Career Opportunities | Federation for American Immigration Reform

Full Time Positions

Junior Researcher

Government Relations Manager

Government Relations Associate

State and Local Counsel

Content Optimization Specialist

Intern Positions

FAIR Media Intern

Junior Researcher

Join a team of dedicated professionals at a dynamic time in the immigration reform movement, as the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) seeks a skilled Junior Researcher to provide support to the Director of Research and the Researcher/Staff Writer by locating, summarizing, and providing baseline analysis of relevant legal, political, historical, policy, and economic data.

Major Responsibilities:

Collects and assembles data from various sources including libraries, government repositories, online databases, and news publications.
Tracks studies and other analyses produced by major research organizations conducting on immigration.
Conducts initial analysis of data to determine its appropriateness for use in FAIR publications.
Summarizes data for Director of Research and Researcher/Staff Writer.
Produces basic cited content for inclusion in reports, analyses, and issue briefs.
Updates existing publications with new data.
Compiles bibliographies and chronologies; writes briefing memos; prepares notes on meetings and conferences; creates and maintains spreadsheets and databases.
Assists other departments with basic research requests, as indicated by the Director of Research.
Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum 0-3 years of experience as an entry-level researcher in an academic or journalistic setting.
Bachelor's degree required – preferably in the fields of political science, public policy, social science (e.g. sociology, history, communications, law/justice/society, philosophy), or economics (e.g. economics, econometrics, politics/philosophy/economics).
Demonstrated experience conducting academic research or research in support of an ongoing television or radio show.
Experience writing in academic, journalistic, and general-audience styles.
Familiarity with academic, legal, legislative, economic, historical, and journalistic research practices.
Track record of high integrity, good judgement and diplomacy

The ideal candidate possesses:

Superb writing, editing and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail.
Strong analytical skills including the ability to present complex concepts in terms non-specialized audiences can understand.
Exceptional interpersonal skills focused on consensus building.
Ability to work independently to solve logistical problems related to assigned tasks.
Self-starter, self-motivated.
Flexibility necessary to adjust to changing priorities while still producing high quality work product.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Cover letter indicating familiarity with FAIR mission, resume, and one writing sample are required for your application to be considered. Please submit the required documents to bluej@fairus.org. Transcripts will be requested if selected for interview.

This position is located at FAIR's headquarters in Washington, D.C. It is a full-time, non-exempt position. FAIR offers generous benefits; salary is commensurate with experience. The Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

(Candidates are encouraged to visit FAIR website to learn more about the organization).

Government Relations Manager

Join a team of dedicated professionals at a dynamic time in the immigration reform movement at The Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR), a national non-profit that advocates for enforcing our immigration laws and protecting American workers is seeking a candidate to serve as a lobbyist in its Federal Government Relations Department.

The position is responsible for furthering FAIR's legislative agenda of enforcing immigration laws, fighting amnesty, and protecting American workers. Responsibilities include drafting and analyzing legislation and amendments; direct lobbying; drafting reports and fact sheets; and otherwise generally assisting the advocacy work of FAIR's Government Relations Department. The Government Relations Manager reports to FAIR's Government Relations Director.

Responsibilities:

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of Congress and their staff, federal agency personnel, and coalition members.
Draft and analyze legislation and amendments .
Monitor and report on Congressional committee activities and hearings.
Assist the Government Relations Director in overseeing the placement and dissemination of the department's work product. Attend meetings and events on behalf of the Government Relations Director when needed.
Complete complex research and writing assignments on a variety of immigration-related topics and issues.
Contribute substantive materials for dissemination on FAIR’s website, blog, and to FAIR members, including legislative summaries and weekly updates, grassroots alerts, and fact sheets.
Work with the Director to represent FAIR in meetings with Congressional staff, executive officials, and coalition members.
Be a committed and effective advocate for all FAIR's programs and objectives.

Qualifications:

Law degree required. Capitol Hill or other legislative or advocacy experience strongly preferred..
Capitol Hill or other legislative advocacy experience required.
Strong research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
Must have a keen eye for detail.
Ability to set priorities, work independently, and produce materials in a consistent, efficient and timely manner.
Political experience, judgment, and discretion, including an understanding of lobbying, congressional committees, and federal legislative procedures and grassroots targeting.
Superb interpersonal and communication skills, especially the ability to explain complex policy issues in plain language.
Ability to work effectively as part of FAIR’s legislative advocacy team.
Strong commitment to FAIR’s mission and the ability to quickly gain understanding and knowledge of issues impacting immigration law or policy
Professional judgment in all aspects of one’s work; the ability to set priorities, work independently, and produce professional materials of the highest quality in a fast-paced environment.

(Candidates are encouraged to visit FAIR website to learn more about the organization).

Government Relations Associate

Join a team of dedicated professionals at a dynamic time in the immigration reform movement at The Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR), a national non-profit that advocates for enforcing our immigration laws and protecting American workers is seeking a candidate to serve as a junior lobbyist in its Federal Government Relations Department.

The position is responsible for furthering FAIR's legislative agenda of enforcing immigration laws, fighting amnesty, and protecting American workers. Responsibilities include identifying, tracking and analyzing legislative and regulatory developments; occasional direct lobbying; drafting reports and fact sheets; and otherwise generally assisting the advocacy work of FAIR's Government Relations Department. The Government Relations Manager reports to FAIR's Government Relations Director.

Responsibilities:

Identify, track, and analyze federal legislation and regulations .
Monitor and report on Congressional committee activities and hearings.
Assist the Government Relations Director and Government Relations Manager in overseeing the placement and dissemination of the department's work product. Attend meetings and events on behalf of the Government Relations Director when needed.
Complete complex research and writing assignments on a variety of immigration-related topics and issues.
Contribute substantive materials for dissemination on FAIR's website, blog, and to FAIR members, including legislative summaries and weekly updates, grassroots alerts, and fact sheets.
Work with the Director to represent FAIR in meetings with Congressional staff, executive officials, and coalition members.
Be a committed and effective advocate for all FAIR’s programs and objectives.

Qualifications:

Capitol Hill or other legislative advocacy experience strongly preferred.
Strong research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
Must have a keen eye for detail.
Ability to set priorities, work independently, and produce materials in a consistent, efficient and timely manner.
Political experience, judgment, and discretion, including an understanding of lobbying, congressional committees and federal legislative procedures and grassroots targeting.
Superb interpersonal and communication skills, especially the ability to explain complex policy issues in plain language.
Strong commitment to FAIR's mission and the ability to quickly gain understanding and knowledge of issues impacting immigration policy.
Professional judgment in all aspects of one's work; the ability to set priorities, work independently, and produce professional materials of the highest quality in a fast-paced environment.

(Candidates are encouraged to visit FAIR website to learn more about the organization).

State and Local Counsel

Join a team of dedicated professionals at a dynamic time in the immigration reform movement, as the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) expands its efforts to achieve stable immigration levels and enforceable immigration limits.

FAIR currently seeks a State and Local Counsel who will represent FAIR’s legislative and administrative interests before state legislatures, administrative and executive bodies, activists, advocacy groups, and the media.

Responsibilities of State and Local Counsel include analyzing and summarizing state and local legislation, ordinances, and initiatives; drafting policy briefs and grassroots alerts; engaging in direct and grassroots lobbying/activism; working with various FAIR departments to develop advocacy strategies; representing FAIR’s interests in issue-based coalitions; monitoring legislative committees and action; drafting reports, fact sheets, and testimony as needed; and otherwise obtaining legislative and political information and generally assisting the advocacy work of FAIR’s State and Local Department.

Responsibilities:

Monitor and analyze state and local legislation, ordinances, and policy changes.
Draft legislative summaries and policy briefs for a variety of audiences.
Work with other departments to identify, inform, and mobilize activists, members, and supporters on key pieces of legislation.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with legislators, legislative staff, advocacy groups and activists.
Develop an expertise in immigration law, policy, and politics.
Represent FAIR in coalitions, public meetings, hearings, press events, conferences, national forums, and in general communications with public officials, the media, FAIR members, the donor community, and the public.
Assist FAIR’s departments with tasks relating to education, development, publications, and media coverage.
Be a committed and effective advocate for all FAIR’s programs and objectives

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor Degree required. Must be barred in the District of Columbia (or must be willing and able to become D.C.-barred).
Legislative experience preferred.
Political judgment and sensitivity is a must.
Strong writing and communication skills, including attention to detail.
Unwavering commitment to professionalism in all aspects of one’s performance.
Ability to conduct original research, analyze data, and produce work product in a consistent, efficient, and timely manner.
Other relevant experience with public policy, education, grassroots organizing, communications, editing, and/or development.
Ability to work effectively as part of FAIR’s legislative advocacy team.

(Candidates are encouraged to visit FAIR website to learn more about the organization).

Content Optimization Specialist

FAIR is looking for a Content Optimization Specialist with experience in web development, content marketing, and analytics. A successful candidate will lead a wide-range of content initiatives to help drive website search traffic, as well as increase engagement, retention, and brand awareness. This role requires a high level of creativity, a deep understanding of, and comfort with FAIR’s mission, attention to detail, project management skills and a head for data. The Content Specialist reports to FAIR’s Director of Digital Communications Strategy.

Responsibilities:

Identify and implement SEO best practices for the organization, performing keyword research, defining target keywords, identifying growth opportunities, informing our content strategy and plan, optimizing individual website pages, blogs, social profiles, digital advertising, email marketing, etc.,
Define requirements for website page structure that will result in discovery of the website and content in search engines,
Perform ongoing keyword discovery, competitor analysis, and audience research to identify content gaps and opportunities and drive content planning/creation,
Analyze content performance and use data insights to maximize results,
Elevate and evolve content to acquire, engage, and convert online supporters,
Collaborate and provide guidance to organization departments to generate content with SEO and search marketing best practices always in mind,
Stay up-to-date with best practices in writing for the web, web usability and industry trends,
Manage, track and report SEO and content discovery KPIs,
Support digital team with various tasks (sending emails, posting to blog, creating petitions, posting to website, etc.) as needed.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as communications or marketing.
2-4 years of related, proven successful work experience, preferably with an advocacy-oriented non-profit organization or a political campaign.
Breadth of digital marketing expertise: website administration, analytics, mobile optimization, SEO.
Deep understanding of content management systems and experience working with mid to large size website (1000+) pages/documents.
Solid knowledge of HTML/CSS.
A collaborative spirit and team orientation.
Desire to work in a dynamic policy field.
Experience creating compelling messages for different audiences.
Excellent writing, reporting, and editing skills.
Solid foundational understanding of web analytics and traditional digital media KPIs; experience with Google Analytics a must.
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work both cooperatively with departments across the organization and independently when appropriate.
Demonstrated ability to lead a program with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities, driving projects to completion.
Proficiency in Google Search Console and other SEO tools for performance tracking and keyword research highly desired.

(Candidates are encouraged to visit FAIR webpage to learn more about the organization).

FAIR Media Intern

FAIR is seeking a summer intern to assist with major event planning and general media relations. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, creative, and strategic thinker with experience in media who supports FAIR's mission.

Major responsibilities

Assist with the planning and organizing of FAIR's 12^th annual Hold Their Feet to the Fire
Assist with compiling news clips and media mentions
Proof and edit press releases, op-eds, blog posts, and our weekly immigration newsletter
Create content, such as blogs, about breaking immigration news stories
Update and maintain press contacts for broadcast and print media
Be on-site during Hold Their Feet to the Fire (September 5 and 6) to help guests and radio hosts as needed
Help maintain and update media interviews tracker and other databases
Administrative support as needed

Experience/Qualifications

Must be familiar with Microsoft Office
Event planning or communications experience preferred but not required

Skills

Strong verbal and written communications skills
Self-starter, self-motivated
Detail and deadline oriented
Ability to problem solve and creatively look for solutions
Ability to carry out recurring assignments independently

Please submit cover letter describing your understanding of FAIR and Affiliates (www.fairus.org), resume and writing sample to bluej@fairus.org