Legislative Researcher
Congressional Quarterly (District of Columbia)
Posted: June 17, 2009
Address: Washington, DC 20002
Type: Full-time

Description:

BillTrack, the legislative tracking team of CQ.com, is seeking a legislative researcher.

Responsibilities include:
Tracking legislative actions using the Congressional Record and other sources, as well as in "real-time" as they occur during congressional sessions, and assisting in the production and maintenance of online content.

Candidates should have a background in political science or some Capitol Hill experience, as the position requires knowledge of the legislative process.
Must be exceptionally detail-oriented with strong grammar skills and computer familiarity. Coolness under pressure required and database experience a plus.

Send cover letter and resume to: jobs@cq.com with the words "Legislative Researcher" in the subject line.
No phone calls please.

ABOUT CQ
Congressional Quarterly Inc. has been the nation's leader in political journalism since 1945. Over that time, the company has built a peerless reputation for objective, non-partisan and authoritative reporting on Congress and politics. Today, CQ stands on the leading edge of information companies publishing in both online and print platforms.
CQ has the largest press corps covering Capitol Hill. More than 150 reporters, editors and researchers keep subscribers informed on weekly, daily and real-time news cycles. In addition, CQ is the leader in legislative tracking. It offers a robust suite of fully integrated online services that includes bill coverage, schedules, CRS reports, government documents, member information, transcripts and more.

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Email:
jobs@cq.com
Website:
http://www.cq.com

Director of Policy Coalitions
The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (District of Columbia)

Posted: June 8, 2009
Address: Washington, DC 20036
Occu: Public Policy
Type: Full-time

Description: The Foundation for Defense of Democracies is searching for a Director of Policy Coalitions.

Qualifications:

1. Experience with the U.S. Congress as a staff member, liaison, lobbyist or advocate on national security and/or foreign policy issues.

2. Experience as in issue advocacy, grassroots organizing or coalition development. Campaign or non-profit organization is preferred.

3. Formal education, military service or work history dealing with anti-terrorism policies, legislation and/or communications.

4. Entrepreneurial attitude; self starter who is willing to tackle complex issues with the ability to explain policy to multiple audiences, included grassroots activists, media, think tank community and Congress

Salary: commensurate to experience, education, and salary history.

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Apply by
Email:
info@defenddemocracy.org
Website:
http://www.defenddemocracy.org

Congressional Affairs Specialist
The Department of Defense (Arlington, Virginia)
Posted: June 4, 2009
Address: Arlington, VA 22201
Type: Full-time

Description:
VEOA: Veterans with eligibility under the VEOA authority may apply under this job opportunity announcement (separated under honorable conditions from the armed forces with 3 or more years of continuous active service or a preference eligible, and having no other appointing eligibility).

JOB SUMMARY:
The closing date has been extended
Join a Team with a Mission! The Department of Defense (DoD) Office of Inspector General (OIG) offers potential applicants more than just jobs and professions. A career with the DOD OIG offers those who qualify, an opportunity to serve our Nation and those who are defending it worldwide. The agency promotes integrity, accountability and improvement of DoD personnel, programs and operations to support the Department's mission and to serve the public interest.

This position is in the Office of the Assistant Inspector General for the Office of Communications and Congressional Liaison (OAIG-OCCL) and serves as the primary point of contact with congressional staff members regarding congressional inquiries requests for assistance that are diverse and highly complex.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:• U.S. Citizenship

TO APPLY: www.dodig.mil/careers.htm

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National Director of Government Relations
Posted date [Jun-17-2009]

Position Description:The National Director of Government Relations provides leadership in developing and implementing the PKD Foundation’s public policy agenda and strategy, with responsibilities for the overall direction of all lobbying and public policy activities of the organization at (primarily) the federal level.

The National Director of Government Relations serves as the organization’s chief lobbyist developing legislative strategies, initiatives and overseeing the implementation of grass roots advocacy programs.
The Director monitors legislation and regulations relating to issues affecting PKD families in specific, and kidney diseases, in general and recommends strategies designed to advocate on behalf of PKD patients/families and to advance the PKD Foundation’s mission.
This individual will play a critical role in working to achieve the PKD Foundation’s legislative priorities by focusing on interactions with Congress, Federal agencies, coalitions, and other advocacy organizations, establishing new contacts and strengthening current relationships on Capitol Hill and with Executive Branch agencies.
The PKD Foundation works regularly with the House and Senate Appropriations – and other Committees; federal agencies like the NIH, CDC, Department of Defense, VA, CMS, FDA and others.
Additionally, this individual will provide the legislative priorities for the PKD Foundation’s grassroots advocacy efforts – participating in the education and training for the 55 volunteer chapters nationwide; building up the “PKD Champions” advocacy leadership program; and managing the organization’s annual “Day on the Hill” event each March.

(Within a year, the PKD Foundation intends to hire an Advocacy Manager, based in Kansas City, with hands-on responsibilities for this initiative).

Essential Functions:
In consultation with the President/CEO, develops the PKD Foundation’s public policy agenda and strategy, communicating and implementing government relations policy and recommending annual policy agenda
Plans, directs and assesses all aspects of the Foundation’s government relations operations providing catalytic leadership for impactful growth
Attends and reports on relevant legislative meetings, Congressional hearings, briefings, policy forums etc., regarding issues and opportunities pertinent to the PKD Foundation and its constituents
Works primarily with the President/CEO and Sr. Staff in order to understand specific needs that could be met through increased visibility among policymakers and the cultivation of public support
Keeps abreast of current law and research in order to develop specific legislative strategies and agendas
Works with other groups with mutual interests in order to develop collaborative strategies
Monitors and acts to influence relevant public policy by participating in and articulating the Foundation’s positions on Capitol Hill, at meetings, conferences and task forces
Raises awareness of PKD Foundation among public officials through the development and maintenance of relationships with staff of targeted US Senators and Representatives
Prepares and disseminates reports, position papers, testimony, and briefings, as appropriate and provides articles for newsletters, PKD Foundation publications, etc.
Provides content support on legislative and regulatory issues to the CEO, the Foundation’s Board of Trustees, and other PKD Foundation Departments
Patient Advocacy Efforts – Consults with and makes recommendations to facilitate inclusion of a patient focus in all PKD Foundation activities and works closely with the Director of Chapter Programs to train staff and volunteers on lobbying initiatives

Additional Responsibilities:
Fulfills additional related duties, as assigned
Local and limited out of town travel required
Creates, monitors, and maintains Government Relations and Advocacy budget

Education and Experience:
College bachelor’s degree and five to seven years of previous Capitol Hill or related experience working on with the legislative process on constituent, health related issues.
Demonstrated experience in successfully navigating the Appropriations process in Congress is required.
Knowledge of the NIH, Defense Department and Veterans Administration medical research programs is highly desirable.
The ideal candidate must be an energetic team player with the ability to work independently, having well-developed written and oral communications skills – strong public speaking skills. Must show demonstrated ability to be a proactive self starter who can shape and guide development of PKD Foundation’s government relations policy, and who will aggressively advocate for its adoption and implementation.
Must also be highly motivated and creative, with a solid work ethic, sound judgment and ability to handle pressure with excellent organizational, analytic and resource management skills as well as having the ability to work across departments and programs.
Experience with PC Microsoft programs, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint are required.

Location:
This position would begin as a work-at-home opportunity based in Washington, D.C. Periodic travel to the PKD Foundation’s headquarters in Kansas City will be necessary, as well as travel to Board of Trustees meetings (three times, annually) and the National Convention each summer.

Reporting Relationships:
This position reports to the Vice President/Chief Operating Officer for program implementation and all other matters, and works with the President/CEO, retained counsel, and key Government Relations volunteers for legislative strategy and priority development.

Salary & Benefits:
Salary is commensurate with experience. Employer pays 100 percent of employee health insurance and 66 percent of family health insurance premiums, 80 percent of dental insurance premiums, and 100 percent life and disability insurance. Employee receives 18 days Paid Time Off plus 9 Holidays (PTO days increase with work tenure) and a generous 7.5 percent retirement contribution.

Instructions to Apply:
Please send a cover letter, resume and references via mail to Mark Stone Vice-President/Chief Operating OfficerPKD Foundation9221 Ward Parkway, Suite 400Kansas City, MO 94114
Or electronically to marks@pkdcure.org

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Executive Director - Equality Maryland
Posted date [Jun-12-2009]

Equality Maryland seeks a dynamic and proven leader to implement the mission, goals and objectives of Maryland's largest LGBT organization.

The Executive Director is accountable for:

• Fundraising,
• Fiscal management,
• Human resources,
• Donor and member relations,
• Public and press relations,
• Community outreach and program development and implementation.

We are looking for an Executive Director who is an effective leader and who is smart, optimistic, visionary, committed, hard-working, genial, collaborative and experienced.

Skills Required:

Demonstrated ability to:

• Communicate and speak publicly;
• Motivate, energize and empower a core constitutency;
• Build relationships and work collaboratively;
• Resolve conflicts while remaining on mission;
• Fundraise;
• Identify and access appropriate financial, intellectual and human resources in Maryland and nationally;
• Build coalitions and educate the public on LGBT equality;
• Ability to generate legislative results;
• Excellent working knowledge of LGBT political advocacy issues, particularly in Maryland;
• Knowledge and experience in lobbying;
• Work with elected and appointed officials and community and faith leaders in a respectful way that creates an environment for positive change for LGBT Marylanders.

Preference:

• At least three years working with and/or directing grassroots political or organizing programs or other transferrable experience.
• Experience with PACS, "527s" or similar organizations preferred.
• A minimum of five years experience in non-profit management with increasing responsbility.
• Working knowledge of lawful relationships between 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4) and PAC organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, manage and delegate to staff.
• Proficiency in office software including MS Office Suite and GetActive or similar program.

Education Requirements:

• A Master's degree in an applicable field (political science, business or public administration) preferred; bachelor's degree required.

Comments: Qualified applicants may email application materials (current resume, at least three references and cover letter) to Scott Davenport, Chair, Executive Director Search Committee at EDSearch@equalitymaryland.org with "ED Application" in the subject line.

Application review will begin on July 6, 2009.

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Travel Required: yes
Benefits: yes
Retirement Benefits: no

Deputy Director, Public Policy Office
amfAR, THE FOUNDATION FOR AIDS RESEARCH
Posted date [Jun-01-2009]

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

• Assists the VP in developing and implementing amfAR’s public policy agenda focused on advancing AIDS research and promoting a more equitable, effective, and evidence-based response to the epidemic domestically and globally.
• Represents amfAR on Capitol Hill, with the Executive Branch, and at meetings and conferences .

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with the VP to develop public policy positions and advocacy strategies.
• Represent the organization with members of Congress and their staff, Executive Branch staff, and at briefings, conferences, and meetings.
• Work collaboratively with other advocates, policymakers and researchers to advance sound policy positions.
• Monitor and analyze HIV/AIDS and health-related policy issues domestically and internationally.
• Research and draft issue briefs, fact sheets, Congressional testimony, Federal Register comments and other pieces.
• Prepare written updates on legislative and other policy developments and amfAR’s public policy-related activity.
• Coordinate and schedule visits to members of Congress and their staff by Foundation’s staff and Board members.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Master's degree or Ph.D. (or equivalent) in public health, public policy, or a related field, and five years experience in a health-related organization.
• Excellent writing and public speaking skills.
• Experience with policy advocacy.
• Knowledge of public health and HIV/AIDS policy issues and a basic understanding of scientific research.
• Experience in international health a plus.
• Willingness to travel.

Send Resume, Cover Letter and Salary Requirements to jobs@amfar.org

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People of color, women and people living with HIV/AIDS are encouraged to apply.

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5.4 candidates for each job

If you are looking for a job, you’ve got plenty of competition. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Tuesday there were 5.4 job seekers for every employment opening in April.

That is up from 4.8 workers for every position in March and 1.7 workers in December 2007, which some economists peg as the beginning of the economic slide.

“While recent labor market reports have indicated that the pace of job loss is slowing, new jobs are not yet being created, and unemployed workers are facing an increasingly uphill battle in the search for work,” said Heidi Shierholz, an economist with the Economic Policy Institute.

New Job Postings for the week of June 7 - 13

Position: Senior Legal Director, Public Policy Location: Washington, DC Company: Yahoo

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About Yahoo!

Think about impacting 1 out of every 2 people online--in innovative and imaginative ways that are uniquely Yahoo!. We do just that each and every day, and you could too. After all, it's big thinkers like you who will create the next generation of Internet experiences for consumers and advertisers across the globe. Now's the time to show the world what you've got. Put your ideas to work for over half a billion people.

Yahoo!’s DC public policy/government relations office seeks an addition to its fast paced and aggressive team. The right candidate will be an imaginative team player and superior advocate, and will handle a diverse set of issues, including intellectual property, telecom, human rights, privacy and other issues as they arise.

Day-to-day duties include:

• Strategic planning;
• Serving as liaison with business leaders to determine business priorities and identify risks to those priorities that could come from legislative or regulatory bodies; advocating before staff and members of congress to limit those risks and educate government about Yahoo!

Minimum Job Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree.

Preferable Job Qualifications: Law degree preferred but not necessary.

Ideal candidate will have 2-4 years Capitol Hill or lobbying experience.

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SEIU Change That Works is searching for Political Organizers in Virginia, Indiana, Louisiana, North Dakota, Maine, Colorado, Arkansas and New Hampshire.

Spend the summer fighting for workers' rights and health care reform.

To apply, please send your cover letter, resume and three references to jobs@seiuchangethatworks.org ASAP!

Change that Works Campaign

Political Community Organizer - $3800 Monthly plus Benefits

Purpose: SEIU is looking for a motivated, organized, and dedicated individual to work with the Change that Works Campaign State Director to implement a grassroots advocacy campaign in targeted congressional districts to pass national health care reform and the Employee Free Choice Act in 2009.

The Political Community Organizer will work with a team of Organizers in Training to implement an escalating field and earned media campaign to influence targeted Members of Congress on SEIU's legislative priorities.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:·

• Work with field director or designee to create a regional campaign plan including organization building and mobilization activities, a timeline for implementation and measurable outcomes for each phase of the campaign,
• Take responsibility for implementing the campaign plan in an individual region including meeting daily and weekly region-wide campaign goals,
• Lead a team of Organizers in Training to meet daily and weekly campaign goals by providing training, coaching modeling, and accountability,
• Lead daily check in calls in the morning and check out calls in the evening with assigned Organizers in Training,
• Working with the State Director and/or Field Director, organize bird-dogging and shadowing activities with members and volunteers at events featuring federal elected officials,
• Working with the State Director and/or Field Director and Communications coordinator, plan and execute earned media activities including letter-to-the-editor writing campaigns, op-eds, and earned media events,
• Working with the State Director and/or Field Director, lead the work of team members to achieve fundraising goals by working toward the SEIU Justice for All Goal.
• Provide regular written and verbal reports,· Organize in-district congressional visits and actions, and inform actions and constituent visits in Washington DC.

Experience Requirements:

• At least one year of experience with organizing, community, or political campaigns,
• Experience planning and implementing earned media events, rallies, and/or congressional visits,
• Candidate should be a motivated self-starter with a commitment to the campaign's goals,
• Experience in leading teams,· Bilingual skills useful, but not required.

Skills Required:

• Excellent listening and communication skills,
• Good computer skills,
• Good judgment in interacting and communicating with the pubic, as well as political and community leaders,
• Ability to be accountable and to hold others accountable,
• Willingness and ability to take direction and function well within a team structure,
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully in diverse communities,
• Willingness to learn new skills and keep current on the news and issues that affect the campaign,
• Ability to effectively collect contributions and track progress toward goals,
• Ability to project a positive image of the union and campaign,· Knowledge and/or experience working with community based organizations and coalitions, and willingness to conduct outreach to community groups and leaders.

Other Qualifications:

• A valid drivers license and clean driving record,
• Energized by political and issue advocacy involvement.

Working Conditions: Long and irregular hours, including weekends and occasional holidays.

Reports To: Field Director or designee (note, may report to State Director in some states).

Term of Employment: This is a temporary position.

Political Community Organizers will begin as early as February 2009 and ending as late as August 2009.

Change that Works Campaign Organizer in Training - $2600 Monthly plus Benefits

SEIU is looking for a motivated, organized, and dedicated individual to work with a Change that Works Campaign Political Community Organizer to implement a grassroots advocacy campaign to pass national health care for all and the Employee Free Choice Act in 2009.

The Organizer in Training will work as part of a team to implement an escalating field campaign that will include mobilization, organization building, earned media, and direct action to influence priority Members of Congress to support legislative priorities critical to rebuilding the middle class.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to work with your Political Community Organizer to:

• Help execute a plan to educate federal elected officials and constituents on health care and employee free choice through activities such as house meetings, patch through calls, earned media events, direct action and other methods.
• Take responsibility for organizing and implementing organization building and mobilization field activities in your assigned area including one on one meetings, house meetings and regular field mobilizations,
• Build local organizations by recruiting, training, coaching, and motivating teams of volunteers and members in targeted areas,
• Provide regular written and verbal reports,· Mobilize members and activists to participate in targeted activities such as bird-dogging, demonstrations, and earned media activities—including letter-to-the-editor writing campaigns, op-eds, and events—designed to move priority elected officials,
• Help achieve fundraising goals by working toward the SEIU Justice for All Goal.

Qualifications:

• Candidate should be a motivated self-starter with a commitment to the movement for quality, affordable health care for everyone and employee free choice,
• Good listening and communication skills,
• Good judgment in interacting and communicating with the public, as well as political and community leaders,
• Willingness and ability to take direction and function well within a team structure,
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully in diverse communities,
• Willingness to learn new skills and stay current on news and issues that affect the campaign,
• Ability to work in a coalition of allies both inside and outside of organized labor,
• Basic computer skills,· Ability to effectively collect contributions and track progress toward goals,
• Bilingual skills useful, but not required.
• A valid drivers license and clean driving record,
• Energized by political and issue advocacy involvement.

Working Conditions:

• Long and irregular hours, including weekends and occasional holidays,
• Extensive travel likely in district, across state, and at times across the nation.

Reports To: Political Community Organizer or designee.

Term of Employment: This is a temporary position beginning as early as February 2009 and end as late as September 2009.

SEIU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position: Director of Policy Coalitions Location: Washington, DC

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Qualifications:

1. Experience with the U.S. Congress as a staff member, liaison, lobbyist or advocate on national security and/or foreign policy issues.
2. Experience as in issue advocacy, grassroots organizing or coalition development. Campaign or non-profit organization is preferred.
3. Formal education, military service or work history dealing with anti-terrorism policies, legislation and/or communications.
4. Entrepreneurial attitude; self starter who is willing to tackle complex issues with the ability to explain policy to multiple audiences, included grassroots activists, media, think tank community and Congress Salary commensurate to experience, education, and salary history.

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Big Brother -Big Sister - Pittsburgh, PA posted Week of June 7 - 13

Pittsburgh Big Brother - Big Sister - is searching for a Site Based Enrollment and Match Specialist

Position Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The position is responsible for providing a high level of customer service through the effective implementation of volunteer and child enrollment and matching process.

• In addition,

1. the individual will be responsible for providing match support to ensure child safety,
2. positive impacts for youth, constructive and,
3. satisfying relationships between children and volunteers,
4. and a strong sense of affiliation with BBBS.

• The successful employee will produce positive outcomes in the following areas:

1. match closure rate,
2. frequency of match closures,
3. average match length,
4. volunteer retention rate,
5. and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications:

• Minimum bachelors degree in social work, social services, education, counseling or related field.
• Assessment and relationship development experience with child and adult populations,
• and an understanding of child development and family dynamics.
• Specific experience in assessment, intake or interviewing, and/or family, group or individual counseling preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Must have valid driver’s license,
• meet state required automobile insurance minimums,
• and access to reliable transportation.

If you are interested in this position please submit your resume and cover letter to Tom Baker, Vice President of Programs, at tbaker@bbbspgh.org.

Ohio Democratic Party - Posted Week of June 7-13

The Ohio Democratic Party is seeking highly qualified and energetic people for the following positions:

• To apply, please submit a cover letter, your resume and three references to jobs@ohiodems.org.
• Research applicants should also include 2 writing sample of 5 pages or less. Please indicate which position(s) you are applying for in the subject of the email and within the cover letter.
• All positions require the ability to work long and irregular hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Salary is commensurate with experience. Generous benefits provided.

Regional Field Director ____________________________________________________________________

Field staff will be based in their region.

Job duties include:

• Planning and supervising the execution of the ODP and Ohio Coordinated Campaign’s volunteer voter contact program in our region.
• Implementing a voter contact training program for staff, local leaders, and activists.
• Supporting 2009 campaigns with strategic planning and tactical training for Get Out the Vote efforts
• Working with the Regional Political Director to ensure that the ODP and the Ohio Coordinated Campaign have the support f key stakeholders.
• Building relationships with local leaders and activists in preparation for a statewide campaign effort

Qualifications:

• At least 1 cycle in a field staff role, preferably in Ohio.
• Strong management skills with a focus on goal-setting and goal-achievement.
• Ability to communicate effectively, work and play well with others, work well under pressure, be detail and goal oriented.
• Strong interpersonal skills; Diplomatic & professional approach to problem solving – ability to think outside the box.
• Ideal candidates will have excellent time management & organizational skills.
• Ideal candidates must have own transportation.
  

Research Assistant ____________________________________________________________________
Research assistants work from ODP headquarters in Columbus.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducts extensive opposition research on candidates by working with a variety of public records, including campaign finance reports, corporate and business filings, news sources, and voting records, to provide politically astute analyses and written summaries
• Tracking of opposition’s campaign schedules and attending campaign events as needed
• Conducts in-depth donor vetting for political and finance teams
• Works with the Research Director and other members of the department to fulfill research needs and goals

Qualifications:

• Good time management & problem-solving skills; position requires diligence, creativity, & adaptability
• Strong writer with the ability to condense massive amounts of information into succinct briefings
• Ability to handle information of a highly confidential nature and work as a team player in a high-pressure work environment

Finance Assistant ____________________________________________________________________

Finance assistants are based either at ODP headquarters in Columbus or in their assigned region.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with maintenance of campaign database and donor research
• Organize and plan campaign events
• Assist with volunteer and intern staff
• Prep for principle call time
• Assist with web-based and other fundraising
• Other campaign related activities as assigned

Qualifications:

• Applicants must be highly organized, be good team players and have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced campaign environment.
• Strong writing and computer skills a must.