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The Privacy Editor will be part of the team working on the Privacy Evaluation Initiative, a district-led effort working to streamline the process of understanding the privacy implications of technology used to support teaching and learning. This position requires an understanding of both legal requirements and technical aspects of privacy – we recognize that these skillsets don’t always overlap, and encourage people with legal, educational, or technical backgrounds to apply. An average week will involve activities ranging from reading privacy policies for education technology applications, researching specific requirements in federal and state privacy law, drafting guidance to teachers on how to evaluate the privacy protections of software, and meeting with educators, vendors, parents, or district staff to provide specific information on privacy and security best practice.
Above all else, this is an opportunity to be part of a major, well-funded initiative that has the possibility of transforming the way product manufacturers disclose the way they use personal information in the educational and consumer areas. This is an evolving area of law, policy, and technical practice, and your work will combine all three. You will work with a cutting-edge product, technical and legislative team that is bringing greater transparency and accountability to the entire sphere of personal information.
LOCATION: Portland, OR preferred; D.C. or San Francisco, CA will be considered
WHAT WE NEED TO SEE ON YOUR RESUME:
Bachelor’s degree required; candidates with post-graduate and/or legal degrees strongly encouraged to apply
Candidates with classroom experience, software development experience, legal experience, or district level experience strongly encouraged to apply
A familiarity with:
The use of data in education, including in K-12 schools;
Federal privacy law
Basic information security practices
Data handling best practices
The overlaps between privacy, pedagogy, and equitable access to current technology
Current trends and practices in educational technology, including STEM and maker/DIY-based practices
A strong ability to explain complex technical and legal details in comprehensible terms to non-expert audiences
Excellent presentation and public speaking skills and comfort speaking with people from diverse perspectives and interests, ranging from students to parents to educators to vendors to privacy advocates
Strong research and analytical skills and ability to research privacy laws and regulations
Experience planning presentations and delivering trainings in person and via online conferences
Past experience in writing and editing training materials.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload.
THE X FACTOR:
The “X Factor” Candidate:
Has a familiarity with software development processes
Understands the decision making processes in schools, districts, and classrooms for learning tools
Is comfortable and willing to help define and identify priorities in the work as technology and education evolve
Is committed to ongoing professional development grounded in the reality that our use and understanding of technology, privacy, and security all evolve over time
Has the ability and willingness to travel
WHAT WE OFFER:
A chance to work with truly talented, passionate professionals.
The nation’s leading kids’ media and advocacy organization that offers great work/lifestyle balance.
Rich benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a matching 401(k) plan, and – we’re not done yet – a gym membership.
The opportunity to really make a difference in the lives of kids and families this generation and the next!
HOW TO APPLY:
For consideration, please forward your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to Bill Fitzgerald bfitzgerald@commonsense.org. Please note “Privacy Editor-YOUR LAST NAME” in the subject line of your email.
Common Sense Media values the diversity of its employees and is an Equal Opportunity Employer