Policy Program Assistant
American Meteorological Society

The AMS is currently accepting applications for the position of Policy Program Assistant in the AMS Policy Program. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree and have excellent communication and organizational skills. Relevant experience is a plus but not required. The Policy Program Assistant will report directly to the Director of the AMS Policy Program.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting all aspects of the Policy Program’s activities and operations
• Assisting with program development and implementation
• Helping plan and implement Capitol Hill briefings (www.ametsoc.org/cb)
• Planning and contributing to AMS Policy Program studies, meetings, and events (www.ametsoc.org/studies)
• Providing support for the AMS Summer Policy Colloquium (www.ametsoc.or/spc)
• Contributing to outreach efforts focused on the executive and legislative branches, the scientific community, the media, and the public
• Helping organize and coordinate Policy Program communication efforts including: developing program literature and publications, helping to design, create, and update the Policy Program website and serving as a liaison on behalf of the Policy Program to policy makers, the media, the AMS membership, and the private sector.
• Assisting with fundraising efforts, primarily through grant writing
• Providing administrative and office management support as needed
• Other duties as necessary to contribute to the overall success of the Society

Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ degree
• Excellent written and oral communication capabilities
• Organizational skills

This is a full-time position, located in our Washington D.C. office. The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience. AMS employees receive health insurance and a generous benefits package.

If you are interested in this position, please apply here .

 

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