Job Description
Join Florida's premier public service team as a Senior Public Policy Analyst. Shape the future of state governance through evidence-based policy development and strategic program evaluation. This full-time role offers unparalleled opportunities to impact Floridians while enjoying competitive benefits and career advancement in the Sunshine State's dynamic government sector.
Responsibilities
- Research and analyze complex state policies to recommend legislative improvements
- Develop comprehensive program evaluations using quantitative and qualitative methodologies
- Collaborate with agency stakeholders to implement strategic initiatives
- Prepare detailed policy briefings and legislative testimony for executive leadership
- Manage cross-functional projects with $5M+ budgets and diverse stakeholder groups
- Monitor federal regulatory changes affecting state operations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- 5+ years of policy analysis experience in government or public sector
- Advanced proficiency in statistical analysis software (SPSS, R, or SAS)
- Valid Florida driver's license with clean record
- Expertise in Florida Sunshine Law and public records compliance
- Superior written and verbal communication skills
- Professional certification (e.g., CPAP) preferred