Senior Policy Advisor

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills and policy experience to advise and support Travis County Precinct Three Commissioner Ann Howard. This is a unique opportunity to partner with an elected official that is passionate about delivering real and lasting solutions for both her constituents in Precinct Three and everyone across the County. The Senior Policy Advisor will be responsible for developing strategies and advising on policies, programs, and partnerships that advance the Commissioner’s priorities. This position is ideal for someone who excels at converting ideas to action, enjoys building and managing partnerships, and is passionate about creating positive change for the community.

Background:

Travis County is governed by five elected officials: four Commissioners, each representing a geographic region of the county, and a County Judge. Together, the four County Commissioners and the County Judge oversee a budget of more than $2 billion that funds key services, including transportation, natural resources, justice administration, public health, and housing. Travis County is the fifth largest county in Texas with a population of 1.3 million people. 

Travis County Commissioner Ann Howard was first sworn in as the County Commissioner for Precinct Three on January 1, 2021 and re-elected in 2024. Precinct Three is the largest precinct geographically in Travis County; spanning from downtown Austin to Briarcliff, including the entirety of the University of Texas main and west campus areas; stretching to the western edge of Travis County on SH71; reaching the northwest corner of Travis County via SH1431 and Jonestown; and including the neighborhoods of Westlake, Rollingwood, Circle C and Lakeway. Commissioner Ann is committed to making Travis County the best place to grow up and grow old by making County government work smarter, leveraging partnerships, and focusing on customer service.

For more information on Commissioner Howard and Precinct 3: Commissioner Ann Howard, Precinct Three | Travis County, TexasEducation and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Government, Public Administration, Business Administration or a directly related field AND four (4) to five (5) years of responsible administrative experience in a service-oriented organization; 

OR, 

Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job. 

Preferred Qualifications:
4-5 years experience working in a policy-focused role within or alongside government
Familiarity with or lives within Precinct Three of Travis County and prior work experience in similar environment

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
None required.

Competencies, Skills, and Abilities:
Competencies and Skills: 

Ability to: 

• Handle confidential and sensitive information with a high degree of professionalism and discretion
• Be a thinker and doer, and take concepts from idea to implementation

• Conduct rigorous policy, program, and budget analysis 

• 40 Hours per Week
• Work Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Monday through Friday
• This position will require meetings across Travis County outside normal business hours 
• Preference to work in the office but may discuss telework opportunities. 

Criminal Background Check Required.

For questions about this position, please contact: [email protected]