Policy Tech Analyst - Legislative IT & Data Policy

Florida Legislature; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Legislature seeks a technical expert to serve as a legislative analyst for a House committee. You will research technology policy issues, prepare staff analyses, reports, legislation, and amendments, and respond to inquiries.

Ideal candidates bring technical, legal, or policy expertise and a public service mindset. Experience in IT topics, cybersecurity, and data management is valued, with strong written and oral communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 3+ years of professional experience in research or analysis.
• Advanced degrees may substitute for experience as described in the job ad.
• Ability to understand complex technical material and translate into policy terms.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and objectively summarizes proposed legislation for effectiveness and impacts.
• Researches and drafts legislation and amendments for committee review.
• Monitors legislation implementation across branches for compliance and issues.
• Conducts research projects and prepares reports with findings and recommendations.
• Briefs legislators verbally and in writing on committee topics and actions.
• Serves as liaison with state agencies and coordinates materials for meetings.

Skills

Legal research

Policy analysis

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Stakeholder communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Judgment and discretion

Public service mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Doctorate

Tools

Cybersecurity knowledge

Data management

Job description

Florida Legislature seeks a technical expert to serve as a legislative analyst for a House committee. You will research technology policy issues, prepare staff analyses, reports, legislation, and amendments, and respond to inquiries.

Ideal candidates bring technical, legal, or policy expertise and a public service mindset. Experience in IT topics, cybersecurity, and data management is valued, with strong written and oral communication skills.