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News Team Staff Researcher
BallotpediaCore Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in monitoring political news and updating content with accuracy, while effectively managing databases and spreadsheets. Strong writing and editing skills are essential for generating clear and concise information about elections and officeholders.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Knowledge Of The United States' Political SystemExperience Working With Databases And SpreadsheetsStrong Written And Verbal Communication SkillsProject Management And Multitasking SkillsFamiliarity With Google Suite, Slack, And Asana
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Monitor media, political websites, and official government sources for breaking news updates
- Update relevant Ballotpedia articles based on identified stories
- Track and update information in Ballotpedia’s database
- Ensure data accuracy on the site and in the database
- Conduct regular reviews of federal, state, and local officeholder and candidate lists
- Follow processes, systems, and procedures assigned by editors and supervisors
- Generate neutral, clear, and concise content about complex topics
- Research officeholders, candidates, and elections, including websites, social media handles, and election dates
- Proofread content
- Interact professionally with co-workers, customers, and media
- Research jurisdictions for potential inclusion on Ballotpedia’s site and database
- Complete tracking spreadsheets documenting updates
Requirements
What you’ll need- Passion for Ballotpedia’s mission
- Knowledge of the United States' political system and elections
- Experience working with databases and spreadsheets
- Experience in writing and/or editing; professional writer and/or editor experience preferred
- Superb organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments
- Strong project management, multitasking, prioritization, and follow-through skills
- Innovation, flexibility, and proactive problem-solving ability
- Willingness to work periodic evenings and weekends
- Interest in or experience using AI tools to increase productivity
- Computer with Internet access
- Familiarity with Google Suite, Slack, and Asana helpful
- Must be authorized to work in the United States, verified through E-Verify after accepting an offer
- Résumé, cover letter, and neutral writing sample required for application
Benefits
Comp & perks- Annual benefits stipend equivalent to $8,000, paid in equal increments in each paycheck once benefits eligible
- Full benefits package may include health, vision, and dental insurance
- Retirement accounts
- Unlimited vacation
- Flexible scheduling through BP Flex
- Remote work environment
- New employee training
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Database ManagementContent WritingContent EditingData AccuracyResearch SkillsProofreadingTracking SpreadsheetsPolitical ResearchNeutral WritingAttention To Detail
Soft Skills
Organizational SkillsCollaborationProblem-SolvingFlexibilityProactive Attitude
Tools & Technologies
Google SuiteSlackAsanaAI Tools
Industry Keywords
BallotpediaElectionsOfficeholdersCandidatesPolitical Websites