Citizens League

Job Announcement: Program Associate

The Citizens League (www.citizensleague.net) is a membership-based, non-profit public affairs research and education organization in the Twin Cities. Through its citizen-based research program, the League develops recommendations for policymakers on a variety of issues. The League also conducts policy breakfasts, special events, and produces a monthly public affairs publication. It also works at the Legislature and with policymakers in other settings. Program Associates should be able to assume a variety of duties to support the activities of the League, including:

Key areas of accountability

Research: Supporting the work of citizen study committees by developing a work plan, organizing expert presentations to educate the committee, conducting research and writing issue memos for the committee, preparing report drafts, preparing correspondence and minutes for each meeting and writing a final report.

Publication: Manage the League’s monthly public policy journal, work with staff to organize article series and topics, and develop the organization’s monthly newsletter. Author articles based on League research projects.

Communications: Work with staff to communicate League positions and policy statements to the media, policymakers, and other key entities. Organize press releases and meetings with reporters.

Policy Advocacy: Work with Legislators, Commissioners, and other elected officials to promote recommendations and policy statements. Preparing testimony and presenting the League’s work to the Legislature and other policymakers.

Desired qualifications

· An advanced degree in an appropriate field, or three or more years of experience in public policy.
· Excellent writing, administrative, organizational, analytical skills.
· Basic web page content and management, flexible computer skills.
· Applicant’s ability to build constructive working relationships with a diverse group or individuals and viewpoints is critical to success in this position.

Compensation: Starting salary between $28,000 and $33,500. Excellent benefit package, including health and vacation.

Please send a resume and cover letter by Friday, September 5, to:

Sean Kershaw
Citizens League
708 South 3rd Street, Suite 500
Minneapolis, MN 55415
skershaw@citizensleague.net