Government Relations Associate

This role is remote.

We prioritize the following locations for hiring: CA, CT, DC, GA, IL, LA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, SC, TX, VA, VT; but we welcome candidates from other states to apply as well.

About the Roosevelt Institute

The Roosevelt Institute takes on today’s greatest public policy challenges by advancing bold, cutting-edge research and policy ideas. We believe that the future of the American economy and our democracy depends on a new way of thinking about markets and government—and have successfully engaged with policymakers and the media to inform and shape public debate. Too few people hold too much economic and political power today, and we know that a stronger society is possible if we rectify this imbalance between private actors and the public. With a commitment to transforming corporations, restructuring markets, reviving democratic institutions, and reimagining the role of government, our work moves our nation toward a more resilient, equitable, and green future.

The Roosevelt Institute is a think tank, a student network, and the nonprofit partner to the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum that, together, are learning from the past and working to redefine our collective future. Focusing on corporate and public power, labor and wages, and the economics of race and gender inequality, the Roosevelt Institute unifies experts, invests in young leaders, and advances progressive policies that bring the legacy of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt into the 21st century.

Our Culture

At Roosevelt, we recognize that the culture of the workplace and opportunities for career growth and development are important to all. We believe that diversity of background and experience among our people make our work to rewrite the rules of our social and economic realities stronger. Roosevelt is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms in policy and practice to consider all applications in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, military status, height and weight, genetic predisposition or carrier status, arrest record, or other legally protected status. We strongly encourage people with diverse work and life experiences, diverse educational backgrounds, and diverse cultures to apply.

What You’ll Do

The Government Relations Associate will support the work of the Roosevelt Institute and Roosevelt Forward’s government relations (GR) team. They will have prior experience interacting with staff in congressional offices or with other busy policymakers and will ideally possess some knowledge and understanding of the federal legislative process, including Congress’s interactions with the executive branch and with federal agencies. They will be well-organized, comfortable with deadlines, experienced using email in a responsible and professional way, and interested in developing their writing skills. They will have a demonstrable grasp of progressive policies and priorities and an interest in promoting these priorities with lawmakers, agencies, and staff.

The government relations team is the connective tissue between the Roosevelt Institute and the government at all levels. The team regularly engages with members of Congress and their staff, administration and agency officials at the federal level, and state and local officials. This role will report to both the Managing Director of Appointments and the Managing Director of Government Relations This is a non-management, unionized, team role.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Organize and track GR outreach materials, ensuring that materials are accessible and easy to find for an audience of busy policymakers
• Handle team logistics such as setting up calls and scheduling meetings with agencies and congressional offices
• Maintain GR database in Salesforce
• On occasion, draft materials for outreach

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person holding this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The Roosevelt Institute reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

What You’ll Have

• Experience writing professional emails and other correspondences
• Familiarity with Salesforce or other CRM platforms
• Experience drafting talking points and/or memos
• At least 1 year of experience working at a think tank, campaign, advocacy organization, Congressional or other legislative office, or as a personal assistant
• A bachelor’s degree in politics, government, public policy, nonprofit management, or other relevant focus is preferred; other relevant education or experience may be substituted.

Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? Please apply!

We know talent comes in many forms. Join our team and help envision a new equitable future for all.

The salary range for this role is $59,000 – $63,000 annually. The Roosevelt Institute offers excellent benefits that include 100 percent paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and 80 percent paid for dependents; life insurance; vacation; personal and sick time; paid parental leave; professional development; healthcare, dependent care, and commuter FSA; and a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 4 percent contribution.