Job Description
Join our dynamic state government team in Austin as a Senior Policy Analyst! We're urgently seeking a dedicated professional to drive evidence-based decision-making and shape impactful legislation. This critical role offers competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to serve Texas communities directly. Apply now to become part of our mission-driven workforce.
Responsibilities
- Analyze complex policy data and draft legislative recommendations for state agencies
- Conduct thorough research on emerging public policy trends and best practices
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop actionable implementation plans
- Present findings to senior leadership and legislative committees
- Monitor policy outcomes and prepare impact assessment reports
- Coordinate with stakeholders across government and private sectors
- Lead special projects addressing urgent state priorities
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, or related field
- 5+ years of policy analysis experience in government or public sector
- Advanced proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
- Expertise in policy development, evaluation, and implementation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with stakeholder engagement and consensus-building
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- U.S. citizenship and Texas residency required