Job Description
Join California's premier state agency as a Senior Public Policy Analyst and shape impactful legislation affecting millions of Californians. This pivotal role combines rigorous research with strategic policy development to address pressing statewide challenges. Work alongside top-tier professionals in a collaborative environment dedicated to public service excellence.
Responsibilities
- Analyze complex socioeconomic data and legislative trends to inform evidence-based policy recommendations
- Develop comprehensive policy briefs and implementation strategies for state agencies
- Coordinate cross-departmental stakeholder engagement and public consultation processes
- Monitor federal compliance requirements and regulatory impacts on state programs
- Prepare detailed fiscal impact analyses and budget justification documents
- Present findings to legislative committees and senior executive leadership
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Economics, Political Science, or related field
- Minimum 5 years progressive policy analysis experience in government or nonprofit sector
- Advanced proficiency in statistical analysis tools (SPSS, R, or Stata)
- Expertise in California legislative process and regulatory frameworks
- Superior written and verbal communication skills with ability to simplify complex concepts
- Valid California driver's license