Find your purpose

At Zeta, we pursue an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development. We insist that every child receives a world-class education while fostering a love for learning. We are changing the public education landscape for all of New York City's children, and we are uncompromising in our mission.

To achieve our vision, we are seeking a results-driven Policy Associate with 2-5 years of experience in policy, research, writing, and/or legal work, or working on policy and/or legislative matters in an elected representative's office. This role is an opportunity for a creative, talented individual to join a committed and growing team dedicated to delivering excellent, free public education to children of all backgrounds and transforming the landscape of public education.

Deliver powerful results

As Policy Associate or Manager, you will support Zeta's Strategic Impact and Advisory functions to advance education policy and regulatory priorities and research, including:

• Monitoring education-related policy and legislative developments and advancing policy strategies that increase access to high-quality public education

• In alignment with organizational focus areas, developing policy priorities for the organization

• Developing approaches for identified policy areas including local, state, and federal campaigns and initiatives and necessary policy changes

• Researching and advising on wide-ranging education policy issues impacting the organization including: funding, teacher pipelines, governance, charter growth/charter caps, early childhood education access, educational choice and opportunity, and much more

• Drafting, analyzing, and amending bills, administrative rules, and regulations at the state, local, and federal levels

• Developing key documents, including testimony, position papers, issue briefs, and policy analyses and pursuing opportunities to provide feedback on proposed policies

• Drafting briefs and other materials based on research conducted/gathered

• Developing and writing materials tailored to diverse audiences including policymakers, allies, families, funders, and other decision makers

• Proactively driving innovation, trying new approaches, and tackling problems from many angles to find creative solutions

• Identifying best practices and innovations that lead to excellent outcomes and processes

• Wearing multiple hats as a part of a lean Strategic Impact, Advisory, and Network team, supporting the work of others across the Network

Join our passionate community

Our Zeta team is composed of top talent with incredible schooling and private sector experience. We need team members who are passionate about our mission, vision, and core values. You will make a tremendous team member at Zeta if you bring a mindset of growth, flexibility, and openness to feedback. You are hungry and determined to not only meet your goals, but surpass them at all costs. You are highly skilled at effectively communicating with your team members, both in good times and bad. You have strong project-management skills and the ability to work on multiple high-stakes projects while keeping track of deadlines.

We maintain an unrelenting focus on team, so you must be humble, willing to put the team's needs ahead of your own, and committed to contributing to a collaborative work environment. At Zeta, your voice will be valued. As part of a lean team, we expect all our teammates to wear multiple hats and have a can-do attitude about overcoming any hurdle!

We want lifelong learners who live with child-like joy and passion. At Zeta, we need you to bring your passion for learning, disrupting the status quo, and tackling problems with creative solutions.

The salary range for this position is $58,500-75,000. Compensation is based on candidates' qualifications and experience.

Apply Now

Currently, Zeta operates multiple schools, in the South Bronx and Upper Manhattan. We have big growth plans because the educational crisis is massive and requires big solutions. We plan to open 1-2 schools each year. Join our growing team today, and change the landscape of public education in New York City. If you can't wait to get started, apply now!

Work authorization is required (candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.). Zeta is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.