Job Description
Join California's premier financial policy team in an urgent, high-impact role! The Department of Finance seeks a dynamic Senior Policy Analyst to shape statewide fiscal strategy during critical budget cycles. This is your chance to directly influence policies affecting millions of Californians while working alongside government's brightest minds.
Why This Role Matters: You'll analyze complex economic data, evaluate program effectiveness, and recommend solutions to the Governor's Office. With California facing unprecedented fiscal challenges, your expertise will be pivotal in ensuring efficient resource allocation and equitable policy implementation. This position offers unparalleled exposure to state governance at its highest level.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive fiscal impact analyses for proposed legislation and administrative regulations
- Collaborate with agency heads to evaluate program performance and cost-effectiveness
- Prepare concise policy briefs and recommendations for executive leadership
- Monitor economic indicators and demographic shifts to inform long-term planning
- Lead cross-functional task forces addressing emerging fiscal challenges
- Present findings to legislative committees and stakeholder groups
- Manage complex datasets using advanced analytical tools and methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Economics, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive policy analysis experience in government or public sector
- Expertise in quantitative analysis and economic modeling techniques
- Deep knowledge of California's budget process and administrative procedures
- Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable policy recommendations
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and statistical software
- Active California government security clearance or ability to obtain immediately