Policy & Special Projects Associate

**About the Role** Talarico for Texas is building a movement to take back power for working people. The campaign is seeking a full-time Policy & Special Projects Associate to produce high-quality policy research and support various cross-departmental projects. **Responsibilities** - Research policy issues, ongoing policy debates, and Congressional actions - Draft one-pagers, issue briefs, and talking points - Help build and maintain relationships with community leaders, policy experts, and advocacy groups to gather diverse perspectives on policy issues - Track and draft responses to incoming inquiries and feedback about James’ policy priorities - Support special projects in collaboration with other campaign departments **Qualifications** - Prior campaign or policy experience is preferred, but not required - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Exceptional critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills - Discretion when dealing with sensitive information - Ability to learn quickly, implement feedback, and meet tight deadlines under pressure - Willingness to be a team player and support colleagues and the campaign at large **How to Apply** To apply, please send the following materials to rachel@jamestalarico.com and gina@jamestalarico.com with the subject line, “[LAST NAME] Policy & Special Projects Associate”: - A resume - A cover letter - A policy writing sample (research or policy paper, policy op-ed) Reports to: Policy Director Location: Austin, Texas (statewide travel sometimes required) Salary: $5,000 per month Benefits: Health care, paid time off, sick leave *Talarico for Texas is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique backgrounds and perspectives of every individual and strive to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds. We especially encourage those whose voices and experiences are often underrepresented in political and public service spaces to apply.*