Job Description
Join the Texas State Government team in Houston and make a tangible impact on public policy development. We're urgently seeking a dedicated Senior Policy Analyst to drive critical initiatives while enjoying exceptional benefits including comprehensive health coverage, generous retirement plans, and paid time off. This is a rare opportunity to serve the community while advancing your career in a supportive, mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and analyze complex public policies for state agencies
- Conduct research and prepare detailed policy recommendations
- Collaborate with stakeholders to implement government initiatives
- Monitor legislative changes and assess policy impacts
- Present findings to senior officials and legislative bodies
- Manage policy implementation projects from conception to completion
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, or related field
- 5+ years of policy analysis experience in government
- Expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, R)
- Experience with Texas legislative processes
- Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
- Valid Texas driver's license