Governor’s Advisor

How to Apply: The State of Texas application is required and is only received through Work In Texas.

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• Job #: 2025-23
• TWC Job #: 16802801
• Opening Date: 12/23/2024
• Travel Required: 5%
• Monthly Salary: $9,333.34 - $10,416.67
• Position Location: Austin, Texas
• Group Step: B27
• Class: 1883
• Status: Open

Governor’s Advisor – Austin, Texas

The Office of the Governor is looking for a Governor’s Advisor (Governor’s Advisor IV) to work in the Policy Division.

Who We Are

The Office of the Governor works to build a healthier, safer, freer, and more prosperous future for all Texans. We are located primarily within the Texas State Capitol Complex in Austin.

What You’ll Earn

The salary is $9,333.34 - $10,416.67 a month ($112,000.08 - $125,000.04 a year).

Benefits include medical insurance, sick leave, and vacation leave. Also, State of Texas employees are eligible for a defined retirement plan. Learn more: https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits

What You’ll Do

The Governor’s Advisor works within the Office of the Governor (OOG), Policy Division, and reports to the Director of Policy. Performs advanced (senior-level) program research, consulting, advising, and analysis work related to the Governor’s policy agenda, state budget, and state agency programming. Works to support the Governor, his executive team, the Texas Legislature, and other stakeholders in formulating and answering questions, formally defining complex issues, and determining the most effective course of action to accomplish short, mid, and long-term programmatic goals and objectives. Remains on-call, including on short notice, during legislative sessions, nights, weekends, and holidays for all related business matters relating to the work of the division and the OOG. Regularly speaks to complex policy, planning, and programmatic issues with clarity.

• Oversees the research, evaluation, and preparation of comprehensive analyses of state agency budgets, proposed budget revisions, reports, issuing briefs, and flawless written materials on complex state fiscal, policy and programmatic issues for agency executives, boards, senior staff, the Texas Legislature, and other stakeholders.
• Reads and analyzes all legislation in their assigned issue areas.
• Analyzes budget decision ramifications.
• Monitors implementation of major legislation from legislative sessions.
• Evaluates legislation results to develop focus areas for future legislative sessions.
• Provides technical and programmatic assistance and leadership to state agency executives as required to clearly disseminate and successfully implement the Governor’s policy priorities statewide.
• Assists agency executives and boards in implementing, overseeing, and evaluating procedural and/or policy changes.
• Assists in the preparation of administrative reports, studies, and specialized research projects.
• Provides specialized budget and policy advice to the Governor and his executive team, and keeps the Governor and his executive team informed on pending legislation and legal issues.

How You’ll Qualify

• High school graduate or equivalent;
• Seven (7) years of professional experience in state level public budgeting and/or state level public policy; and
• Five (5) years of demonstrated experience working in the Texas Legislature.

Note: Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.

You’re a Great Fit with

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university;
• Demonstrated skill in advanced research, policy analysis, writing and public presentations;
• Advanced experience conducting policy research, data analysis, and fiscal analysis; and
• Strong quantitative and qualitative skills, experience in data analysis, an understanding of complex public finance issues, and an overarching interest in advancing strategic budget and policy initiatives.

Other Things to Know and When You Should Apply

It’s a great job for a professional who enjoys consulting, advising and analysis work. Apply now by submitting a state of Texas application. Applications are reviewed daily.

Telework opportunities are available upon request. Reliable internet is required. Alternate work schedules and telework may be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.

Veterans

Veterans, Reservists, or members of the Guard can compare this position to Military Occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $9,333.34 - $10,416.67 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Research: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person