About PERC

The Property and Environment Research Center (PERC) is the national leader in market solutions for conservation, with over 40 years of research and a network of respected scholars and practitioners. Through research, law and policy, and innovative field conservation programs, PERC explores how aligning incentives for environmental stewardship produces sustainable outcomes for land, water, and wildlife. Founded in 1980, PERC is nonprofit, nonpartisan, and proudly based in Bozeman, Montana.

This is a transformational time at PERC. Our nimble team is growing in all departments to support our ambitious goal of inspiring a new era of conservation in America based on incentives and innovation. Read more.

Position Description

PERC is hiring a full-time Associate Editor to support and strengthen the organization’s growing publications program. As PERC’s portfolio of policy reports, issue briefs, op-eds, and digital content continues to expand in volume, complexity, and visibility, this role will play a critical part in maintaining editorial excellence, improving workflow efficiency, and ensuring timely, high-impact publications.

We are seeking a detail-oriented, collaborative editor with strong judgment, excellent writing skills, and a passion for translating complex research into clear, accessible, and compelling written products. This is an exciting opportunity for a growth-minded individual who seeks a pathway to increased involvement and broader editorial responsibilities over time.

The Associate Editor will provide hands-on editorial and writing support across PERC’s published outputs and will work closely with researchers, policy analysts, and communications staff. This exempt position will work closely with and report to PERC’s Managing Editor as part of the research and publications team.

Primary Responsibilities

Editorial Support & Quality Control (40%)

• Edit and proofread a wide range of PERC publications for clarity, structure, consistency, tone, and style.
• Support copyediting, fact-checking, and formatting across research and policy reports, issue briefs, communications products, and popular press outputs.
• Ensure published materials meet PERC’s editorial standards and brand voice.

Publication Planning & Workflow Management (30%)

• Support publication planning, workflow coordination, and deadline tracking across teams.
• Assist in managing publication calendars and coordinating review processes.
• Help reduce bottlenecks and improve efficiency throughout the publication lifecycle.

Collaboration & Accessibility (20%)

• Work closely with contributors to improve accessibility, audience fit, and overall effectiveness of written products.
• Assist researchers and policy staff in translating technical or academic work into clear, high-impact content for broader audiences.
• Contribute original copy as needed, including summaries, landing pages, and digital adaptations.

Process Development & Documentation (10%)

• Help document, refine, and maintain editorial workflows, style standards, and best practices.
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in PERC’s publications processes as output continues to grow.

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in editing, journalism, policy, or nonprofit publishing.
• Demonstrated excellence in editing and writing, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and a process-oriented mindset.
• Interest in market-based approaches to conservation and natural resource policy.
• Abililty to work collaboratively with researchers, policy analysts, and communications staff.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience editing policy, research, or analytical publications.
• Familiarity with topics or fields related to conservation, environmental policy, or natural resource economics and management.
• Experience contributing to publication planning or managing editorial workflows.
• Interest in growing into a more senior editorial role over time.

Location

This is a full-time, exempt position with preference for the role to be based in Bozeman, Montana. We will also consider outstanding candidates based elsewhere in the United States who can work virtually.

Travel Requirements

Some regular travel by car and airplane is required.

Working Conditions

• Business office environment with moderate noise
• Will sit or stand at a desk
• Work on a computer, use a telephone, and other general office equipment
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Perks of Working at PERC

• Great health (platinum, gold, and silver plans), vision, and dental benefit choices for employees and family, Flex/FSA or HSA offered
• 5% 401(k) PERC contribution
• PERC contributed life insurance
• Voluntary additional life insurance
• Voluntary accident insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid vacation and sick days
• 12 paid holidays
• Discounted gym membership
• Ability to work with an impactful conservation organization, dedicated to positive environmental outcomes

How to Apply

To apply, qualified individuals should submit the following application materials in one PDF document:

• Cover letter including: An introductory paragraph(s) describing three distinct reasons you are drawn to PERC’s mission and how you came to those beliefs. Be sure to include at least one specific issue, case, or policy area that resonates with you.
• Resume
• Two samples that demonstrate your writing and/or editing skills. At least one sample should reflect your editing skills, such as a red-lined document, before/after excerpt, or annotated edit. The other may be writing or editing. Samples may be published or unpublished. Please choose work that best represents your judgment and clarity.
• Excerpts are fine: 1-5 pages or approximately 800–1,600 words
• Please include 1-2 sentences of context for each sample (e.g., audience, goal, your role)

Applications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/.

Questions can be directed to Stephanie Keaveney, Senior Manager of Outreach at Talent Market, who is managing the search process: Stephanie@talentmarket.org.

There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled.

While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.

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