Date Posted:
May 14, 2026
Position Title:
Policy Associate
Office/Company:
National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA)
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-06586
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
$65,000–$70,000 annually, commensurate with experience
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
Policy AssociatePolicy and advocacy, relationship building, programsProject management skills, member-oriented communication, legislative experience, AANHPI experience, writing and research, interpersonal skills, analytical skills, public speaking, strategic thinking, work under pressure, attention to detail, adaptability, judgment and independence, professional interaction, technical fluency
Responsibilities:
• Respond to developments in the civil rights and other legal arenas
• Develop policy recommendations on policy positions, an advocacy agenda, and programs
• Write and edit letters, press releases, action alerts, congressional testimony, briefing memos, op-ed pieces, blog posts, and other materials
• Support NAPABA’s participation as amicus curiae in legal cases
• Coordinate the development and adoption of new resolutions proposed by the membership to the Board
• Research and analyze issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the legal profession
Qualifications:
• Project management skills
• Member-oriented communication
• Legislative experience
• AANHPI experience
• Writing and research
• Interpersonal skills
Instructions:
Email [email address]
Other:
Full-time employees may participate in NAPABA’s benefits program after meeting eligibility requirements. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, health reimbursement account, 401(k) with up to 6% match, generous leave time, and observance of all federal holidays.
