Job Description
Join Tennessee's dynamic state government team in Memphis and shape public policy with immediate impact! We're urgently seeking a Senior Policy Analyst to drive critical initiatives affecting millions of Tennesseans. This high-visibility role offers unparalleled opportunity to influence state-level decisions while enjoying competitive benefits and career growth.
Work in our modern downtown Memphis offices with flexible scheduling, robust professional development programs, and a mission-driven culture. Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced environments and possess exceptional analytical skills.
Responsibilities
- Analyze complex state legislation and regulations to develop actionable policy recommendations
- Conduct quantitative/qualitative research using advanced data analytics tools
- Prepare comprehensive policy briefs for executive leadership and legislative committees
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams to implement statewide initiatives
- Present findings to stakeholders through compelling visual reports and presentations
- Monitor policy outcomes and recommend adaptive strategies
- Mentor junior analysts on research methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, or related field
- 5+ years of policy analysis experience in government or public sector
- Proficiency in statistical software (SPSS, R, or Python) and GIS mapping
- Demonstrated success in translating complex data into actionable insights
- Expert knowledge of Tennessee state government operations
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects under tight deadlines
- Active Tennessee security clearance (or ability to obtain immediately)