Policy Analyst - E3 Alliance

Austin Community College District; United States; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and dental insurance

TRS retirement benefits

Disability insurance

Retirement plans and AD&D

Job summary

Austin Community College District is seeking a Policy Analyst to support E3 Alliance's policy agenda through research, legislative tracking, and data analysis. The role focuses on Texas education policy, coalition engagement, and translating policy issues for educators, community leaders, and policymakers.

The position is grant-funded with full-time status and requires strong analytical and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Experience in education policy, government affairs, or legislative research.
• Strong analytical and writing skills; ability to translate complex policy to actionable actions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze state and federal legislation, agency rules, and budgets.
• Support the development and implementation of policy priorities.
• Prepare policy memos, briefs, and stakeholder communications.
• Build relationships with school districts, higher education partners, and advocacy groups.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Relationship Management

Communication & Influence

Project & Organizational Management

Policy & Legislative Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Data visualization tools

Policy research platforms

Job description

Job Posting Closing Times: Job postings are removed from advertising at 12:00 A.M. on the closing date e.g., at midnight on the day before the closing date.

Austin Community College employees are required to maintain a domicile in the State of Texas while working for the college and throughout the duration of employment. – AR 4.0300.01

Austin Community College is a public two‑year institution that serves a multicultural population of approximately 41,000 credit students each Fall and Spring semester. We embrace our identity as a community college, as reflected in our mission statement. We promote student success and community development by providing affordable access, through traditional and distance learning modes, to higher education and workforce training, including appropriate applied baccalaureate degrees, in our service area.

As a community college committed to our mission, we seek to recruit and retain a workforce that:
Values intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching
Is attracted by the college's mission to promote equitable access to educational opportunities
Cares about student success and collaborates on strategies to facilitate success for populations including; first generation college students, low‑income students, and students from underserved communities.
Focused on student academic achievement and postgraduate outcomes
Welcomes difference and models respectful interaction with others
Engages with the community both within and outside of ACC.

Job Posting Title: Policy Analyst - E3 Alliance

Job Description Summary

E3 Alliance uses data and collaboration to change education systems so all students succeed. We are nationally recognized for our passion and success in transforming education to improve student outcomes. E3 Alliance is looking for a Policy Analyst who supports E3 Alliance's policy agenda by conducting legislative and policy research, monitoring state and federal education developments, analyzing education data, and developing resources that inform stakeholders and decisionmakers. The Policy Analyst serves as a key contributor to policy strategy development, coalition engagement, and legislative tracking efforts, helping translate complex policy issues into actionable information for educators, community leaders, and policymakers. This position requires a strong understanding of the Texas education policy landscape, excellent analytical and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced policy environment. This position is grant‑funded, but does not have a defined timeframe and is intended to be a full‑time, ongoing position.

Job Description

Supervision Received and Exercised Operates under the direct supervision of the department manager or designated supervisor. The role does not typically include supervisory responsibilities but may occasionally provide guidance to junior staff or new hires as part of onboarding and training processes. The position is expected to work independently on routine tasks while seeking direction for more complex assignments. Analysts are responsible for managing their own workload and deadlines, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and efficiently. They may also collaborate with other team members and stakeholders to achieve department goals.

Competency Expectations

Identify, analyze, and recommend solutions for various college processes and initiatives. Perform complex analytical and technical work. Analyze opportunities and develop opportunity assessments based on stakeholder needs, competitor analysis, research, and best practices and provide recommendations and define desired outcomes. Perform strategic research, analyses, interprets data, and creates reporting formats for requested reports; may conduct stakeholders need assessment, identifies instructional goals and objectives, and creates a training model appropriate for a given project and audience.

Job Requirements

• Knowledge: 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.

Skills

• Strategic Thinking Ability to identify policy trends, opportunities, and risks. Strategic analysis and problem‑solving. Sound judgment and political awareness. Systems thinking and policy impact assessment.
• Relationship Management Coalition building and stakeholder engagement. Relationship development with policymakers, educators, community leaders, and advocacy organizations. Partnership cultivation and collaboration. Networking and external relations skills.
• Communication and Influence 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.
• Project and Organizational Management 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.
• Technical Skills: Policy and Legislative Analysis 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. Research and Data Analysis Data analysis and interpretation. Experience synthesizing complex information into actionable recommendations. Proficiency in developing policy memos, issue briefs, and research summaries. Technology and Software Proficiency 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.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Legislative and Policy Analysis 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree.
• Preferred Education: Degree in public policy, education, political science, public administration, economics, or related field. Master's degree.
• Experience: 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).

Preferred Experience

• 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.

Salary Range

Salary Range: $75,000-$82,000
Salary based on experience and expertise.

Benefits

• Health care and dental insurance, TRS retirement benefits, disability insurance, and other standard ACC benefits.
• Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, retirement plans, and AD&D.

Eligibility and Sponsorship

E3 Alliance is unable to support candidates who require sponsorship to work in the United States.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Physical Demands: Standard office environment.
Work Environment: This position falls under ACC's Remote/In‑Person framework.

Number of Openings

1

Job Posting Close Date

October 29, 2026

Equal Opportunity Statement

Austin Community College (“ACC” or “College”) is an equal education and equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in employment at the college and access to its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 and older), veteran status or military service, disability, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. This includes the prohibition of discrimination, including harassment, against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission. ACC will take steps to ensure that the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and vocational programs.