News Team Staff Researcher

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee media outlets, political websites, and official government channels for timely news updates

• Revise pertinent Ballotpedia articles according to discovered stories

• Monitor and update information within Ballotpedia’s database

• Maintain data integrity on the website and in the database

• Perform regular audits of federal, state, and local officeholder and candidate lists

• Adhere to processes, systems, and procedures as designated by editors and supervisors

• Produce neutral, clear, and succinct content regarding complex subjects

• Investigate officeholders, candidates, and elections, including their websites, social media accounts, and election timelines

• Edit and proofread content

• Engage professionally with colleagues, clients, and media representatives

• Research jurisdictions for potential addition to Ballotpedia’s site and database

• Complete tracking spreadsheets to document updates

⛳️ Requirements

• Strong commitment to Ballotpedia’s mission

• Understanding of the political system and elections in the United States

• Experience with databases and spreadsheets

• Background in writing and/or editing; experience as a professional writer and/or editor is preferred

• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

• Capability to collaborate effectively across various departments

• Strong project management, multitasking, prioritization, and follow-through skills

• Creative thinking, adaptability, and proactive problem-solving capabilities

• Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends

• Interest in or experience with AI tools to enhance productivity

• Access to a computer with Internet connectivity

• Familiarity with Google Suite, Slack, and Asana is beneficial

• Must possess authorization to work in the United States, verified through E-Verify upon acceptance of an offer

• A résumé, cover letter, and neutral writing sample are required for application

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual benefits stipend amounting to $8,000, distributed evenly in each paycheck once eligible for benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package may include health, vision, and dental insurance

• Retirement savings options

• Unlimited vacation policy

• Flexible work scheduling through BP Flex

• Remote working environment

• Training for new employees