Policy Analyst - E3 Alliance

Austin Community College District is hiring a Policy Analyst to support E3 Alliance’s education policy agenda. The role conducts legislative and policy research, monitors education developments, analyzes data, and develops resources for stakeholders and decisionmakers. It also contributes to policy strategy, coalition engagement, and legislative tracking.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze state and federal legislation, agency rules, budget provisions, and policy developments affecting education and workforce outcomes
• Support the development and implementation of E3 Alliance's legislative and policy priorities
• Research and monitor the activities of key education entities, including the Texas Legislature, Texas Education Agency (TEA), State Board of Education (SBOE), Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), Legislative Budget Board (LBB), and other state agencies
• Analyze education data, public reports, and research studies to inform policy positions and recommendations
• Synthesize data and evidence into compelling narratives that support policy advocacy and stakeholder engagement efforts
• Support the coordination and engagement of E3 Alliance's policy coalitions, advisory groups, and stakeholder networks
• Build and maintain productive relationships with school district leaders, higher education partners, nonprofit organizations, legislative staff, advocacy organizations, and community stakeholders
• Prepare written materials for policymakers, coalition partners, community leaders, and external stakeholders
• Develop policy updates, newsletters, briefing documents, and legislative summaries

Requirements:

• Possess strong knowledge of best practices and principles behind setting, measuring, and refining key business results (KBR) and key performance indicators (KPI) across a variety of business use cases
• Apply analytical and problem-solving solutions and breakdown complex technical issues into measurable actions
• Methods of documenting and tracking policies and procedures
• Apply customer service techniques and practices
• Develop training materials and delivery of training of staff
• Ability to identify policy trends, opportunities, and risks
• Strategic analysis and problem-solving
• Sound judgment and political awareness
• Systems thinking and policy impact assessment
• Coalition building and stakeholder engagement
• Relationship development with policymakers, educators, community leaders, and advocacy organizations
• Partnership cultivation and collaboration
• Networking and external relations skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to translate complex policy issues into clear, accessible information
• Facilitation and meeting management skills
• Persuasive communication and consensus building
• Professional representation in public and stakeholder-facing settings
• Strong project coordination and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Self-directed work and follow-through
• Legislative and regulatory research and analysis
• Ability to monitor and track state and federal legislation, rulemaking, and budget processes
• Knowledge of the Texas legislative process and education policy landscape
• Data analysis and interpretation
• Experience synthesizing complex information into actionable recommendations
• Proficiency in developing policy memos, issue briefs, and research summaries
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Data visualization and presentation tools
• Legislative tracking and policy research platforms
• Survey and stakeholder engagement tools
• Online research databases and public data sources
• Bachelor's degree
• Two (2) years of relevant experience
• Four (4) years of related work experience or an Associate's degree plus two (2) years of related work experience may be substituted for the required education (plus the required experience noted below)
• Degree in public policy, education, political science, public administration, economics, or related field
• Master's degree
• Five (5) years of relevant experience in education policy, government affairs, legislative research, advocacy, public policy
• Experience working with data and policy research
• Familiarity with P-20 education systems and workforce policy
• Experience producing policy briefs, legislative analyses, and stakeholder communications
• Experience working during a Texas legislative session
• Familiarity with state budgeting and appropriations processes
• Experience supporting coalition-based advocacy efforts