Policy Advisor

About the Job

About Encode AI
Encode AI advocates for responsible AI development that serves the public interest. We’ve helped shape major AI policy wins across the federal and state level, including California’s SB 1047, New York’s RAISE Act, the federal TAKE IT DOWN Act, and America’s first nuclear weapons AI safeguards.

We also hold the industry accountable through strategic challenges, including our amicus brief and coalition letter, which contributed to OpenAI maintaining its nonprofit status. Our specialty is converting smart policy ideas into action and getting them across the finish line through coalition building, political strategy, and hands-on advocacy. AI policy is high-stakes work with tight deadlines.

We’re looking for someone who’s genuinely motivated by the mission and ready to work hard to make good policy happen.

Role Overview
Base Pay: $120,000 — $180,000

In this role, you’ll be a versatile team member who drives full-stack policy development throughout all areas of our organization. Responsibilities include:

Legislative Work

Draft and refine bill text, amendments, and legislative language

Prepare one-pagers, talking points, and policy briefs for lawmakers

Research policy precedents and analyze legislative feasibility

Coalition Building & Advocacy

Write coalition letters and coordinate with partner organizations

Build relationships with stakeholders across government, industry, and civil society

Support lobbying efforts and committee strategy

Communications & Research

Draft memos, explanations, and research documents

Respond to rapid-turnaround requests (op-eds, press materials, crisis response)

Conduct policy research and analysis

What We’re Looking For

You proactively identify ways to help and solve problems without being asked

You can quickly switch between different projects and policy domains

Strong written communication; able to draft clear, persuasive policy documents under pressure

You thrive in a team environment with frequent communication and feedback

Background in policy, law, political science, computer science, or a related field

Familiarity with AI policy issues preferred but not required

Comfortable with a fast-paced, demanding environment (40+ hours/week is standard)

Able to handle emergency requests and weekend work when needed

Thrives on direct, frequent feedback and open communication

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