The Brennan Center is a singular organization that is part think tank, part hard-hitting public interest law firm. Our work focuses on core democracy issues including voting rights, election reform, access to justice, fair wages and protection of liberty interests in the fight against terrorism.

We seek a Web Editor to help develop and maintain a website that is a reliable, up-to-the-moment source of information and opinion on our issues.

The Web Editor reports to the Director of Communications and works with the Communications team to edit and maintain the Center’s website. The Web Editor will also assist with general advocacy efforts.

Core responsibilities include:

* Updating the website on a daily basis to make it a dynamic and important resource for activists, journalists and citizens
* Developing and maintaining blogs
* Helping develop and maintain CRM systems
* Helping to draft content for the Center’s website and public education materials

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have:

* A bachelor’s or advanced degree
* Significant journalistic experience and media savvy
* In depth knowledge of, and fluency in, the world of technology
* Innovative ideas about how technology can be to used in social change efforts
* Very strong writing and communication skills
* An openness to evolving responsibilities
* A demonstrated commitment to social justice issues

Applications:

Please send (a) cover letter, (b) resume, (c) the names and telephone numbers of three references by e-mail to: brennancenterjobs@nyu.edu with “Web Editor, Communications and Strategy” in the subject line. No phone calls, please. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled, applicants are encouraged to send materials soon. The deadline for all applications is June 8, 2007.