Policy & Data Analyst 19-26

About the role

The Austin Affordable Housing Corporation (AAHC) is seeking a Policy & Data Analyst to join their team. This role involves conducting rigorous, data-driven analysis of AAHC's real estate acquisitions and development activities, developing analytical frameworks, designing data visualization tools, collaborating with internal departments, and advocating for affordable housing policies.

Responsibilities

• Economic & Community Impact Analysis
• Develop, refine, and implement analytical frameworks
• Data Visualization & Reporting
• Cross-Functional Data Integrity
• Data Storytelling & Stakeholder Messaging
• Legislative Tracking & Briefing
• Advocacy & Education Support
• Benchmarking & Peer Research
• Strategic Initiative Execution

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Economics, Urban Planning, Data Analytics, Finance, or a related field
• At least 3 years of professional experience in data or policy analysis
• Proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and tight deadlines

Preferred qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field
• Direct experience working in the affordable housing sector or public sector
• Familiarity with Chapter 392 and Public Facility Corporation (PFC) structures
• Knowledge of Texas state legislative processes
• Advanced analytics skills (e.g., R, Python)
• Exceptional data storytelling abilities

Benefits

Benefits include paid sick leave, annual leave, birthday leave & federal holidays, 100% of employee health insurance premiums paid by the agency, supplemental health, dental, vision, and life insurance options for employees and family, an Employee Assistance Program, and a hybrid work schedule.

Pay

$55,000 - $65,000/yr

Schedule

Hybrid work schedule available