Policy Advisor, Technology Policy

Third Way

2d•$68,000 - $77,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Third Way is a national think tank and advocacy organization that champions moderate policy and political ideas. Since our founding in 2005, we have served as a critical bulwark against political extremism by advancing values-driven, reform-oriented solutions on the defining issues of our time. Our work is grounded in the mainstream American values of opportunity, freedom, security, and democratic capitalism, and we advocate for the vital center across seven major areas: climate and energy, economy, education, health care, national security, politics, and social policy. Third Way is seeking a Policy Advisor to focus on research and policy development related to technology and innovation. This position is for someone who is optimistic about technology’s impact on our economy, our security, and our day-to-day lives. This person will help shape and make the case for a tech policy agenda that accounts for risks without sacrificing tech’s benefits. As part of that work, this person will develop and advance policy ideas in collaboration with external partners and help convene events for government leaders and policy advocates. This position will report to the Director of Technology Policy and will collaborate with intersecting teams across the entire Third Way organization.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in the tech industry, with the federal government, a research institution, or advocacy organization
Knowledge of the federal policymaking system, specifically around technology and innovation
Experience working in a professional manner with public sector officials, to include Members of Congress, the Administration, and the advocacy community
A demonstrated interest in technology-related policy issues, especially online privacy, children’s safety, competition and antitrust, and artificial intelligence
A demonstrated ability to write clearly on complex topics for an audience of non-experts
Experience balancing short- and long-term projects and meeting deadlines in a timely manner with minimal supervision
A graduate degree or an undergraduate degree in a relevant field

Responsibilities

Conducting in-depth research and analysis to understand and explain technological innovations and the necessary policy responses
Authoring written reports and memos that persuasively explain how lawmakers should approach tech regulation
Analyzing proposed policy ideas and assessing their impact
Meeting with a diverse cross-section of external partners including Capitol Hill and Administration staff as well as leaders in industry, nonprofits, and academia
Working with other members of Third Way's economic, communications, and outreach teams to help plan and execute events and digital collateral