Law Team Staff Writer

Ballotpedia

. Conduct original research and analysis on election policy topics .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $42,500 - $44,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in election policy research and analysis, with a strong understanding of the U.S. political system and election administration. Proficient in writing clear, neutral, and concise articles while managing data and collaborating effectively across departments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Election Policy ResearchLegislative Research ExperienceData Management Using SpreadsheetsWriting SkillsKnowledge of U.S. Political System

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Hard Skills

Election Policy AnalysisResearch SkillsData AnalysisWriting Guidelines AdherenceArticle Development

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailCollaborative WorkProblem-SolvingFeedback Responsiveness

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Industry Keywords

Election Administration PoliciesBallotpediaU.S. Election PolicyTaxonomy of BiasLegislation Tracker

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct original research and analysis on election policy topics
Develop 50-state knowledge of election administration policies and procedures, including policy changes, debates, and litigation
Understand when news events require updates to Ballotpedia articles
Identify opportunities for new election policy articles and analysis
Build and manage assigned articles according to writing guidelines and quality standards
Contribute to Ballotpedia’s Election Policy Legislation Tracker
Monitor breaking news daily and update articles in a timely manner
Develop new articles in response to news
Contribute to Ballotpedia newsletter products
Use and generate complex procedure checklist documentation
Keep the managing editor informed of project progress
Learn and apply Ballotpedia’s taxonomy of bias
Interact professionally with co-workers, customers, and media
Write neutrally, clearly, concisely, accurately, and completely about complex topics

Requirements

What you’ll need

Passion for Ballotpedia’s mission
Knowledge of the United States political system
Personal interest in U.S. election policy
Professional or academic writing or legislative research experience
Experience using spreadsheets to manage large quantities of data
Superb organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability and desire to work collaboratively with staff from multiple departments
Comfort seeking and responding to feedback
Drive for innovation and flexibility
Ability to identify and solve problems proactively
Self-awareness and drive toward constant improvement
Interest in or experience using AI tools to increase productivity
Ability to work remotely from a home location
Computer with Internet access
Familiarity with Google Suite, Slack, and Asana helpful
Must be authorized to work in the United States, as verified through E-Verify
Application requires résumé, cover letter, and neutral writing sample under five pages
Current address must be included in résumé or cover letter

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual benefits stipend equivalent to $8,000, paid in equal increments in each paycheck once benefits eligible
Benefits stipend may be used for a full benefits package, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement accounts; and more
Flexible work environment (BP Flex)
Unlimited vacation
Flexible scheduling
Remote work from home
New employee training on Ballotpedia’s flexible environment