Washington, DC

POSITION: Staff Associate/Spokesperson. TRAC, a non-profit organization devoted to educating and advocating for consumer interests in telecommunications, is seeking a staff associate to research and report on long distance rates and industry trends. The Staff Associate/ Spokesperson will produce reports on long distance rates and other trends in telecommunications in order to educate consumers. Responsibilities include: researching and developing reports, drafting press releases, promoting research reports on the Internet and in relevant publications, conducting media interviews and responding to inquiries.

REQUIREMENTS: Degree in communications, public administration, economics or government, excellent research, writing and oral communication skills, and experience using the Internet. Familiarity with telecommunications and emerging technology policy issues strongly preferred. Experience working with the press a plus.

SALARY/BENEFITS: Salary in the mid-$20's, plus bonus based on performance. Individual health and dental insurance and profit sharing pension plan.

TO APPLY: Send resume, salary requirements and writing sample to: HR Director, TRAC, Inc., PO Box 27911, Washington, DC 20005, or fax to TRAC at (202) 408-1134.

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MEDIA CONTACT:

John Breyault, TRAC, johnb@trac.org, 202-263-2943

ABOUT TRAC:

The Telecommunications Research and Action Center (TRAC), founded in 1983, is a non-profit membership organization based in Washington, DC that promotes the interests of residential telecommunications customers. TRAC staff researches telecommunications issues and publishes rate comparisons to help consumers make informed decisions regarding their long distance and local phone service options. TRAC can be found on the web at http://www.trac.org.