Policy Director
About the Position
The Policy Director leads the organization’s policy agenda. Coordinating with attorneys, engineers, stations, and other allies, the Policy Director is responsible for proposing and winning policies that allow community radio to thrive. The Policy Director shares the vision of community controlled media with policymakers, press, allies, and the general public, communicating the policy changes needed to achieve that vision.
For this job, a commitment to our mission, strong communication skills, and comfort with learning the technical and legal aspects of radio regulation are crucial. We prioritize these qualities more highly than formal policy experience. If you believe in the value of communities owning their own media and you’re not afraid to dig into the wonky details, we want you to apply!
Responsibilities
Develop positions and advocate at the FCC on behalf of community radio stations
File comments on relevant proceedings at the FCC and at other agencies as needed
Monitor policy developments that can affect community radio and share them with staff and stations
Evaluate and advocate for proposals involving new technologies and their impacts on the community media field
Work with Communications Director to represent Prometheus in public and coordinate press on matters connected to policy
Maintain strong relationships with DC based policy coalitions and allies as well as relevant staff at FCC and in Congress
Maintain relationships with engineers, attorneys, journalists, academics and other experts who contribute their expertise to Prometheus
Work with station support staff to assess stations’ regulatory and policy needs
Commission and conduct academic studies as needed for the advancement of community radio
Develop popular articles and multimedia presentations on issues of interest to community radio
Participate in shared responsibilities related to organizational governance, professional development and collective learning
Required Qualifications
Commitment to the mission of Prometheus and media justice
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong research skills
Strong comfort with and willingness to learn technical and regulatory issues
Ability to work collaboratively with staff, board members, volunteers and interns
Must live or be willing to relocate to the Philadelphia area
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with policy advocacy
Familiarity with radio or telecommunications regulation
Background in community radio
Spanish language skills
Salary and Benefits
Prometheus has a collective staff structure and all paid staff receive the same hourly rate of compensation. The salary for this position is $35,000, and benefits include health insurance, vacation and sick time, and flexible scheduling. The position is based in Philadelphia, with regular travel to Washington DC.
To Apply
We are committed to developing leaders from communities which have been historically disenfranchised from media access, including the poor and working class, people of color, immigrants, women, LGBT and queer people, seniors and youth. People from these groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Prometheus considers applicants for positions without regard to any legally protected status.
To apply, send a resume, cover letter, and at least one writing sample to stephanie@prometheusradio.org, and include "Policy Director Position" in the subject line.
The application deadline is Wednesday, May 22, 2013.
