FiscalNote

Committees Reporter

FiscalNote  •  $65k - $70k/yr  •  Washington, DC (Remote)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

About the Position
This position will work with other members of the Legislative Action Team to cover congressional committee markups and legislative action on the House and Senate floors, write spot news stories and occasional longer-form enterprise. Reporters on the team cover House and Senate committee markups gavel-to-gavel and must be available to work from the U.S. Capitol buildings and press gallery office spaces for work hours largely decided by the congressional schedule.
About the Legislative Action Team
Washington’s CQ Roll Call brings up-to-date news, analysis and insights to senior decision-makers on Capitol Hill. This trusted source of unbiased, impartial information provides authoritative, nonpartisan and accurate congressional news and legislative tracking tools to its subscribers. The Legislative Action Team provides comprehensive coverage of every legislative action in Congress via bill tracking and news coverage of congressional committee markups.
About You
The preferred candidate is detail-oriented, has strong writing skills, knowledge of Capitol Hill and the legislative process, and can analyze legislative proposals on a variety of issues. The ability to facilitate relationships with congressional staff and to work in a high-paced environment under tight deadlines is vital.
The base salary range for this position is $65,000 - 70,000 per year.

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What To Expect In This Position

  • Write detailed news stories on congressional committee actions on deadline.
  • Provide detailed and informative analysis of congressional committee actions.
  • Interpret complex congressional amendments, legislation and procedural actions.
  • Cultivate relationships with congressional sources and help colleagues do the same.
  • Pitch news stories and keep editors apprised of markups in assigned coverage areas.
  • Backstop and/or collaborate with team members and others in the newsroom on committee markup coverage and tracking
  • House and Senate floor actions.
  • Perform other duties as assigned, and be a team player.

What Sets You Apart

  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field and/or equivalent experience.
  • 1+ years of reporting within an editorial team of a newspaper or a similar publication or congressional experience.
  • Strong interest in policy, politics and/or procedure.
  • Extensive research, interviewing and writing skills.
  • Ability to write objectively about legislative proposals.
  • Open to accepting constructive criticism and providing feedback.
  • Experience using social media to promote content, develop sources and interview subjects.
  • Ability to adapt and learn new technologies.
  • Ability to adapt to a flexible work schedule, including some extended work hours to meet strict deadlines.
Excited about this role, but don't meet 100% of the expected qualifications listed above? We'd still love for you to apply!When applying to FiscalNote, rest assured that your application is reviewed by a living, breathing human being and evaluated based on key competencies needed for success in the position. Our Recruiting team maintains awareness of all open roles which means your application may be assessed against multiple positions and we will reach out to gauge your interest in other opportunities as appropriate. Questions or concerns? Contact recruiting.team@fiscalnote.com, we'd be happy to connect!
As part of FiscalNote's commitment to creating an accessible and inclusive hiring process, we strive to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with medical conditions or disabilities that will enable their access to the hiring process. If you need an accommodation, please send an email to recruiting.team@fiscalnote.com to let us know the nature of your request.
About FiscalNote
FiscalNote is a leader in policy and global intelligence. By uniquely combining data, technology, and insights, FiscalNote empowers customers with critical insights and the tools to turn them into action.
Home to CQ, FrontierView, Oxford Analytica, VoterVoice, and many other industry-leading brands, FiscalNote helps organizations stay ahead of political and business risk.
At FiscalNote, we Lead with Values
Know your Audience ∙ Find the Truth ∙ Drive Alignment ∙ Level Up ∙ Own the Job ∙ Bias for Action ∙ Support the Family
FiscalNote is continuing to hire new talent, with all interviewing and on-boarding done virtually due to COVID-19. New team members, along with our current staff, will temporarily work remotely (unless communicated otherwise).
Company Benefits
FiscalNote supports our people by enabling team members with flexibility and benefits to promote well-being and balance, ensuring all FiscalNoters can bring their authentic selves to work. We start by offering competitive salaries, retirement accounts, and equity packages to ensure we’re all FN owners. Plus, our comprehensive benefits packages align with regional requirements and expectations no matter where you are located across the globe. Learn more at https://careers.fiscalnote.com/benefits/
FiscalNote values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of ethnic origin, national origin, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual orientation or age. FiscalNote is an EEOC employer.
FiscalNote uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all new employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.DHS.gov/E-Verify
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About FiscalNote

FiscalNote (NYSE: NOTE) is the leading provider of AI-driven policy and regulatory intelligence solutions. By uniquely combining proprietary AI technology, comprehensive data, and decades of trusted analysis, FiscalNote helps customers efficiently manage political and business risk. Since 2013, FiscalNote has pioneered solutions that deliver critical insights, enabling effective decision making and giving organizations the competitive edge they need. Home to PolicyNote, CQ, Roll Call, VoterVoice, and many other industry-leading products and brands, FiscalNote serves thousands of customers worldwide with global offices in North America, Europe, and Asia.

To learn more about FiscalNote and its suite of solutions, visit FiscalNote.com and follow @FiscalNote.

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Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Washington, District of Columbia
Year Founded
2013
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