Job Description
Join San Francisco's dynamic government team as a Senior Policy Analyst and shape the future of our city. We're urgently seeking visionary professionals to tackle complex challenges in housing, sustainability, and equity. This high-impact role offers unparalleled opportunities to influence local, state, and federal policy initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Our agency prioritizes diversity, innovation, and public service. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and the satisfaction of contributing to meaningful change. Apply today to become part of San Francisco's legacy of progressive governance.
Responsibilities
- Analyze federal/state/local legislation and regulatory impacts on San Francisco communities
- Develop data-driven policy recommendations for housing, climate action, and social equity initiatives
- Leverage stakeholder engagement to gather input from residents, nonprofits, and agencies
- Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for City Council and state/federal partners
- Monitor emerging trends in public policy and best practices across jurisdictions
- Coordinate interdepartmental projects to align with city strategic goals
- Manage grant compliance and funding opportunities for policy initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Urban Planning, Political Science, or related field
- 5+ years of government policy analysis experience (federal/state/local preferred)
- Expertise in quantitative/qualitative research methodologies and data analysis
- Proven ability to draft clear, actionable policy memos and legislation
- Strong understanding of California state and San Francisco municipal governance
- Excellent communication skills for diverse stakeholder audiences
- Proficiency in policy analysis tools (GIS, R, Python, or similar)
- Valid California driver's license (may be required for field visits)