Statehouse Advocacy Researcher

Location

Remote (Ohio-based applicants preferred)

All Aboard Ohio is seeking two Volunteer Statehouse Advocacy Researchers to strengthen the research behind our legislative and policy advocacy. These volunteers will work closely with AAO's Advocacy Committee to investigate transportation policy, funding mechanisms, legislative history, and comparative state models to help AAO make the case for passenger rail and public transit at the Ohio Statehouse.

• Research individual legislators' policy priorities, committee assignments, and legislative track record to inform AAO's outreach and relationship-building
• Research how other states have structured successful passenger rail and transit funding or policy, and identify lessons applicable to Ohio
• Help identify and build a list of key contacts in state and local government relevant to AAO's advocacy priorities
• Track bills, committee activity, and budget items moving through the Ohio General Assembly
• Compile briefing memos and talking points to support testimony, lobbying visits, and coalition meetings
• Collaborate with the Advocacy Committee to identify emerging research needs

• Interest in state government, public policy, or transportation advocacy
• Comfortable doing online research and writing clear summaries
• Self-starter who can manage their own time

• Direct exposure to how policy research translates into real statehouse advocacy
• Mentorship from AAO board members experienced in legislative strategy
• A front-row seat to Ohio's passenger rail and transit policy landscape
• Networking with advocates, legislative staff, and policy professionals across the state
• Portfolio-worthy research and writing samples