Policy Staff Writer

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

📋 Description

• Produce content on intricate policy issues in a neutral, clear, and succinct way

• Conduct research on policy areas to establish expertise in content

• Draft and revise articles focusing on court rulings, legislation, executive actions, key terminology, influential figures, and academic research

• Gather and organize arguments for and against suggested policy modifications

• Collect and organize proposed policy reforms

• Monitor news events and significant developments to ensure timely coverage

• Review academic literature and integrate pertinent findings into content

• Craft engaging story features and impactful headlines

• Facilitate and lead webinars while preparing presentations

• Contribute ideas and create content for regular newsletters

• Develop educational outreach initiatives, including Learning Journeys and Learning Expeditions

• Proofread content accurately, efficiently, and consistently

• Analyze court rulings and monitor legislation nationwide to identify policy patterns

• Engage in ongoing team book clubs

• Travel and attend relevant events as necessary

• Maintain professional interactions with donors, stakeholders, media representatives, clients, and external collaborators

• Utilize procedure checklists, templates, spreadsheets, Google Workspace, Slack, and Asana

• Learn and implement Ballotpedia’s taxonomy of bias and Style Guide

• Innovate to enhance processes and improve content quality

⛳️ Requirements

• Full-time position, fully remote

• Understanding of the United States political landscape

• Personal interest in U.S. policy matters

• Professional background in federal or state legislative coverage is a plus

• Preferred familiarity with the administrative state, federal rulemaking, and/or public assistance programs like SNAP or Medicaid

• Interest in or experience with AI tools to boost productivity

• Ability to collaborate with colleagues across various departments

• Comfort in seeking and providing feedback

• Proactive problem identification and resolution skills

• Competence in conducting effective research and sourcing the best information

• Skill in using and mastering complex tools such as templates and spreadsheets

• Access to a computer with internet connectivity

• Some familiarity with Google Workspace, Slack, and Asana is advantageous

• Application requires a résumé, cover letter, and a neutral writing sample of no more than five pages

• Current address must be included in résumé or cover letter

• Must have authorization to work in the U.S.; employment eligibility will be verified through E-Verify

🏝️ Benefits

• Unlimited vacation policy

• Flexible scheduling options via BP Flex

• Annual benefits stipend of $8,000

• Benefits stipend can be allocated towards health, vision, and dental insurance

• Stipend may also be used for retirement savings

• Performance-based bonuses offered

• Work in a remote environment