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Job
Opportunity
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Research
Assistant,
Office
of
Legal
Affairs,
Drug
Policy
Alliance,
Oakland,
California
5/21/04
The Office of Legal Affairs
of Drug Policy Alliance, based in Oakland, California, pursues drug policy
reform goals through impact litigation, legislative drafting for local
and state bodies, and advocacy on behalf of public health interventions
which address the problems associated with substance abuse at the individual,
family and community levels. The office works on a variety of issues,
including reforming sentencing laws; increasing access to substance abuse
treatment services instead of incarceration; increasing acceptance and
implementation of harm reduction services; reducing drug testing and other
pervasive surveillance technologies; increasing eligibility for public
benefits for individuals with drug problems or prior drug convictions;
providing for lawful use and supply of medical marijuana and sacramental
cannabis; ensuring adequate treatment of severe and chronic pain free from
federal interference; combating the criminalization of pregnant drug users;
and addressing racial disparities in drug laws and sentencing.
The Research Assistant supports
the work of the attorneys in the Office of Legal Affairs through research,
writing and editing, and a variety of other tasks. Responsibilities
include:
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Research: Compiling public
health, medical and criminal justice resources in order to supplement briefs,
legislative materials, website content, and talking points produced by
the Office of Legal Affairs.
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Project Management: Managing
various projects and ensuring that tasks are completed and deadlines met,
maintaining databases and contact information, organizing meetings, and
providing regular updates to staff and constituents.
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Litigation Support: Conducting
witness interviews, editing briefs, interviewing potential plaintiffs for
litigation, assisting in the production of briefs, and researching factual,
medical and social science issues specific to litigation.
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Community Outreach and Education:
Drafting public presentations and educational materials, press releases
and website content, collaborating with community based organizations,
and attending community meetings or hearings.
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Administrative: Responding
to e-mail and phone requests for assistance, assisting with basic administrative
functions, recruiting and supervising interns, and assisting office manager
in providing technical support to the office.
Applicants should be self-motivated,
detail-oriented and must have a strong commitment to the purpose and goals
of the Drug Policy Alliance. Strong writing, editing and analytic
skills are a must. Applicants must have a BA or equivalent degree.
Drug Policy Alliance is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer
and encourages women, people of color, and gays and lesbians to apply.
Salary DOE, benefits include
full medical, dental, and vision, 403B plan, and a generous vacation package.
Job begins July 2004. Applicants should mail a cover letter, resume,
and the names and phone numbers of two references on or before June 11
to: Brenda Smeeton, Office Manager, Drug Policy Alliance, 717 Washington
Street, Oakland, CA 94607, or by e-mail (preferred) to [email protected].
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Issue #338, 5/21/04
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Not With a Bang but a Whimper: California Pain Doctor Frank Fisher Exonerated in Last Criminal Case |
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Dope and Diplomacy in Dublin: European Union Conference Tries to Lay Groundwork for Continental Drug Strategy |
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Newsbrief: New Jersey Student Sues Over Drug Tests, Expulsion |
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Newsbrief: Rural Maryland Cops Force Students to Disrobe During Drug Raid |
Web Scan: Ron Paul, Mayor Campbell, Westword, Nature, ACLU-TX Task Force Report, New DPFMA Web Site |
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