Job Description
Join the State of California in an urgent opportunity to drive impactful policy change from our Oakland headquarters. We seek a dynamic Senior Policy Analyst to address critical community challenges in real-time. This high-stakes role requires immediate deployment to shape legislation affecting millions of Californians. Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible scheduling, and the chance to pioneer solutions in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. Apply now—this position closes in 48 hours.
As a key member of our Policy Innovation Division, you'll work directly with state legislators, community leaders, and subject matter experts. The ideal candidate thrives under pressure and possesses exceptional analytical skills. We offer comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. Don't miss this chance to accelerate your career while serving the public good.
Responsibilities
- Develop and analyze complex policy proposals with immediate implementation deadlines
- Conduct rapid research on emerging public health and infrastructure challenges
- Collaborate with cross-agency task forces to draft emergency response protocols
- Present findings to legislative committees using data-driven visualizations
- Monitor policy implementation outcomes and recommend adaptive strategies
- Leverage stakeholder feedback to refine policy frameworks
- Coordinate with local Oakland government entities for seamless execution
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Urban Planning, or related field (Bachelor's with 8+ years experience considered)
- 5+ years in government policy analysis with proven crisis management experience
- Expertise in quantitative data analysis tools (R, Python, or SPSS)
- Demonstrated success in developing legislation with measurable community impact
- Proficient in drafting concise policy briefings for executive decision-makers
- Valid California driver's license with clean record (field travel required)
- Clearances for handling sensitive state information (will assist with acquisition)