We are looking for talented people to add to our team of investigators, analysts, and advocates. TCS offers internships to qualified college students and fellowships to recent college graduates.
TCS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, personal appearance, disability, veteran status, family responsibilities, marital status, political affiliation, matriculation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Open Positions
Midwest Outreach Coordinator
Position Overview:
Location: Midwest Region, United States
The Midwest Outreach Coordinator will be responsible for expanding and strengthening TCS’s presence and influence in the Midwest region. This role involves local outreach, organizing events, networking with local organizations and press, and representing TCS at various forums. The ideal candidate will have several years of experience in community outreach, public relations, or a related field, and will be adept at understanding and communicating the intersection of federal and state policy.
Key Responsibilities:
Local Outreach and Organizing
- Develop and implement outreach strategies to engage local communities and stakeholders.
- Organize and manage local events, including town halls, workshops, and public forums.
- Identify and cultivate relationships with local organizations, community leaders, and media outlets.
- Testify at field hearings and speak to local press on behalf of TCS.
Networking and Relationship Building
- Build and maintain a network of contacts with other organizations, policymakers, and the press.
- Represent TCS at regional events, conferences, and meetings to promote our mission and objectives.
- Develop familiarity with local issues and how they intersect with federal policies.
Communication and Advocacy
- Provide detailed reports and information to the DC staff about regional activities and opportunities for engagement.
- Develop press releases, social media, and other marketing materials tailored to the Midwest audience.
- Act as a spokesperson for TCS in the Midwest, ensuring consistent and accurate messaging.
Travel and Representation
- Travel as needed within the Midwest region to attend events, meet with stakeholders, and represent TCS.
- Travel to Washington, DC at least twice per year for training, meetings, and organizational events.
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of experience in community outreach, organizing, public relations, or a related area.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proven ability to network and build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Experience in public speaking and media relations.
- Ability to travel frequently within the Midwest region and occasionally to Washington, DC.Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with Midwest regional issues and political landscape.
- Experience working in a non-profit or advocacy organization.
- Demonstrated commitment to fiscal responsibility and government accountability.
Application Process:
To apply, please submit the following:
- A brief cover letter outlining your interest in TCS and the Midwest Outreach Coordinator position.
- Your resume.
- A short writing sample (2-5 pages).
- Two references, including at least one from a former employer.
Email your application with the subject line “Midwest Outreach Coordinator” to jobs@taxpayer.net.
Taxpayers for Common Sense is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
Communications and Outreach Associate
Position Overview:
The Communications and Development Associate at TCS will play a crucial role in promoting the organization’s mission and programs through digital outreach and engagement. This individual will be responsible for creating and managing content across various digital platforms, supporting fundraising initiatives, and enhancing TCS’s digital presence. The ideal candidate will have two to four years of relevant experience, a passion for TCS’s issues, a desire to grow as a communications lead, and strong writing and organizational skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Digital Outreach and Content Creation
- Develop and manage content for TCS’s social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and LinkedIn, as well as flagging opportunities for rapid responses.
- Create and distribute email blasts, newsletters, and petitions to engage and grow TCS’s audience.
- Design and implement digital ads on social media platforms and Google Ads.
- Track and analyze digital engagement metrics to optimize content and strategies.
- Help maintain and update the TCS website using WordPress, ensuring content is current and aligns with brand standards.
Design and Technical Skills
- Create visually appealing ads and promotional materials using design software (e.g., Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator as well as Canva).
- Ensure all digital content adheres to TCS’s brand guidelines and quality standards.
- Utilize email marketing platforms to segment and target communications effectively.
Communications and Policy Support
- Collaborate with the team to draft, edit, and publish content that elevates TCS’s message across various policy issues.
- Identify opportunities to promote TCS’s work and message through strategic communications.
- Support the development of fact sheets, white papers, reports, and other educational materials.
- Assist in organizing and managing communications materials and logistics for special projects, public presentations, and press events.
Fundraising and Development Support
- Assist with donor outreach and communication efforts, including the creation of proposals and reports for funders.
- Support the planning and execution of fundraising events and campaigns.
- Help manage donor records and track engagement to enhance fundraising strategies.
Qualifications:
- Relevant experience in communications, digital media, or a related field.
- Strong passion for TCS’s mission and policy issues.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex policy issues clearly and compellingly.
- Proficiency in WordPress and experience managing a website’s content and functionality.
- Demonstrated ability to create engaging social media content and manage digital ad campaigns.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize projects in a fast-paced environment.
Application Process:
To apply, please submit the following:
- A brief cover letter outlining your interest in TCS and the Communications and Outreach Associate position.
- Your resume.
- A short writing sample (2-5 pages).
- Two references, including at least one from a former employer.
Email your application with the subject line “Communications and Outreach Associate” to jobs@taxpayer.net.
Taxpayers for Common Sense is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
Research Analyst
Position Overview:
Taxpayers for Common Sense (TCS) seeks a highly motivated individual to support the research and data components of its programs and advocacy work. The analyst works as part of the Research Team, under the direction of the Vice President and Senior Policy Analysts.
TCS focuses its investigations and educational efforts on, 1) the need to eliminate wasteful spending, corporate welfare and harmful subsidies, 2) responsible federal budgeting that reflects the nation’s priorities, and 3) the need for federal management of resources and assets that preserves their value, ensures a fair return from any private interest use, and avoids future taxpayer liabilities. TCS researches and tracks Congressional action on a variety of specific national security, energy, agriculture, transportation, disaster, and resources issues. TCS is well-known for analytical products, detailed analysis of legislation, comprehensive catalogues of subsidies and earmarks, and work with allies across the ideological spectrum.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct research for fact sheets, white papers, reports, and other educational products.
- Work with program staff to draft, edit, and post regular content for the TCS website and social media.
- Monitor hearings, legislation, oversight reports, and other government action on relevant issues.
- Assist with and manage materials production and logistics for special projects, including public presentations, and press events.
- Partner with program staff on data identification, collection, aggregation, and organization.
- Research and analyze data for patterns and trends to be included in program materials and assist in data visualization for social media and website content.
Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in experience with experience in budget, economics, statistics.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated quantitative and analytical research skills with strict attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfort working under tight deadlines; willingness to commit long hours when necessary to accomplish a task on deadline.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize a multi-project workload.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Access; experience with web content management, relational database management, data modeling, and VBA, SQL, or HTML coding helpful, but not required.
This position will be located in a small and fast-paced Capitol Hill office and will have a hybrid schedule and regular contact with other staff. This requires a self-motivated and detail-oriented person with excellent organizational skills. Candidates must have exemplary research and writing skills and an ability to synthesize complicated material into accurate, accessible information for the general public. Successful candidates will show discretion, good humor, and strong judgment, and a commitment to TCS’ nonpartisan mission.
Application Process:
To apply, please submit the following:
- A brief cover letter outlining your interest in TCS and the Research Analyst position.
- Your resume.
- A short writing sample (2-5 pages).
- Two references, including at least one from a former employer.
Email your application with the subject line “Research Analyst” to jobs@taxpayer.net.
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No phone calls please. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Taxpayers for Common Sense is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
Fellowships
Taxpayers for Common Sense offers fellowship opportunities in Programmatic Work, Development/Nonprofit Administration, and Communications and Digital Media. To be considered for a fellowship, candidates must be recent college graduates.
Responsibilities:
Programmatic Work:
- Monitoring hearings, legislation, oversight reports, and other government action on relevant issues.
- Conducting research for fact sheets, white papers, reports, and other educational products.
- Aiding in collecting data and building out internal tracking spreadsheets across program areas.
- Working closely with program staff to draft, edit, and publish regular content for the TCS website and social media.
Development / Nonprofit Administration:
- Organizing and maintaining donor records.
- Editing and proofing proposals and program reports for funders.
- Researching prospective individual and foundation funders.
- Assisting with regular donor outreach and communication efforts.
Communications and Digital Media:
- Coordinate and manage tracking of organization communications including press and digital output
- Running TCS social media presence on Facebook and Twitter
- Manage organization’s digital marketing (Google AdWords, Facebook campaigns, Twitter ads, Google display ads)
- Identify, analyze, and work with the communications team to fix digital weaknesses with regards to SEO, social media engagement
As a TCS Fellow you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Learn from a small, talented staff of experienced policy professionals.
- Assume real responsibility in a fast-paced policy environment.
Qualifications and Compensation:
Strong written and oral communication skills are essential, as well as extreme attention to detail and an ability to be effective and organized in a fast-paced working environment. Previous experience in an office environment strongly preferred. Candidates from all academic disciplines will be considered as long as they have an interest in our work. TCS considers strong candidates independently for limited, competitively-paid positions.
To apply please submit the following:
Please e-mail:
- a brief cover letter outlining your interest in TCS and the fellowship in particular;
- your resume;
- a short, 2-5 page writing sample; and
- two references, at least one reference from a former employer
Email your application with the subject line “TCS Fellowship” to jobs@taxpayer.net
Taxpayers for Common Sense is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.