Job Description
Join Washington State's premier economic development agency in an urgent, high-impact role! We seek a dynamic Senior Policy Analyst to drive critical initiatives shaping Seattle's economic future. This is your opportunity to directly influence state-level policy while working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
Why apply immediately? This position is critical to our Q4 policy rollout and requires immediate onboarding. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to make tangible impact on Washington's economy.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive policy briefs and economic impact analyses for Seattle metropolitan initiatives
- Collaborate with state legislators and municipal stakeholders on regulatory frameworks
- Lead cross-departmental task forces for sustainable urban development projects
- Analyze legislative trends and recommend evidence-based policy adjustments
- Present findings to legislative committees and executive leadership
- Manage grant programs supporting small business innovation in King County
- Oversee compliance with state transparency and public records requirements
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Economics, Urban Planning, or related field
- 5+ years of policy analysis experience in government or public sector
- Proven expertise in quantitative/qualitative research methodologies
- Deep understanding of Washington State legislative processes
- Advanced proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau/Power BI)
- Experience managing complex stakeholder engagement processes
- Strong writing skills with published policy documents
- Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance