Policy Coordinator

The Clean Slate Initiative•Orlando, FL

5d•Remote

About The Position

The Clean Slate Initiative is seeking a Policy Coordinator to support our policy team through project management, policy research, and technical assistance. Reporting to the Public Policy Director, this role will help maintain knowledge of record relief policies across all 50 states, support cross-functional initiatives, and develop resources that inform CSI's policy, campaign, and implementation work. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and enjoys translating complex policy information into practical tools that help teams make informed decisions.

Requirements

Experience conducting policy, legislative, legal, or public policy research
Highly organized, intellectually curious, and energized by digging into policy details
Strong project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
The ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills and confidence working across teams
A passion for advancing equitable criminal justice policy and the mission of the Clean Slate Initiative
Familiarity working with Asana, Google Workspace, PolicyNote, Airtable, or the equivalent
Currently reside in the United States and be authorized to work in the United States
Work collaboratively with a team in various time zones
Be close to a major airport with the ability to travel approximately 10-15%
Attend required onsite planning meetings at least 2 times a year in various locations
Attend 1 all staff learning trip and our annual convening each year
Applicants for employment in the United States must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.
Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

Responsibilities

Support the Policy Department's day-to-day operations through project management, meeting coordination, and task tracking
Contribute to both small-scale initiatives and larger strategic policy projects while ensuring timelines and deliverables stay on track
Create, maintain, and update internal policy tracking tools, legislative comparison frameworks, and knowledge templates related to record relief laws across all 50 states
Track legislative developments using PolicyNote and maintain accessible summaries of state policy landscapes, implementation questions, and emerging trends
Develop and maintain policy resources that support research, campaign planning, implementation, and technical assistance across CSI
Conduct research on record relief and adjacent policies, including sealing, expungement, automated relief, and petition-based relief
Compile and organize policy information, including eligibility rules, exclusions, waiting periods, procedural requirements, implementation structures, and other key policy choices
Respond to policy questions from CSI staff and support technical assistance, coalition, and partner meetings as needed