This position is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and follows a hybrid work schedule that combines in-office and remote workdays for eligible employees. Exceptional candidates may be considered for placement in Washington, DC. Fully remote arrangements will not be considered.

About FIRE

The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression's mission is to defend and sustain the individual rights of all Americans to free speech and free thought - the most essential qualities of liberty. FIRE educates Americans about the importance of these inalienable rights, promotes a culture of respect for these rights, and provides the means to preserve them.

Position Description

The Program Associate, Legislative and Policy will provide administrative assistance and strategic guidance to the Legislative and Policy Department. The Program Associate will also conduct research and author blog posts on legislative topics of interest to FIRE.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Arranging travel for members of the legislative team

Preparing and filing lobbying disclosures and registrations

Providing support in reviewing state and local lobbying compliance laws as needed

Tracking staff lobbying hours and expenditures across the organization

Scheduling meetings and managing meeting agendas

Managing the department's bill and internal data tracking systems

Tracking legislative and policy department expenses

Authoring blog posts on legislative issues

Conducting research and analysis on behalf of the Legislative and Policy Department

Tracking and reporting departmental KPIs

Attending legislative conferences and managing FIRE's involvement in sponsoring, tabling, and attending conferences

Assistance with copy editing

Sending mailings to lawmakers and staff

Assisting in departmental recruiting efforts by reviewing and interviewing job candidates

Overseeing the department's website

Serving as liaison between Legislative and Policy and other FIRE departments

Maintaining and updating departmental records and databases

Supervising the department's undergraduate intern

Performing additional duties as needed

This position involves a minimal amount of travel.

The expected start date for this position is as soon as possible.

Qualifications

A successful candidate will be organized, have a self-starter mentality, and have the ability to take direction and execute tasks effectively. Most importantly, the candidate must exercise superb judgment and demonstrate a knowledge of, and passion for, FIRE's mission and an ability to articulate that passion in a way that will make others enthusiastic about our cause.

A candidate must also be able to demonstrate:

Familiarity with FIRE's mission and the ability to articulate it to others

Passion for free speech and/or due process

Strong organization, time management, and project management skills

Strong research, analytical, writing, and communication skills

Very strong attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Ability to work independently

Ability to problem solve, exercise discretion, and use sound judgment

Ability to think strategically by assessing trade offs and making recommendations for potential solutions

Ability to effectively manage and handle changing responsibilities and projects

Ability to learn quickly

Salary and Compensation

The projected salary range is $47,000-50,000 based upon experience and education level. FIRE conducts periodic evaluations where employees may receive raises or bonuses for outstanding and excellent work. FIRE also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes employer-paid comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance; a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account option; matching retirement contributions; and a generous paid time-off plan.

Applications

Applicants should provide a resume, cover letter, a writing sample, salary requirements, and contact information for at least two professional references. All applications are confidential.

FIRE is an equal opportunity employer.

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