Policy Strategist
Quick answer
The American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey (ACLU-NJ) is hiring a mid-level Policy Strategist (New Jersey, USA) paying $80,000, with a comprehensive benefits package, to advance civil rights and liberties through legislative advocacy and policy strategy.
- Role
- Policy Strategist
- Organization
- American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey (ACLU-NJ)
- Location
- New Jersey, USA
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $80,000, commensurate with experience
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
The American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey (ACLU-NJ) is seeking a policy strategist to advance civil rights and liberties through legislative advocacy and policy strategy, relationship building, and communications.
What you'll do
- Advance ACLU-NJ’s legislative and public policy agenda
- Research and analyze laws and policies
- Develop and implement lobbying and advocacy strategies
- Build and maintain relationships with government officials and community leaders
- Support communications on priority legislation and campaigns
- Represent ACLU-NJ at public forums and conferences
What it takes
- At least two years of experience in public policy advocacy and research
- Demonstrated commitment to civil rights and civil liberties
- Excellent policy analysis, research, and written and oral advocacy skills
- Experience with legislative procedures and bill drafting
- Ability to proactively build and cultivate effective relationships
- Experience working in coalition
What you'll bring
How we treat you
30 days paid time off, 12 office holidays and 16 health care leave days, medical, vision, and dental insurance, 20 weeks (100 days) paid family leave, life and long-term disability insurance, pre-tax transit benefits, 401(k) plan with employer match
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in New Jersey, USA, with a remote work option and occasional in-person meetings.
What is the compensation?
The salary range for this position is $80,000, commensurate with experience.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include at least two years of experience in public policy advocacy and research, excellent policy analysis and research skills, and a demonstrated commitment to civil rights and civil liberties.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by February 28, 2024, and can be sent to the ACLU-NJ's recruitment email address.
Is the job remote?
The job is primarily remote with occasional in-person meetings.
How to apply
Apply directly on American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey (ACLU-NJ)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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