Child Care Policy Analyst III-V: Drive State Programs

Texas Workforce Commission; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Retirement Plan

401(k) Account

Paid Time Off

Family Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Workforce Commission seeks a detail-oriented Policy Analyst in Austin to support child care policy development and program management. You will analyze federal and state legislation, draft policy recommendations, and help design trainings and webinars.

The role requires collaboration with multiple teams and occasional travel. Ideal candidates have strong writing skills, experience in policy analysis, and knowledge of child development.

Qualifications

• Experience in policy development and interpretation.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% and adapt to flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Develop and assist in developing plans, policies, procedures, standards, rules, reports, and guidelines for the child care program.
• Research, interpret, and analyze complex legislation to determine impact on the program.
• Provide written recommendations on policy changes and operational impacts.
• Develop and facilitate trainings, webinars, and presentations on program standards and initiatives.
• Coordinate major policy projects, keeping management apprised of progress, issues, and risks.
• Perform policy and programmatic research to support agency policy development.
• Represent the department at cross-department meetings and external agencies.

Skills

Policy analysis

Policy development

Project management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Texas Workforce Commission seeks a detail-oriented Policy Analyst in Austin to support child care policy development and program management. You will analyze federal and state legislation, draft policy recommendations, and help design trainings and webinars.

The role requires collaboration with multiple teams and occasional travel. Ideal candidates have strong writing skills, experience in policy analysis, and knowledge of child development.