Description

Position Title: Senior Policy Associate / Assistant Director of Policy

Reports to: Director of Policy  

Start Date: Immediately 

Location: Washington, DC (hybrid/remote)

Status: Full Time, Exempt

The Senior Policy Associate / Assistant Director of Policy (rank and salary are dependent upon experience) should be a talented and nimble writer with knowledge of and exposure to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and related issues, highly organized, proactive, a dedicated team player, and excited by the challenge of shaping the policy conversation about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in Congress, among foreign policy specialists, and within the American Jewish community. 

Specific responsibilities include:

• Researching and drafting issue briefs, reports, fact sheets, briefing books, and other written products as assigned, to be disseminated through the J Street Policy Center. 
• Working with the Director of Policy to implement all aspects of the policy team’s annual work plans, while also suggesting new ideas for J Street Policy Center publications and programming.
• Planning, coordinating, and assisting with logistics for J Street Policy Center symposia, in collaboration with fellow members of the J Street policy team and other J Street staff.
• Assisting the Director of Policy by serving as a subject-matter expert within the J Street team, including by answering questions from leaders and fellow staff in a timely and accurate manner and serving as a resource for the Government Affairs team regarding congressional vehicles.
• Developing and advising on content for J Street’s national events, including conventions, leadership summits, J Stream webinars, Hill briefings, and Congressional staff trainings.
• Attending and representing J Street in policy roundtables and forming/maintaining relationships within the Washington, DC policy community.

Compensation and Benefits

This is an exempt full-time position. The salary range is $60,000 - $65,000. Per J Street's Collective Bargaining Agreement, pay and title are commensurate with experience and according to pay bands outlined in our CBA. 

Our comprehensive benefits package includes unlimited personal time off, sick leave, generous parental and family leave, paid time off on many federal and Jewish holidays, health and dental insurance, company-paid life insurance, a 401k program including an employer match, commuter benefits, and a flexible spending account. 

J Street recognizes a staff bargaining unit affiliated with IFPTE Local 70, a union for non-profit workers. This position is included in J Street’s bargaining unit and is covered under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement. 

Physical Requirements

There are no extraordinary physical requirements for the performance of the essential functions of this position. J Street will make reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. In order to prioritize the health and safety of all employees J Street employees are required to provide proof of up-to-date COVID vaccination. J Street will discuss reasonable accommodations with employees who may be unable to receive a vaccine due to disability, the advice of a medical provider, or sincerely held religious beliefs. 

To Apply

We are excited to receive applications from a broad range of applicants as we grow our organization to better reflect the diversity of the communities that care about our mission. Please submit the items listed below:

1. Resume
2. Cover letter that explains: 1) why you are specifically interested in working at J Street and 2) qualified for and interested in this specific position
3. Writing sample – if possible, one that best showcases your expertise in J Street’s policy issues; otherwise, it could display expertise in other policy issues or the ability to draft policy memos on other topics 
4. List of Three References

Applications are being accepted now and the position will be filled as quickly as possible.

At J Street we value an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to understanding and valuing each other’s perspectives at all levels of the organization thereby creating a culture that allows us to better serve our employees, and the communities we work with. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one’s employment and fellowship, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.

Requirements

Required and Desired Skills and Characteristics

Must Have:

Applicants should have 3-5 years of experience and a track record demonstrating the following required characteristics and skills:

• A strong commitment to and passion for J Street’s pro-Israel, pro-peace, pro-democracy mission;
• Excellent written, research and verbal communication skills;
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, able to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently as well as in a team;
• Eager to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment;
• Creative thinking and eagerness to generate and contribute new ideas;
• Interest in networking within the DC policy and diplomatic communities.

Nice to have:

• Hebrew language proficiency;
• Lived or spent significant time in Israel-Palestine;
• Knowledge of the DC foreign policy community (including think-tanks and centers).