Policy Associate

Policy Associate

Location: One of the following regional office locations: Jacksonville, Tallahassee, Orlando

Employment Type: Regular (Fellowship), Full-time, Exempt

Salary band: $60,000/year

Reports to: Policy and Research Director

Anticipated Timeline: January/2025 - June/2026

Organization Overview:

Florida Rising is an independent political organization bringing together Black and Brown communities to create a state where every person can be safe, happy, healthy, and whole. We organize multi-racial, inclusive movements to win elections, change laws, and demand Justice On Every Block. We’re a people-powered organization made up of members advancing economic and racial justice across Florida. Every individual has power but we have more power together.

Job Description:

Florida Rising seeks an Associate with an interest in civil rights and community-led social justice to join our Policy team. The Policy Associate will be responsible for supporting the work of the Policy and Research department. Research and support will focus on our five pillars of work (Housing Justice, Criminal Systems Reform, Voting Rights, Reproductive Justice, and Climate Justice). They will track legislators and legislation, assist with Legislative Session, and assist with research and analysis. They will provide logistical and administrative support to the Policy and Research Director.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Build a body of research to support our policy priorities by working with the Policy and Research Director, Campaigns, and Organizing Departments.
• Track and monitor local and state policy affecting members, especially Black, brown, LGBTQ, immigrant, and working class communities.
• Work closely with the Campaigns Team and Organizing Team to identify evidence-based legislation for our Justice On Every Block policy platforms.
• Work closely with the Policy and Research Director and Senior Political Advisor during Legislative Session
• Monitor current news and social media for relevant content regarding our policy priorities
• Work with the Political Team to monitor local and state elected officials’ vote records and support during endorsement processes.
• Identify emerging issues and areas of work that need further research
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Must have a strong interest in the issues impacting disenfranchised communities, preferably as it relates to Climate, Housing, Voting, Reproductive Rights, and/or Criminal Systems.
• Must have academic research (preferably in the social sciences) experience.
• Applicants must share a strong commitment to Florida Rising’s mission and be comfortable in diverse communities, adaptable to being educated, and careful to use respectful language.
• Must be detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines.
• Must be curious and always eager to learn more
• Must have strong written communication skills and be willing to provide a writing sample.
• Ability to take direction, give clear feedback, and work independently for long periods of time to accomplish large tasks with multiple components required.
• Ability to moderate virtual meetings using platforms like Zoom and Google Meet a plus
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Preferred office administrative experience
• Fluency in English required; Spanish and or Haitian Creole speaking a plus
• Travel logistics planning experience a plus
• Google Workspace experience a plus
• Experience with community organizing a plus
• Experience working on civil rights policy a plus
• Reliable transportation, and valid Driver License; up to 25% intra-state travel expected

Generous benefits package that includes complimentary healthcare options, matching 401(k), stipends, paid holidays, and paid time off.

Florida Rising is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and bilingual individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Did a Florida Rising employee encourage you to apply? If so, who?
• Do you have a personal or professional relationship with an Florida Rising employee that may provide a reference?
• Are you bilingual?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tallahassee, FL 32308