Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$110k–$120k/yr
Everytown for Gun Safety, the largest gun violence prevention advocacy group in the country, is seeking a passionate, dedicated attorney to join its Policy team. The Policy team works to advance Everytown's mission to re…
Skills: Legislative Drafting, Legal Research, Legal Analysis, Policy Strategy, Writing
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · Hybrid
$71k–$73k/yr
Everytown for Gun Safety is looking for two (2) Organizing Managers to join the Advocacy Campaigns team to continue the development and success of the organization. Each Organizing Manager oversees several state-level vo…
Skills: Volunteer Management, Grassroots Organizing, Strategic Planning, Campaign Development, Mentoring
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The Policy Counsel will draft and advise on gun safety legislation and perform research on firearm-related jurisprudence. They will collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to implement multi-state policy strategies and represent the organization in public forums.
Candidates must possess a J.D., membership in a state bar, and at least two years of relevant professional experience. Strong research, writing, and communication skills are required, along with a commitment to preventing gun violence.
Everytown for Gun Safety, the largest gun violence prevention advocacy group in the country, is seeking a passionate, dedicated attorney to join its Policy team. The Policy team works to advance Everytown's mission to reduce gun violence by improving gun-related laws and regulations in all 50 states and at the federal level, generating groundbreaking original research, and contributing to Everytown's position as a thought leader in the gun violence prevention movement. A key part of the role will be to work as part of an internal, cross-departmental team to develop, advise on, and implement a complex, multi-state policy strategy in a region. You will also need to work in collaboration with state legislators, advocacy organizations, lobbyists, and other influencers to seize opportunities to pass and protect lifesaving gun violence prevention laws at the state level.
Responsibilities will include:
Draft and advise on legislation to promote gun safety at the state and local level
Analyze legislation, legal opinions, and criminal court records
Perform research on Second Amendment and other firearm-related jurisprudence and gun laws around the country
Contribute to research reports and draft other public-facing materials
Work cooperatively with and support teams engaged in Government Affairs, Political, Research, Communications, and Digital projects
Review the organization's products and communications materials for accuracy, including reports, speeches, op-eds, emails, and social media posts
Represent the organization before legislative bodies and in other public forums
Qualifications:
J.D. and membership in a state bar
2 or more years of relevant professional experience
Ability to forge strong relationships with colleagues in positions across the organization and work toward a common goal
Excellent research, writing, and editing skills with outstanding attention to detail
Ability to explain complicated legal concepts to a general audience
Strong work ethic, sense of humor, flexibility, creativity, and a professional demeanor
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-moving environment and deliver timely and high-quality work
Willingness to travel on occasion, possibly on short notice
Comfort working in a sometimes hectic open-plan office
Strong commitment to reducing and preventing gun violence
This is a full-time position based in New York City or DC reporting to the Director of Policy Advocacy. Salary commensurate with experience and skill; very generous benefits.
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please include a thoughtful cover letter, including any salary requirements, and a resume.
DIVERSE WORKFORCE AND OPEN CULTURE
Candidates who identify as members of historically underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply to Everytown. A diverse workforce and open culture are at the heart of our organization and vital to our success.
Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
You can learn about the framework that guides our work by viewing Everytown's Organizations Values
About Everytown for Gun Safety
Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund (“Everytown for Gun Safety”) is the largest gun violence prevention organization in the country with nearly 11 million supporters and more than 700,000 donors, including moms, mayors, survivors, students, and everyday Americans who are fighting for common-sense gun safety measures that can help save lives. Learn more at www.everytown.org and follow us @Everytown.
Everytown for Gun Safety is a movement of Americans working together to end gun violence and build safer communities.
Everytown is a movement of Americans working together to end gun violence and build safer communities. Gun violence touches every town in America. For too long, change has been thwarted by the Washington gun lobby and by leaders who refuse to take common-sense steps that will save lives. But something is changing. More than 1.5 million mayors, moms, cops, teachers, survivors, gun owners, and everyday Americans have come together to make their own communities safer. Together, we are fighting for the changes that we know will save lives. Everytown starts with you, and it starts in your town.
Everytown for Gun Safety is a movement of Americans working together to end gun violence and build safer communities.
Everytown is a movement of Americans working together to end gun violence and build safer communities. Gun violence touches every town in America. For too long, change has been thwarted by the Washington gun lobby and by leaders who refuse to take common-sense steps that will save lives. But something is changing. More than 1.5 million mayors, moms, cops, teachers, survivors, gun owners, and everyday Americans have come together to make their own communities safer. Together, we are fighting for the changes that we know will save lives. Everytown starts with you, and it starts in your town.
