πΉ Job Title: Editor/Writer
πΉ Company: International Council on Clean Transportation
πΉ Location: San Francisco, California, United States (Hybrid)
πΉ Job Type: Full-Time
πΉ Category: Think Tanks
πΉ Date Posted: May 9, 2025
πΉ Experience Level: 2-5 years
πΉ Remote Status: Hybrid (Washington, D.C. or San Francisco)
Key aspects of this role include:
ASSUMPTION: This role requires a strong background in editing and writing, with a focus on scientific or policy documents. Experience with environmental or transportation policy is a plus.
β Review and edit a diverse range of written materials, including reports, policy briefs, blog posts, fact sheets, and press releases
β Identify and help resolve possible editorial issues, including inconsistencies of argumentation, methodology, development, or organization
β Reorganize and rewrite as necessary and negotiate revisions with authors
β Handle a continuous stream of editing assignments on a broad range of production timelines
β Identify and surface the behind-the-scenes value of the ICCTβs work and highlight policy achievements and impact in organizational reports, promotional materials, presentations, and digital copy
β Coordinate with the Development Team to produce and review materials for funders including grant proposals and end-of-year reports
β Work with researchers to identify research and writing projects that support the ICCTβs strategic goals and translate long-form pieces into briefs, blog posts, op-eds, and other accessible communications products that suit policy objectives
β Help build and manage relationships between researchers in various programs and regions and the Communications and Development Teams
β Uphold the ICCTβs style and quality standards in print and digital products
ASSUMPTION: This role involves a mix of developmental editing, copy editing, and writing, with a focus on ensuring the integrity and quality of the ICCT's research publications.
Education: A graduate degree in environmental science, climate change/sustainability, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
Experience: 3+ years of experience writing and editing according to professional style guidelines such as APA, Chicago Manual, GPO, etc. (APA experience is a plus)
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
ASSUMPTION: Candidates with experience in scientific or policy writing and a strong understanding of environmental or transportation policy will be well-suited to this role.
Salary Range: $91,700 (DC) or $100,900 (SF)
Benefits:
Working Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week)
ASSUMPTION: The salary range provided is based on the location of the office and is competitive for the nonprofit sector. The benefits package is comprehensive and includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement savings, and professional development opportunities.
Industry: Think Tanks
Company Size: 51-200 employees
Founded: 2001
Company Description:
Company Specialties:
Company Website: http://www.theicct.org
ASSUMPTION: The ICCT is a well-established think tank with a strong reputation in the environmental and transportation sectors. Its mission and values are well-aligned with those of an experienced Editor/Writer.
Career Level: Mid-level
Reporting Structure: Reports to the Managing Editor
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (with the option to work remotely)
Growth Opportunities:
ASSUMPTION: This role offers a unique opportunity to work on a wide range of topics and gain experience in various aspects of editing and writing. It also provides the chance to contribute to the ICCT's mission and make a significant impact on its work.
Office Type: Hybrid (with the option to work remotely)
Office Location(s): Washington, D.C. or San Francisco, California, United States
Geographic Context:
Work Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week) with flexible remote work options
ASSUMPTION: The hybrid work arrangement offers a good balance between in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. The locations of the ICCT's offices provide ample opportunities for engagement with relevant stakeholders and industry experts.
Typical Process:
Key Assessment Areas:
Application Tips:
ATS Keywords: Editing, Writing, Climate Science, Environmental Policy, Transportation Knowledge, Storytelling, Technical Information Synthesis, Communication, Grant Proposals, Research Coordination, Digital Copy, Presentation Skills, Policy Briefs, Fact Sheets, Press Releases
ASSUMPTION: The application process for this role is likely to be competitive, with a focus on candidates with strong editing and writing skills and a demonstrated understanding of the ICCT's mission and values.
ASSUMPTION: The ICCT is a Mac environment, and candidates should be comfortable working in multiple software platforms and learning new applications quickly.
Company Values:
Work Style:
Self-Assessment Questions:
ASSUMPTION: The ICCT values intelligence, flexibility, transparency, and good humor in its employees. Candidates who are a good fit for the organization's culture will be collaborative, mission-driven, and culturally diverse.
ASSUMPTION: This role involves a mix of developmental editing, copy editing, and writing, with a focus on ensuring the integrity and quality of the ICCT's research publications. Candidates should be comfortable working on a wide range of topics and managing multiple projects and deadlines.
ASSUMPTION: This role is well-suited to candidates with experience in editing and writing, particularly in the environmental or transportation policy sectors. It offers a unique opportunity to work on a wide range of topics and gain experience in various aspects of editing and writing, with the potential to contribute to the ICCT's strategic goals and make a significant impact on its mission.
ASSUMPTION: These sample projects are intended to give candidates an idea of the types of editing and writing tasks they might encounter in this role. The actual projects assigned may vary depending on the ICCT's current research priorities and funder requirements.
ASSUMPTION: These key questions are intended to help candidates better understand the role, the organization, and the work environment. They are not exhaustive, and candidates should feel free to ask additional questions based on their own interests and concerns.
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