Job Description
Join Colorado's urgent hiring initiative to shape state policy and drive impactful change. We seek a dynamic Senior Policy Analyst to develop evidence-based strategies addressing critical community needs. This high-impact role offers unparalleled opportunity to influence legislation while enjoying competitive benefits and career growth within Colorado's public sector.
Responsibilities
- Research and analyze complex policy issues with actionable recommendations
- Collaborate with state agencies to implement equitable policy solutions
- Prepare detailed legislative briefs and testimony for public hearings
- Monitor federal regulatory changes affecting Colorado residents
- Lead cross-functional task forces on emerging policy challenges
- Develop data-driven performance metrics for program evaluation
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, or related field
- 5+ years progressive policy analysis experience in government
- Advanced proficiency in statistical analysis tools (SPSS/R)
- Proven track record of successful legislative advocacy
- Deep knowledge of Colorado's political landscape
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills