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About the Position
This position will work with other members of the Legislative Action reporting team to ensure that CQ’s committee markup coverage is thorough and immediately relevant. Duties related to legislative data and live House and Senate floor coverage will be performed as assigned. This position is within the Editorial department.
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About the Legislative Action Team
The Legislative Action Team produces fast, concise and comprehensive descriptions of the legislative proposals debated in congressional committees as well as the House and Senate floors to provide CQ Roll Call’s clients and the newsroom with superior information. Our work offers insight on the people and institutions that influence public policy and legislation, keeping readers updated on a weekly, daily and real-time basis with coverage of every legislative action in Congress via breaking news, bill tracking and member profiles.
About You
This position requires exceptional accuracy and attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure and meet firm deadlines, and an understanding of the legislative process. Committees reporters cover congressional committee action gavel-to-gavel and must be available to work hours largely decided by the congressional schedule.
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 maintain a calendar of key dates and events in assigned coverage areas.
- Backstop and/or collaborate with team members and others in the newsroom on committee markup coverage.
- Read, summarize and analyze bill text and floor actions; prepare impartial, fact-based bill summaries of all measures and amendments that are the subject of floor activity in either chamber for publication or internal newsroom circulation.
- Master a handful of operational tools, procedures and software systems to maintain CQ’s legislative data and develop a broad understanding of CQ Roll Call databases and legislative tracking products.
- Balance long hours and an unpredictable congressional schedule while juggling multiple assignments.
- Work with editors and other reporters to develop reporting, writing and general news-gathering skills; cultivate relationships with congressional and government agency sources for journalistic and document-sourcing purposes.
- In time, report breaking news from the House and Senate floors and promptly respond to -- and act upon -- newsroom questions or requests for floor information.
- 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.
- 2-3 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.
- Ability to read and summarize drafts of legislation and amendments, drawing relevant context from the U.S. Code and relevant, reliable sources.
- Experience with large amounts of data entry, proofing and related research.
- Strong attention to detail and good organizational abilities.
- Ability to develop sources, gather information and process content consistently with CQ Roll Call’s editorial style and standards.
Excited about this role, but don't meet 100% of the expected qualifications listed above? We'd still love for you to apply! FiscalNote is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where unique experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. Research has continuously shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all of the listed qualifications. We want to help overcome this trend and seek to make space for unique and relevant skills and attributes. So, 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 the premier information services company focused on global policy and market intelligence. By combining AI technology, expert analysis, and legislative, regulatory, and geopolitical data, FiscalNote is reinventing the way that organizations minimize risk and capitalize on opportunity.
Home to CQ, Roll Call, Oxford Analytica, and VoterVoice, FiscalNote empowers more than 5,000 clients worldwide to monitor, manage, and act on the issues that matter most to them. To learn more about FiscalNote and its family of brands, visit FiscalNote.com and follow @FiscalNote.
At FiscalNote, we Lead with Values
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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.
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