Job Description
Join Tennessee's premier state agency in an urgent hiring initiative for a Senior Policy Analyst. This high-impact role shapes state legislation and public policy affecting millions of residents. Work directly with government officials in Nashville's historic downtown district while advancing initiatives that bridge Tennessee-Texas collaborative programs.
Why Join Us? Be part of a team driving policy innovation in healthcare, education, and economic development. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the satisfaction of serving your community.
Responsibilities
- Research, analyze, and draft state legislation with cross-state impact
- Collaborate with Texas state agencies on interstate policy initiatives
- Develop evidence-based policy recommendations for legislative committees
- Present complex policy findings to executive leadership and stakeholders
- Manage policy implementation projects across multiple state departments
- Monitor federal regulatory changes affecting Tennessee-Texas alignment
- Mentor junior policy analysts through training programs
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, or related field
- 5+ years policy analysis experience in state/federal government
- Expertise in healthcare or economic development policy
- Proficiency with policy modeling software (e.g., Stata, R)
- Active Tennessee state security clearance
- Experience with interstate compacts and cross-border initiatives
- Exceptional written/verbal communication skills
- Professional certification in public policy (e.g., CPPA) preferred