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FEATURED JOB: Senator Borris Miles Deputy Legislative Director : Senator Borris L. Miles is seeking qualified, capable, and self-starting applicants for a senior leadership position in the Senator's Office. The position can be based in Austin or Houston but residence in Austin is required during the legislative session. Job Description: • In consultation with the Senator, the Chief of Staff, and Legislative Director develop, track, advance, and help pass the Senator's legislative agenda.• Provide leadership to and supervision of the policy team in successfully tracking and passing the Senator’s legislative agenda.• Draft legislation, amendments, and riders for legislative consideration.• Communicate effectively, persuasively, professionally, and concisely about the Senator's legislative agenda, and about policy issues and other matters.• Utilize a deep understanding of public policy issues to provide the Senator with analysis of legislation.• Staff the Senator at meetings, events, committee hearings; serve as a liaison to assigned committees; meet with interested parties and visitors in a professional manner.• Prepare the Senator for meetings and speaking engagements. Interested applicants should submit the following: • Current resume • Cover letter outlining relevant experience and qualifications • Two to three professional references • Examples of relevant work, if available (policy briefs, bill analyses, legislative memoranda, research papers, or other related materials). Please email application materials to: [email protected] Learn more about the position HERE (12/4/26). Position is located in Austin or Houston, TX.

FEATURED JOB: Senator Borris Miles Policy Analyst : The Office of State Senator Borris L. Miles is seeking a qualified, full-time Policy Analyst to join our team at the Texas State Capitol in Austin, Texas. The ideal candidate must possess strong research, analytical, and communication skills (both verbal and written), along with a professional, courteous, and solutions-oriented demeanor. Candidates should have prior Texas Senate experience within the past 5–10 years, or equivalent experience working through a regular Texas legislative session.The successful candidate must also demonstrate working knowledge and experience in at least two or more of the following priority policy areas: transportation, education, healthcare, and criminal justice.This is an in-office position, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. During legislative sessions, the position may require extended working hours beyond the regular schedule, including evenings and weekends, as necessary to meet the demands and priorities of the Senator's office. Interested applicants should submit the following: • Current resume • Cover letter outlining relevant experience and qualifications • Two to three professional references • Examples of relevant work, if available (policy briefs, bill analyses, legislative memoranda, research papers, or other related materials). Please email application materials to: [email protected] Learn more about the position HERE (12/4/26). Position is located in Austin, TX.

FEATURED JOB American Chemistry Council Senior Director, State Affairs Southwest Region : The position is responsible for directing the American Chemistry Council’s (ACC) grassroots program which provides industry engagement for both the State and Federal Affairs departments. The position is also responsible for directing a multi-faceted regional public affairs program that includes state and local advocacy, coalition/alliance development, grassroots outreach and local communication projects. The position reports directly to the Vice President, State Affairs. Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in government affairs, political science, or related field, and at least 10 years’ professional experience in grassroots or political arena. In-depth knowledge and understanding of political, legislative and regulatory processes on the state level, demonstrated ability to make sound political and public affairs judgments, decisions and strategies as well as the ability to cultivate and manage high-quality stakeholder relationships are a must. A Masters’ degree in relevant field or Juris Doctorate is preferred. This position is located in Austin. ACC offers a salary commensurate with experience and excellent benefits. If you meet the qualifications, please forward your resume and cover letter, including salary requirements. Learn more and apply HERE (11/6/26) FEATURED JOB: Alex San Martin for Austin Independent School District (AISD) Campaign Internship: Alex San Martin is running for Austin ISD Trustee in District 6 to bring classroom experience, public-policy expertise, and accountable leadership to the school board. looking for motivated, organized, and community-minded interns who want hands-on experience in local politics, education policy, grassroots organizing, communications, and campaign operations. This is an opportunity to work directly with a local school-board campaign and gain practical experience in how a political campaign is organized, staffed, and executed. Previous campaign experience is not required. Flexible scheduling is available based on the intern’s academic and personal commitments. Some evening and weekend availability may be helpful for campaign events, canvassing, and voter outreach. This position is located in Austin. To apply: Please email [email protected] Learn more about the position HERE or on the campaign website at www.alexforaisd6.com (11/6/26). Position is located in Austin, TX.