Policy Analyst - E3 Alliance

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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

Department-Specific Recruitment Details:

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. 

Research and Data Analysis 

• 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. 

Coalition and Stakeholder Engagement 

• 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. 

Communications and Public Policy Support 

• 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: $75,000-$82,000 

• Salary based on experience and expertise.
• Health care and dental insurance, TRS retirement benefits, disability insurance, and other standard ACC benefits.
• E3 Alliance is unable to support candidates who require sponsorship to work in the United States.  

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

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

Clery Act

As required by the US Department of Education, employees are required to report violations under Title IX and, under the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), select individuals are required to report crimes. If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified, trained, and provided resources for reporting.

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Disclaimer

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. ACC reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by ACC at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job.