[jobsthatareLEFT by GAIN] Policy Associate

January 22, 2018

[jobsthatareLEFT by GAIN] Policy Associate

Artos Consulting, a progressive political consulting firm based in Oakland California seeks a passionate and committed person for our Policy Associate position. Our Policy Associates work closely with our Legislative and Campaign teams to craft, review, and message policy and policy related work on behalf of our clients. This full-time position is based in our Oakland office and requires at least 2 years of policy-based work experience.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Work with the Legislative Director to create policy timelines for client portfolio of 3-5 state-level clients. This would include policy initiatives, constituent outreach, policy review, and policy drafts.

  • Create and coordinate with District and Capital staff to create constituent events, coordinate constituent outreach, and assist in communications.

  • Coordinate with Communications staff, and client communications staff to create communications plans around policy releases.

  • Hold regular meetings with clients, client staffs, and other stakeholders to create policy agenda and workplan for Artos staff.

  • Draft policy drafts, policy statements, talking points, and press communique under the guidelines set by the client and Legislative Director.

  • Prepare policy reports for clients, staffs, and internal reports on policy initiatives.

  • Research policy initiatives and relevant topics according to each policy agenda. Provide recommendations for policy initiatives.


Desired Experience/Background Requirements:


  • At least 2 years of regional, statewide, or national level policy experience is required. Preference is given to elected office policy staff.

  • At least 2 years of experience working in a political, labor, organizing, or community-based organizations is required.

  • A Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.

  • Excellent writing and verbal skills. Experience with technical/legal writing preferred.

  • Mastery of G Suite and Microsoft Office applications.


The position does include day and overnight travel throughout California and other domestic locations. Please be prepared to work extensive nights and some weekends.


Salary range is $45,000-$50,000 DOE, with medical, dental, and vision benefits package available.


Artos Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in our hiring policies and/or practices. We encourage youth, people of color, LGBTQI, formerly incarcerated, women, and other underserved minority groups.


Please send a cover letter, resume to recruiting@artosconsulting.com

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