analysis experience in government or public sector
- Expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
- Proficiency with data analysis tools (Excel, SPSS, R)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with Colorado state legislative processes
- Valid Colorado driver's license
- Ability to obtain security clearance