GREAT Research Opportunity for Economics and FIEC Majors

Sat, 24 Oct 2015 20:33:46 -0400

The Maryland Center on Economic Policy (MDCEP) is looking for a part-time Research and Administrative Assistant to provide research, writing, and operational support to staff.

The ideal candidate will be committed to MDCEP’s mission, detail oriented, a capable writer, comfortable working with data in Excel, and excellent at juggling multiple priorities. Candidates should be interested in how public policy can address economic and racial inequalities, and Maryland’s fiscal health (e.g. state budget and revenue process). They also should be familiar with the legislative process and public policies that directly impact vulnerable Maryland residents, and capable of making and critiquing economic arguments for social change.

About the Maryland Center on Economic Policy

The Maryland Center on Economic Policy is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that advances innovative policy ideas that foster broad prosperity. We believe that every Marylander should be able to achieve their full potential in a healthy economy that offers a widely shared, rising standard of living.

MDCEP engages in research, analysis, strategic communications, public education, and grassroots alliances promoting robust debate and greater public awareness of the policy choices Maryland residents face together.

Position Summary

The Research and Administrative Assistant will support the work of staff through research assistance, fact checking, and drafting written materials for internal and external use. The Assistant will also provide general support to MDCEP staff, including preparing mailings, scheduling, and updating the website. The position will report directly to the Executive Director.

The position pays $12-15 per hour, depending on experience. Our offices are in Baltimore’s Station North neighborhood near Penn Station, the light rail, and numerous bus lines.

Responsibilities

Support staff research and analysis on state budget and tax policies, and related issues.

Draft reports, fact sheets, blog posts, and other written materials for a general audience.

Monitor the status of state and federal legislation, track events and developments with consequences for the state budget and for low- and moderate-income residents.

Draft testimony for staff to present to the General Assembly.

Work effectively in informal and formal teams with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.

Assist with responses to requests for information and technical assistance from policymakers, the press, and others.

Play an active role in maintaining MDCEP’s online and social media presence.

Collaborate with state-level and national partners to advance fiscal and economic policy priorities and exchange information on best practices.

Attend conferences and other meetings on matters of interest to MDCEP.

Provide general office support for MDCEP staff, particularly the Executive Director.

Qualifications:

Strong quantitative and analytical skills, including an advanced knowledge of Excel.

College-level coursework in public policy, economics, finance, or a related field.

Familiarity with state legislative and budget processes, preferably in Maryland.

The ability to clearly and compellingly communicate technical information to non-expert audiences.

The ability to work both independently and as part of a team, to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, and to complete assigned projects under deadline.

The capacity to develop and to maintain collaborative relationships with a diverse array of individuals and organizations.

Able to work 20 hours per week (scheduling is flexible)

Willing and able to travel occasionally within the state of Maryland.

Contact

The position will remain open until filled. To apply, please forward a cover letter, resume, and transcript (unofficial okay) to: mdcep@mdeconomy.org. No phone calls.